Russian · Emotions & Personality
Смеяться
smeyatsya
To laugh
Beginnerverb
Definition
To make sounds expressing amusement or joy.
Example
Мы смеялись над его шуткой.
We laughed at his joke.
Etymology
The verb 'смеяться' (smeyatsya) comes from the Old East Slavic 'смешити,' meaning 'to make laugh.' Its development reflects cultural aspects of humor and joy in Slavic languages.
How & Where It’s Used
'Смеяться' is commonly used in informal settings and is prevalent in spoken language during conversations about humor and joy. It resonates with all Russian speakers.