You’re kidding
phrase
An expression of disbelief, shock or surprise.
You bought a new car? You're kidding!
Often appears as...
- you're kidding me.
- you've got to be kidding.
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial,Idiomatic
phrase
An expression of mild annoyance when someone is not being serious or is teasing.
Stop playing with your food, you're kidding, right?
Often appears as...
- you're kidding
- right?
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial,Idiomatic
phrase
An expression of disbelief and joy when someone shares good news.
You're engaged? You're kidding!
Often appears as...
- you're kidding!
- truly?
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial,Idiomatic
phrase
An expression of disbelief, shock or surprise.
You bought a new car? You're kidding!
Often appears as...
- you're kidding me.
- you've got to be kidding.
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial,Idiomatic
phrase
An expression of mild annoyance when someone is not being serious or is teasing.
Stop playing with your food, you're kidding, right?
Often appears as...
- you're kidding
- right?
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial,Idiomatic
phrase
An expression of disbelief and joy when someone shares good news.
You're engaged? You're kidding!
Often appears as...
- you're kidding!
- truly?
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial,Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Nuance
Understand that in some cultures, direct disbelief might seem rude. 'You're kidding' can soften the impression.
You moved to Paris for a year? You're kidding!
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Range
Your tone can change the meaning from surprise to sarcasm, so match it with the situation.
You're kidding! They actually did that?
Pro Tip 3/3Question Tag
Adding 'right?' at the end can invite the other person to confirm the unbelievable news.
You won the lottery? You're kidding, right?
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