Ever seen someone laughing so hard they throw their head back?
Or a comic villain letting out a booming, theatrical laugh?
That’s when the Japanese onomatopoeia “Wahaha” (わはは) explodes into the scene —
a loud, open-hearted laugh that expresses joy, boldness, or comic exaggeration.
Let’s hear the sound of big laughter:
What is “Wahaha” (わはは)?
“Wahaha” is a Japanese sound word (擬音語) for big, bold, vocal laughter.
It’s used when someone laughs:
- Heartily
- Out loud and unreservedly
- In comic or exaggerated ways
You’ll often see it in anime, manga, or TV comedies — especially with big, happy characters or loud jokes.
Nuance:
- Loud, exaggerated
- Cheerful, comedic
- Open, confident, or theatrical
Pronunciation
wa-ha-ha (わはは)
(Say it like an explosion — cheerful, big, rhythmic.)
Categories
Sound / Reaction
What Does “Wahaha” Look Like?
- A character bent backward laughing
- Loud speech bubbles in bold fonts
- Open mouth and tears of joy
- Villains in anime shouting “わははは！”
How Do You Say It?
Say it boldly, chest open:
Wahaha!
Example in Daily Life
Example: Burst of laughter
He read the punchline of the joke,
and burst out laughing —
wahaha!
Cultural Note
In English, you might hear:
- “Hahaha!”
- “LOL”
- “Bwahaha!”
But “wahaha” has a distinct Japanese comic rhythm.
It’s often used in playful, energetic scenes — especially with over-the-top characters.
Watch & Feel the “Wahaha” World!
Feel the “Wahaha” — Big Laugh!
Try Using It!
Next time you:
- Hear a joke that makes you burst
- Want to laugh like a comic book character
- Feel joyful and silly…
Say it boldly:
Wahaha!
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