How to Pronounce "jesting"
word
JEST-ing
JEST-ing
Definition
Speaking or acting in a joking or playful way, not meant to be taken seriously.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdʒɛst
British English
dʒˈɛstɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JEST-ing
UK
JEST-ing
Listen in Context
He was only jesting when he called you 'boss'.
Her jesting made the children laugh.
Please tell me if you are jesting or serious.
"Relax, I'm just jesting!" he said with a big grin.