Definitions
(verb)
laugh; smile
Etymology
Phonosemantic compound. ⺮ represents the meaning and 夭 represents the sound.
About
The character "笑", meaning to laugh, is structurally composed of the bamboo radical (竹) positioned above the component "夭", with its etymology often attributed to folk interpretations linking bamboo's rustling or bending to laughter, although analytical perspectives suggest "夭" may represent a figure with a tilted head conveying joy. Historically, the character has consistently denoted the physical act of laughing or laughter itself, while its semantic application has expanded over time to encompass associated expressions like smiling, amusement, or mockery.
Example Sentences Hide
我笑得很开心。
孩子们笑声不断。
她微笑着打招呼。
这个故事真可笑。
他讲笑话逗我们笑。
他的表演让全场大笑。
面对困难，他苦笑了一下。
她的笑容温暖了我的心。