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plaisanterie

joke, jest

noun pleh-zahn-TREE Less Common
Communication Expressions

Usage Note

Plaisanterie refers to a verbal joke or witticism rather than a physical gag. Ce n'est pas une plaisanterie ('it's no joke') emphasizes seriousness; par plaisanterie means 'in jest'. The verb plaisanter ('to joke') and the adjective plaisant ('pleasant, amusing') share the same root.

Examples

"Sa plaisanterie a fait rire toute la salle."

Natural Translation

His joke made the whole room laugh.

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