Definitions tagged risa in the street dictionary.
A versatile expression from La Paz used to convey shock, disbelief, or sarcasm, often functioning like a scoff or a mock laugh. Its meaning changes based on the speaker's tone. (Paceño refers to people or things from the city of La Paz).
"Yaaa! How can you expect me to go out with your cousin, he is so ugly."
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A person who is overly expressive with their face, constantly making gestures, grimaces, or funny faces while talking.
A: Lucia, how many times do I have to tell you not to be such a muequera? It is bad manners. B: Oh, mom, I do not even realize I am doing it.
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A style of comedy that targets physical, cultural, and racial traits, often pushing the boundaries of xenophobia or homophobia. While some see it as harmless, others believe certain sensitive topics are off-limits for jokes. Its acceptability depends entirely on the setting and the audience (in Argentina, the phrase, con eso no se jode, is a common way to say some things are not to be messed with).
Don't do humor negro because my mom doesn't like it. She says she prefers clean humor.
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A term used to describe someone or something that is very funny, a riot, or a hoot. (In Argentina, it specifically refers to a person who makes others laugh or a comical situation).
Example 1: We could not stop laughing! The guy is such a plato! Example 2: What a plato! Look at how he fell! Hahaha...
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To tease someone, pull their leg, or mess with them. To joke around or make comments in a mocking or playful way.
They are vacilando her with the story that they saw her with her lover. / What do you mean you are getting married? Are you vacilando me?
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A slang expression used to mock or laugh at someone who is trying to talk trash or act tough. It signifies that you find the situation or the person's behavior amusing and not worth taking seriously.
Maria was playing games, supposedly trying to run a line on me, but yo me curo because she cannot back anything up.
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A phrase used to express that you are laughing at or getting a kick out of someone, especially when they are trying to talk trash or deceive you. It indicates that you find their behavior hilarious rather than offensive.
Maria was trying to play me, supposedly running her mouth, but yo me curo because she is not about that life!
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A joke or teasing. It refers to the act of making fun of someone or something in a lighthearted or mocking way.
Don't relajar me about the shirt, I have to wear it for work.
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An acronym borrowed from the English Laughing Out Loud, used to express that something is funny or to signify laughter.
My cousin said, I am selling really cold ice, lol.
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A comedy troupe led by Rene Fiallo in the 1980s, including performers like Juan Carlos Pichardo and Angel Muñiz. They were famous for political song parodies and character sketches such as Los Gangsters, and they starred in the TV shows Tele Relajo and Tele Loquera (this collective is considered a landmark era in Dominican television comedy).
That is why now, I will never drink again, I will never drink again, I will never drink again.
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An acronym for 'que maldita risa', which translates to 'what a damn laugh'. It is used in text messages and social media to indicate that something is hilarious, similar to LMAO.
Dude, that shit was wild....kmr
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Something that is a blast, funny, or exciting. It refers to having a great time or joking around (it is a local adaptation of the English word trip).
I had a tripió with that movie. I tripeo in the hangout. I was tripeando with her.
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A joking and friendly way to address a close friend, similar to son of a gun or bastard. It is also used to punctuate a laugh or react to something clever or unbelievable someone did (in Argentina, this is a very common term of endearment among male friends).
Hey! Hijo de puta, come visit me sometime, you bastard! ... What a hijo de puta, do not tell me he slept with her again ... Hahaha what a hijo de puta hahaha
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A symbol used in text messages and online to show laughter, similar to LOL or a smiley face, though it is often associated with anime fans.
A: Dude, that photo is so cool! B: Thanks xD.
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A specific way of laughing used by rowdy or hyper guys from the Barrio de los Maestros (a neighborhood in the Dominican Republic). It is generally mocked as being silly or ridiculous.
ñaka ñaka ñaka... how hilarious!
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A joke. This specific definition is a sarcastic insult directed at the cast of La Opcion de las 12, implying they are incapable of being funny. (La Opcion de las 12 was a well-known Dominican variety show often criticized for its cringey or low-quality comedy).
A: Shit, I think that is the most dry and tasteless chiste I have ever heard in my life. B: That is what you get for watching that garbage show La Opcion de las 12.
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