How to Pronounce "badinage"
word
ˌbæd.ɪ.ˈnɑːdʒ
bad-ih-NAHJ
bˈædɪnɪdʒ
BAD-in-ij
Definition
Light and playful conversation that is often humorous or teasing without being mean.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌbæd.ɪ.ˈnɑːdʒ
British English
bˈædɪnɪdʒ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
bad-ih-NAHJ
UK
BAD-in-ij
Listen in Context
The friends enjoyed a little badinage during lunch.
There was badinage between the teacher and her students.
Her badinage made everyone smile.
Their badinage kept the mood light during the long meeting.