amusing act

[/əˈmjuːzɪŋ ækt/]
noun phrasepl: amusing acts
ato divertido
1. A performance, gesture, or action intended to entertain and provoke laughter or amusement
The clown's amusing act had the entire audience laughing throughout the performance.
O ato divertido do palhaço fez toda a plateia rir durante o espetáculo.
2. A humorous or entertaining behavior or deed that causes others to smile or laugh
His amusing act of pretending to be a penguin delighted all the children at the party.
Seu ato divertido de fingir ser um pinguim deliciou todas as crianças na festa.
In Brazilian culture, 'ato divertido' is commonly used in entertainment contexts, especially in theater, circus performances, and family gatherings. The concept emphasizes the social bonding aspect of shared laughter. In the USA, this phrase is frequently used in comedy clubs, talent shows, and casual entertainment settings.
NYC Slang
a funny bit / a hilarious gig
Synonyms / Sinônimos
entertaining performancefunny actcomedic acthumorous performancecomic routine
Antonyms / Antônimos
serious actboring performancedull act

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ato divertido
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
gracinha cômica
More colloquial, informal usage
São Paulo
ato engraçado
Common alternative phrasing
Portugal
acto divertido
Uses older spelling 'acto'; similar meaning but less common phrase

Related Words

comedyentertainmenthumorperformancejokeskitfarce

Related Idioms & Phrases

steal the show
bring down the house
have them in stitches
get a kick out of something
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