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调侃
tiáokǎn
Description
“调侃”是指用轻松、开玩笑的方式说别人，一般没有恶意。
"调侃" means to speak about others in a lighthearted, joking way, usually without malice.
朋友之间常常互相调侃，一起笑一笑。
Friends often tease each other and share a laugh together.
Meanings
调侃tiáokǎn
to tease or make fun of playfully
他喜欢调侃自己的朋友。
He likes to tease his friends.
调侃tiáokǎn
teasing or banter (as a manner of speaking)
他的话只是一种调侃，别当真。
His words are just teasing; don't take them seriously.
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Notes
- Nuance
调侃 is friendly and light, unlike 嘲笑 which mocks with contempt.
- Etymology
调 (to adjust/tease) + 侃 (to chat/banter).
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