Deadpanned: meaning, definitions and examples
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deadpanned
[ ˈdɛdˌpænd ]
humor, expression
To deadpan is to deliver a joke or humorous statement without any change in facial expression or tone of voice, making it seem serious. This technique often enhances the comedic effect, as the incongruity between the delivery and the content creates humor.
Synonyms
blank-faced, impassive, stoic.
Examples of usage
- She deadpanned a joke about the weather.
- He always deadpans his sarcastic comments.
- The actor deadpanned his lines to great effect.
Translations
Translations of the word "deadpanned" in other languages:
🇵🇹 sem expressão
🇮🇳 बिना भाव
🇩🇪 tot ernst
🇮🇩 tanpa ekspresi
🇺🇦 без емоцій
🇵🇱 bez wyrazu
🇯🇵 無表情
🇫🇷 sans expression
🇪🇸 sin expresión
🇹🇷 ifadesiz
🇰🇷 무표정
🇸🇦 بلا تعبير
🇨🇿 bez výrazu
🇸🇰 bez výrazu
🇨🇳 面无表情
🇸🇮 brez izraza
🇮🇸 án tjáningu
🇰🇿 бейнелсіз
🇬🇪 ბევრი გამოხატულების გარეშე
🇦🇿 ifadəsiz
🇲🇽 sin expresión
Etymology
The term 'deadpan' originated in the early 20th century, derived from the combination of 'dead' and 'pan'. 'Dead' refers to the unresponsive or flat quality of a person's facial expressions, while 'pan' is a slang term for the face. Initially used in the context of theatrical performance, it described actors who delivered lines with a serious demeanor, regardless of the absurdity of the situation. Over time, 'deadpan' transitioned into general usage to describe a style of humor characterized by a lack of emotional expression. It became especially popular in comedy, where timing and delivery play crucial roles. This method of humor can also be seen in various forms of media, including television and film, as it adds a unique layer to comedic performances.