Related words おほほ is an exaggerated, haughty upper-class laugh, while うふふ is a softer, subdued feminine laugh often hinting at mischief or amusement.
おほほ is a stereotypically refined, feminine laugh that can sound affected, whereas あはは is a hearty, open laugh used by anyone regardless of gender or class.
Written forms おほほ Usage 8%
Most common spelling for this stereotypical feminine laugh.
ほほほ Usage 28%
Variant without the honorific お ; also used.
ほほ Usage 28%
Shorter variant; less common but still recognized.
ホホ Usage 24%
ホホホ Usage 11%
Etymology Onomatopoeic representation of a refined laugh; the お prefix adds a polite, elegant nuance.
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