Humoru

Humoru is a term used in some discussions of humor theory to denote a framework for analyzing how comedic expression functions within social contexts. The term is not universally standardized, and its usage varies by author. In general, humoru treats humor as a social action that negotiates group identities, power relations, and cultural norms rather than solely a cognitive or emotional response.

Its etymology is unclear. Some scholars propose that humoru is a neologism combining "humor" with a generic theoretical suffix to mark a concept; others note it emerged from specific theorists or online communities. Because it lacks a single defined origin, different traditions define its scope differently, which can affect what is included under the term.

Core concepts often associated with humoru include social bonding through shared laughter, in-group signaling, and the performative and contextual aspects of wit. It emphasizes the interplay between audience expectations and authorial intent, as well as the role of media and platform effects. Memes, stand-up, satire, and casual conversation are common contexts of analysis under humoru, with attention to how humor reinforces or questions norms and power structures.

Methodologically, researchers may combine discourse analysis, audience studies, experiments on perceived amusement and cooperation, and corpus analysis of humorous material across platforms. Cross-cultural inquiries highlight how different humor norms shape what counts as acceptable or witty, and how humor travels between communities.

Critics argue that the term's lack of standardization can hinder comparability across studies, while proponents contend that humoru offers a flexible umbrella for integrating psychological, linguistic, and sociocultural insights into humor. In practice, humoru analyses are applied to online communities, political satire, and live performance to understand how humor constructs belonging and negotiates sociopolitical meaning.