humoorikas
Humoorikas is an Estonian adjective meaning "humorous" or "full of humor." It describes people, texts, performances, or situations that provoke laughter through wit, irony, or lighthearted depiction. The term is common in both spoken and written Estonian and is used across registers, from journalism to literature and everyday conversation. It often implies a consciously witty or refined sense of humor rather than pure slapstick.
Etymology and usage notes: The word is formed with the common Estonian adjective suffix -ikas, attached to
Grammar and alternatives: As an adjective, humoorikas agrees with the noun in number and case (e.g., humoorikas
See also: In related contexts, speakers may contrast humoorikas with more overt humor or satire, using other