CEFR B1

teasing

verb

Meaning

To provoke or annoy someone playfully or in a mocking way, often by making jokes or imitating them.

Examples

Don't tease your little brother, he might get upset.
They used to tease her about her unusual hobby, but now they admire her dedication.

Synonyms: annoy, mock, ridicule, taunt

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teasing (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /tiːz/

Definition

To provoke or annoy someone playfully or in a mocking way, often by making jokes or imitating them.

Examples

Don't tease your little brother, he might get upset.
They used to tease her about her unusual hobby, but now they admire her dedication.
He was teasing me about my terrible singing voice, but I didn't mind.

How to Use teasing

tease someone about something (prepositional phrase): To make fun of someone regarding a particular subject or characteristic. — "My friends always tease me about my love for cheesy movies."
tease out (phrasal verb): To obtain information gradually or with difficulty. — "The journalist managed to tease out the secret from the politician."
tease apart (phrasal verb): To separate something that is tangled or stuck together. — "He carefully teased apart the delicate pieces of the broken vase."

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