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piada — meaning in English

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English meaning

jest noun A remark or action meant as a joke rather than seriously.
joke noun A short story or remark meant to make people laugh.

Senses

piada is used for these senses in English:

jest (archaic) An act performed for amusement; a joke.
joke Something said or done for amusement, not in seriousness.

jest — full definition

noun A remark or action meant as a joke rather than seriously.
verb To joke or speak playfully rather than seriously.

joke — full definition

noun A short story or remark meant to make people laugh.
noun Something so poor or absurd that it isn't taken seriously.
verb To say or do something for fun rather than seriously.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Portuguese words

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