snigger

verb
UK: /ˈsnɪɡər/
US: /ˈsnɪɡər/

  1. To laugh quietly in a way that shows disrespect.

    1. They snigger when I fall.
    2. He tried to suppress a snigger when she mispronounced the word in the presentation.

  2. To laugh in a suppressed or secretive manner, often implying derision or scorn.

    1. Did you snigger at my joke?
    2. The students couldn't help but snigger when the teacher tripped over the cord.

Synonyms

smirk chuckle sneer titter giggle
snigger noun

  1. A suppressed or mocking laugh.

    1. I heard a snigger from the back.
    2. Her comment was met with a few sniggers from the audience members.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "snigger" in English means: To laugh quietly in a way that shows disrespect., To laugh in a suppressed or secretive manner, often implying derision or scorn..

The phonetic transcription of "snigger" is /ˈsnɪɡər/ in British English and /ˈsnɪɡər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "snigger": smirk, chuckle, sneer, titter, giggle.

Example usage of "snigger": "They snigger when I fall.". More examples on the page.