lol
lol is the Tagalog way to say 'lol'.
Meaning: expression of laughter (intj)
Which one should you use?
While lol is a standard expression, other variations exist to convey different tones: Hahaha is used for a boisterous laugh, Hehe is a general informal expression for laughter and Hihi is used to suggest a shy or girlish laugh.
Did you know?
- In the Philippines, the absence of laughter markers like lol or hahaha in a text message can be read as tampo, meaning the sender is sulking or upset.
- The spelling jejeje is a common way to type laughter, but it is specifically linked to the 'Jejemon' subculture, which is known for its eccentric and highly stylized way of writing.
- Filipino netizens often pair the acronym lol with the Tagalog word talaga to create 'lol talaga', which shifts the meaning to emphasize that something is truly funny.
Examples in context
- Ang kulit mo talaga hehe!You're really funny hehe!
- Ang nakakatawa talaga ng ginawa mo. Hahaha!What you did was really funny. Hahaha!
- Lol, ang corny naman.Lol, that is so corny.
- Nakakatawa talaga yung video, lol.That video is really funny, lol.
- Lol, hindi ko inasahan yan.Lol, I didn't expect that.
Example conversation
Ricardo and Maria are texting about a funny meme.
- RicardoTingnan mo itong picture na ito, lol!Look at this picture, lol!
- MariaHahaha! Sobrang cute ng pusa.Hahaha! The cat is so cute.
- RicardoKulang na lang magsalita, lol.It's almost like it can talk, lol.
- MariaTotoo yan, Ricardo!That's true, Ricardo!
