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Meaning of /hj | Babel Free

Noun CEFR A2

Definitions

  1. Denotes that the preceding statement is said half-jokingly.
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  2. Denotes a nonliteral statement with an underlying element of truth or sincerity.
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  3. Denotes a literal statement that is superficially humorous.
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  4. Used to introduce uncertainty or deniability of whether a statement is literal or joking: Just kidding, unless…?
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Examples

“Near-synonyms: /j (“joking”), /hyp (“hyperbole”)”
“Near-synonyms: /gen (“genuine”), LOL, LMAO, XD”

CEFR level

A2
Elementary
This word is part of the CEFR A2 vocabulary — elementary level.

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