Wisecrack Meaning in English

word

US

ˈwaɪzˌkɹæk

WYZE-krak

UK

wˈaɪskɹæk

WYZE-krak

Definition

A smart or funny remark, often meaning to be humorous, sarcastic, or teasing.

Usage & Nuances

Informal, often used for quick, witty comments in conversation. Can be playful or mildly annoying, depending on context. Common with 'make a wisecrack' or 'crack a wisecrack'. Not usually used for harsh insults.

• Spanish: broma - comentario sarcástico
• Portuguese (BR): piada espirituosa - comentário sarcástico
• Portuguese (PT): piada espirituosa - comentário sarcástico
• Chinese (Simplified): 俏皮话 - 讽刺话
• Chinese (Traditional): 俏皮話 - 諷刺話
• Hindi: चुटकुला - ताना
• Arabic: نكتة ساخرة - تعليق ساخر
• Bengali: মজার মন্তব্য - হেঁয়ালি মন্তব্য
• Russian: остроумная шутка - колкость
• Japanese: 気の利いた冗談 - からかいの一言
• Vietnamese: lời đùa dí dỏm - câu nói châm biếm
• Korean: 재치 있는 농담 - 익살스러운 말
• Turkish: nükteli laf - espirili söz
• Urdu: فقرہ - مزاحیہ جملہ
• Indonesian: lelucon cerdas - komentar jenaka

Example Sentences

He told a wisecrack during dinner.

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The teacher laughed at Tom’s wisecrack.

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Some people enjoy making a wisecrack every chance they get.

basic

Stop with the wisecracks and be serious for a minute.

natural

She always has a wisecrack ready when things get awkward.

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His wisecrack about the boss nearly got him in trouble.

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