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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

tsktsking

/tɛsktskɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does tsktsking mean?

verb

The act of expressing disapproval or disappointment by making a soft clicking sound with the tongue, often accompanied by a head shake or a tutting sound.

Example

"She let out a disapproving tsktsking as she watched her child play with the broken toy."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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