ironic

US /aɪˈrɑː.nɪk/
UK /aɪˈrɑː.nɪk/
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irónico

happening in a way that is contrary to what is expected and typically causes wry amusement because of this

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It's ironic that he's a swimming instructor who's afraid of water.
Es irónico que sea un instructor de natación que le tiene miedo al agua.
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Her success was ironic, considering how little effort she put in.
Su éxito fue irónico, considerando el poco esfuerzo que puso.
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irónico

using or characterized by irony

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He made an ironic comment about the weather.
Hizo un comentario irónico sobre el clima.
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Her tone was subtly ironic.
Su tono era sutilmente irónico.
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