B1 Collocation Neutral

خنده تلخ

Khandeh-ye talkh

Bitter laugh

Meaning

A laugh that expresses sadness, cynicism, or irony.

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Cultural Background

It is common to see this in poetry and film as a sign of resilience.

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Context is key

Always ensure the situation is negative before using this.

Meaning

A laugh that expresses sadness, cynicism, or irony.

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Context is key

Always ensure the situation is negative before using this.

Test Yourself

Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.

وقتی فهمید همه چیز را از دست داده، فقط یک ________ زد.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: خنده تلخ

In a situation of loss, a 'bitter laugh' is the appropriate reaction.

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Practice Bank

1 exercises
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase. Fill Blank B1

وقتی فهمید همه چیز را از دست داده، فقط یک ________ زد.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: خنده تلخ

In a situation of loss, a 'bitter laugh' is the appropriate reaction.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, it's a way to express empathy for someone's pain.

Related Phrases

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خنده از سر ناچاری

synonym

Laughing out of helplessness

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