laugh track
Plural
laugh tracks
1
pre-recorded laughter added to a radio or television show to make it seem like the audience is having a laugh
A laugh track is a recorded sound of laughter that is added to a TV show, movie, or other broadcast to make the audience feel that the content is funnier. It is often used in sitcoms and comedy shows to create the impression that the audience is laughing along with the jokes, even if no real audience is present. The laugh track helps set the tone and encourages viewers to laugh at the jokes or funny moments. It can make the show feel more lively, but it is sometimes criticized for feeling artificial.
- Some people find laugh tracks distracting or unnecessary.
- The producers decided to add a laugh track to make the show feel more lively.
- The laugh track helped fill the silence after every punchline.
- The sitcom was funny, but the constant laugh track felt forced and distracting.