ironic

something that is ironic seems funny or strange because it happens in a way that is the opposite of what you expect, often with an unpleasant result

íntimo, irónico (en sentido humorístico)

• be ironic

Collocations ironic situation · ironically enough

• It was ironic that the fire started in a building designed to prevent fires.

  Fue irónico que el incendio comenzara en un edificio diseñado para prevenirlos.

used to describe words or actions that are intended to be humorous by saying something that is the opposite of what you really mean, often in a critical way

sarcástico, irónico (en sentido sarcástico)

• be ironic

Collocations ironic comment · ironically put

• Her ironic comments about the new boss made everyone laugh.

  Sus comentarios irónicos sobre el nuevo jefe hicieron reír a todos.

used to describe an unexpected result or situation that seems funny because it is the opposite of what you expect

inverso, irónico (en sentido de resultado inesperado)

• be ironic

Collocations ironic twist of fate · ironically enough

• It was ironic that the best player on the team didn't score a goal.

  Fue irónico que el mejor jugador del equipo no anotara ningún gol.