jajaja
texting, everyday
In Mexican Spanish a written laugh is jajaja. The letter j sounds like English "h", so it is the same sound as "haha". It is also called jeje and jaja.
Meaning: written laugh (interjection)
Ways to say it
| Mexican | Note |
|---|---|
| jajaja | texting, everyday |
| jeje | soft, texting |
| jaja | short |
People repeat the syllable as much as they like: jaja, jajaja or jajajaja. A quieter, more mischievous laugh is jeje.
Which one should you use?
Spanish spells the laugh with j because that letter makes the "h" sound. A plain h is silent in Spanish.
What mistakes should you avoid?
Writing haha in a Spanish message is understood, but jaja looks natural.
Did you know?
- The Spanish j sound is the reason jajaja is spelled with a j and not an h.
Examples in context
- Jajaja, qué gracioso eres.Haha, you are so funny.
- Jeje, ya lo sabía.Hehe, I already knew it.
- Jaja, no lo puedo creer.Haha, I cannot believe it.
Example conversation
Dani and her friend Sol chat by message about a funny video.
- DaniMira este video.Look at this video.
- SolJajaja, ¡está buenísimo!Haha, it is great!
- DaniSe lo mando a todos.I am sending it to everyone.
