JLPT N3 Intermediate
冗談
A joke, jest, or remark not meant to be taken seriously.
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冗談抜きで jōdan nuki de - no joking, seriously
1 Noun
A joke" / "Kidding
Refers to words or actions spoken playfully or without serious intent, often to amuse or tease.
Example
A え 、 本当に 仕事 を やめる の ？
B うそ だ よ 、 冗談 だ よ 。
[A:] Wait, are you really quitting your job? [B:] No way, I'm just kidding.
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2 Expression
You're kidding!" / "No way!
Acts as an exclamation to express strong disbelief, exasperation, or refusal regarding an absurdity.
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