How to Pronounce "jests"
word
ˈdʒɛsts
JESTS
dʒˈɛsts
JESTS
Definition
Jests are things that are said or done to make people laugh; they are jokes or playful remarks, often not meant seriously.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdʒɛsts
British English
dʒˈɛsts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JESTS
UK
JESTS
Listen in Context
He often jests with his friends after school.
Her jests made everyone laugh at the party.
Please do not take his jests seriously.
His harmless jests always lighten the mood in the office.