Cool MateMeaning of Just kidding
A phrase used to indicate that a previous statement was not serious.
In simple words: I didn't mean what I just said.
Just kidding in a sentence
- I really thought you were serious about that! Oh wait, you were just kidding.
- She said I was a terrible singer, but she was just kidding.
- Don't take him seriously; he's just kidding around.
- When he said he'd quit his job, I realized he was just kidding.
How to use Just kidding
Used to lighten the mood after a serious or surprising statement. Best for casual conversations; avoid in formal contexts.
Grammar pattern
standalone phrase
Memory hint
Think of 'just kidding' as a gentle nudge, like a playful poke to someone.
Related words
Collocations with Just kidding
- just kidding around
- just kidding, right?
- don't take it seriously
Synonyms for Just kidding
- just joking
- only kidding
- pulling your leg
- teasing
Common mistakes with Just kidding
- Using in formal situations.
- Confusing with 'just joking'.
- Overusing can make it sound insincere.
Just kidding appears in
Just kidding in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
امزح
أنا لم أقصد ما قلته للتو.
- Bengaliবাংলা
মজা করছিলাম
আমি যা বললাম তা বোঝাতে চাইনি।
- GermanDeutsch
Nur Spaß / Nur ein Scherz
Ich habe nicht ernst gemeint, was ich gerade gesagt habe.
- SpanishEspañol
Es broma
No quise decir lo que acabo de decir.
- Persianفارسی
فقط شوخی کردم
من منظورم جدی نبود.
- FrenchFrançais
Je plaisante
Je n'ai pas pensé ce que je viens de dire.
- Hindiहिन्दी
मज़ाक कर रहा हूँ
मैंने जो कहा वह मेरा मतलब नहीं था।
- ItalianItaliano
Scherzavo
Non era serio quello che ho detto.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Brincadeira!
Eu não quis dizer o que acabei de falar.
- RussianРусский
Просто шучу
Я не имел в виду то, что только что сказал.
- Urduاردو
مزاح کر رہا ہوں
میں نے جو کہا وہ میرا مطلب نہیں تھا۔
- Chinese中文
开玩笑
我刚才说的话不是认真的。
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Frequently asked questions about Just kidding
What does Just kidding mean?
I didn't mean what I just said.
What is the definition of Just kidding?
A phrase used to indicate that a previous statement was not serious.
How do you use Just kidding in a sentence?
I really thought you were serious about that! Oh wait, you were just kidding.
Can you give another example of Just kidding?
She said I was a terrible singer, but she was just kidding.
What are synonyms for Just kidding?
Common alternatives include just joking, only kidding, pulling your leg, teasing.
What is the opposite of Just kidding?
Opposite meanings include seriously, no joke, for real, honestly.
What words go with Just kidding?
It commonly pairs with just kidding around, just kidding, right?, don't take it seriously.
What are common mistakes when using Just kidding?
Using in formal situations. Confusing with 'just joking'. Overusing can make it sound insincere.
How do you pronounce Just kidding?
US: //dʒʌst ˈkɪdɪŋ//, UK: //dʒʌst ˈkɪdɪŋ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Just kidding formal or informal?
"Just kidding" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use Just kidding?
Used to lighten the mood after a serious or surprising statement. Best for casual conversations; avoid in formal contexts.