have a laugh

To laugh at something funny.

• We had a laugh at his joke.
• She had a laugh when she saw the photo.
• Can we have a laugh about it now?

How to use it: have a laugh about something (We had a laugh about my embarrassing mistake.); have a laugh at something (They had a laugh at the silly photograph.)

Similar words: laugh, chuckle

Opposites: cry

Common phrases: have a laugh together, have a laugh about

To joke or tease someone instead of speaking seriously.

• I'm only having a laugh.
• You must be having a laugh if you think I'll pay that much.
• They were having a laugh with him, but he took their jokes seriously.

How to use it: be having a laugh (You want fifty pounds for that? You're having a laugh!)

Similar words: joke, kid around, tease

Common phrases: just have a laugh, have a laugh with

To enjoy yourself and have a good time.

• Come along and have a laugh.
• We had a laugh playing games at the party.
• Did you have a laugh with your friends last night?

How to use it: have a laugh with someone (We went out to have a laugh with friends.)

Similar words: have fun, enjoy yourself, have a good time

Common phrases: have a laugh together, have a laugh tonight