How to Pronounce "josh"
word
jahsh
josh
Definition
To josh someone means to speak to them in a playful, teasing way, without serious intent. It is an informal word and is less common than 'joke' or 'tease' in everyday English.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈdʒɑʃ/
British English
/dʒˈɒʃ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
jahsh
UK
josh
Listen in Context
He likes to josh his little brother at dinner.
Don't josh me—I really believed you.
She was only joshing, not being mean.
Come on, I'm just joshing you—you know I love your cooking.