Translation guide
A genre of comedy relying on physical humor, crude jokes, and slapstick rather than wit or satire.
The broad concept of low comedy as a genre or style.
Direct translation meaning 'vulgar comedy'. Used in academic or descriptive contexts.
この映画は低俗喜劇の典型だ。
This movie is a typical example of low comedy.
Comedy based on exaggerated physical action, pratfalls, and visual gags.
Humor based on bodily functions, sex, or taboo subjects.
Common term for dirty jokes or sexual humor. Casual.
Literally 'slapstick comedy', emphasizing physical humor and chaotic action.
彼の演技はドタバタ喜劇そのものだ。
His performance is pure slapstick comedy.
Means 'vulgar laughter' or 'crude humor', often used to describe the content rather than the genre.
その番組は下品な笑いに頼りすぎている。
That show relies too much on crude humor.
Onomatopoeic term for slapstick, often used as a noun or adjective.
ドタバタが好きな人にはおすすめの映画だ。
This movie is recommended for people who like slapstick.
Loanword from English, used in film or theater contexts.
チャップリンはスラップスティックの巨匠だ。
Chaplin is a master of slapstick.
He always tells dirty jokes.
Means 'vulgar' or 'lowbrow', often used for humor that is in poor taste.
そのコントはお下劣すぎて笑えなかった。
That skit was too vulgar to laugh at.