🇰🇷Korean Source WordCode: KO

언어 유머

Pronunciation / Transliteration: eon-eo yumeo

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Verbal Humor/ˈvɜːr.bəl ˈhjuː.mər/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇰🇷 Example Sentence in Korean:

"그의 공연은 언어 유머로 가득 차 있었다."

Comprehensive Definitions & Senses

2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A form of humor that relies on the use of language, including puns, wordplay, and clever dialogue.

    "His stand-up routine was filled with verbal humor that kept the audience laughing."
  2. 2

    Humor expressed through spoken or written words, often characterized by wit and cleverness.

    "The novel is rich in verbal humor, making it a delightful read."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'verbal' originates from the Latin 'verbum', meaning 'word', while 'humor' comes from the Latin 'humor', referring to bodily fluids believed to influence temperament. The combination reflects a focus on the use of words to evoke laughter, evolving through the ages to encompass various forms of wit and comedic expression.

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