Japanese Word · Intermediate
ジョーク
joke
Pronunciation: [d͡ʑo̞ːkɯ̟]
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "joke".
Example
あわててジョークにしても その笑顔が悲しい
Even if you frantically try to pass it off as a joke, your smile is sad
Practice tips
- Practice ジョーク out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Japanese word is for intermediate-level learners.