carcajada
“carcajada” means “loud laugh” in Spanish (A sudden, noisy burst of laughter).
loud laugh
Also: guffaw, belly laugh
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Su chiste fue tan bueno que solté una carcajada en medio de la cena.
A2His joke was so good that I let out a loud laugh in the middle of dinner.
Oímos una carcajada desde la otra habitación.
B1We heard a loud laugh from the other room.
No pudo contener la carcajada al ver la cara de su hermano.
B2He couldn't hold back his guffaw when he saw his brother's face.
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Quick Quiz: carcajada
Question 1 of 3
Which of these means 'to burst out laughing'?
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📚 Etymology▼
Likely of onomatopoeic origin, meaning it was created to imitate the actual 'k-k-k' sound of a deep, loud laugh.
First recorded: 16th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'carcajada' a slang word?
No, it is a standard Spanish word that you can use in any situation, from a formal book to a casual chat with friends.
Can I use 'carcajear' as the verb?
Yes, 'carcajear' is a verb that means to laugh loudly, but it is much more common to say 'reír a carcajadas' or 'soltar una carcajada'.
Does it have a plural form?
Yes, 'carcajadas'. It is often used in the plural, like in the phrase 'reír a carcajadas'.