B1 Collocation Neutral

Cair na gargalhada

Burst into laughter

Meaning

To express loud amusement.

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Cultural Background

Laughter is a primary social currency in Brazil. It is common to see people laughing loudly in public spaces. While also expressive, laughter in Portugal can be slightly more reserved in formal settings compared to Brazil. Humor is highly valued, and social gatherings are often filled with laughter. Laughter is a common way to diffuse tension in social situations.

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Don't overthink the 'fall'

Remember it's just a way to say you 'entered' the state of laughter.

Meaning

To express loud amusement.

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Don't overthink the 'fall'

Remember it's just a way to say you 'entered' the state of laughter.

Test Yourself

Fill in the blank with the correct preposition.

Eles caíram ___ gargalhada.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: na

The phrase is 'cair na gargalhada'.

🎉 Score: /1

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Fill in the blank with the correct preposition. Fill Blank A1

Eles caíram ___ gargalhada.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: na

The phrase is 'cair na gargalhada'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Only in very formal or serious situations. In social settings, it's perfectly fine.

Related Phrases

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Cair na risada

synonym

To burst into laughter

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Soltar uma gargalhada

similar

To let out a laugh

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Rir à toa

similar

To laugh for no reason

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Desmanchar-se em risos

similar

To dissolve into laughter

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