English Word · Intermediate
jesting
joking
Pronunciation: /ˈd͡ʒɛstɪŋ/
Meaning
The act of joking or teasing.
Example
Yet in the midst of all her pure protestings, / Her faith, her oaths, her tears and all were jestings.
Yet in the midst of all her pure protestings, / Her faith, her oaths, her tears and all were jestings.
Practice tips
- Practice jesting 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.