Meaning of the word "not know whether to laugh or cry" in English
What does "not know whether to laugh or cry" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
not know whether to laugh or cry
US /nɑt noʊ ˈwɛðər tu læf ɔr kraɪ/
UK /nɑt noʊ ˈwɛðər tu læf ɔr kraɪ/
Idiom
1.
to be so shocked, confused, or amused by something that you do not know how to react
Example:
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When I heard about the absurd mistake, I didn't know whether to laugh or cry.
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The situation was so ridiculous that we didn't know whether to laugh or cry.
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