English Word · Intermediate
bantering
teasing
Pronunciation: say bantering
Meaning
The act of exchanging light, playful, or teasing remarks.
Example
Her smiles were distributed among the tourists, and she learned to give keen answers to their good-humored banterings.
Her smiles were distributed among the tourists, and she learned to give keen answers to their good-humored banterings.
Practice tips
- Practice bantering out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.