play a joke on
verb
Simple meaning
Subject to a playful hoax or joke.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
playuhjohkahnSay the bold part a little louder.
IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈpleɪədʒoʊkɑn
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) is a standard way of writing speech sounds.
Definition
Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.
verb
Subject to a playful hoax or joke
Subject to a palyful hoax or joke
Word Aura™
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This meaning: Subject to a playful hoax or joke
Used this way, play a joke on is a reasonably familiar word with a clearly warm, approving pull. Keep it for friendly, informal settings.
- Emotional tone
- Positive
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Gentle
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Playful
- Usage feel
- Playful and informal
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