You’re joking

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phrase

You express disbelief or surprise, thinking that the person is not serious.

You're moving to Japan next month? You're joking!
Visual representation of "you’re joking" - You express disbelief or surprise, thinking that the person is not serious.

Often appears as...

  • can't believe it
  • you're kidding

Usage tips

Colloquial

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Visual representation of "you’re joking"
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Expressing Surprise

Used when something is so unexpected it's hard to believe.

Illustration for Expressing Surprise
You won the lottery? You’re joking!
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Misunderstanding Cue

Signals that you may have misunderstood and need clarification.

Illustration for Misunderstanding Cue
You're saying we have no class today? You’re joking, right?
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Sarcasm Detector

Helps detect if someone is being sarcastic.

Illustration for Sarcasm Detector
I just love spending all day at the DMV. You’re joking, of course.
Visual representation of the word "You’re joking"

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