How to Pronounce "wisecracking"
word
ˈwaɪzˌkɹækɪŋ
WYZE-krak-ing
wˈaɪskɹækɪŋ
WYZE-krak-ing
Definition
Making clever or sarcastic jokes, usually in a playful or humorous way. It often means saying witty or teasing comments, especially to entertain others.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwaɪzˌkɹækɪŋ
British English
wˈaɪskɹækɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WYZE-krak-ing
UK
WYZE-krak-ing
Listen in Context
He is always wisecracking in class and making everyone laugh.
My brother started wisecracking during dinner.
The teacher asked the students to stop wisecracking.
The movie’s hero is always wisecracking, even in dangerous situations.