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What is has a good sence of humor in Tagalog?

There are a few ways to say "has a good sense of humor" in Tagalog, depending on the nuance you want to convey:

Formal:

* May magandang pagkamapagpatawa: This is the most literal translation and emphasizes the positive quality of having a good sense of humor.

* Marunong magpatawa: This means "knows how to make people laugh," implying a skill in humor.

Informal:

* Nakakatawa: This literally means "funny," but it can be used to describe someone who is often funny or has a good sense of humor.

* Mapagbiro: This means "joking," and describes someone who enjoys making jokes and is good at it.

* May sense of humor: This is a direct translation of the English phrase and is commonly used in Tagalog.

Example sentences:

* Siya ay may magandang pagkamapagpatawa. (He/She has a good sense of humor.)

* Marunong magpatawa ang kapatid ko. (My sibling knows how to make people laugh.)

* Nakakatawa siya kausap. (He/She is funny to talk to.)

* Mapagbiro siya kaya masaya kasama. (He/She is a joker so it's fun to be with him/her.)

The best way to choose the appropriate phrase depends on the context and the level of formality you want to convey.

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