JLPT N2 Upper Intermediate
苦笑い
A wry smile or forced laugh arising from awkwardness or embarrassment.
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苦笑いする verb form
苦笑 nigashou, a more formal noun/verb
Noun, Suru verb
Wry Smile" / "Forced Laugh"
An awkward or strained smile used to mask embarrassment or helplessness in an uncomfortable situation.
Example
彼 の つまらない 冗談 に 、 みんな 苦笑い した 。
Everyone gave a forced laugh at his unfunny joke.
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