I was only joking · It's not serious
This is perfect for when you've said something that might surprise someone or be taken seriously, and you quickly want to clarify: 'Ah, I was only joking!' or 'It was just a prank!' 🤭 It's incredibly useful for lightening the mood or preventing misunderstandings. Sometimes, you can also use it after an exaggerated joke, with a nuance of 'You didn't really think I was serious, did you?' 😉
✨ **Hot Tip!** 'Just kidding!' is mainly used when you've playfully teased someone or made a joke, and you want to quickly smooth things over in case they take it to heart. Using it after a very harsh or offensive joke can actually worsen misunderstandings, so appropriate timing and tone are key! 😅 While it's a common, casual expression among friends, in informal settings, you can sometimes use it lightly with older people or colleagues. Just be sure to read the room and adjust accordingly! ☝️
Your friend looks surprised after you told them you're moving to Mars. Which English expression would you use to clarify you were joking? A. Just kidding! B. No worries! C. Never mind!