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no kidding
01
Kein Scherz, Im Ernst
used to highlight the sincerity or truthfulness of a statement
Example
No kidding, the concert is tonight, and I forgot to buy tickets.
No kidding, the meeting got rescheduled to this afternoon.
I found a stray puppy on the street, and, no kidding, it followed me home.
02
Kein Scherz?, Echt?
used to convey genuine surprise or interest in response to something someone has just said
03
Kein Scherz!, Das ist ja offensichtlich!
used sarcastically when someone states something very obvious
Example
It's raining, and he said, ' I think it might be wet outside.'
She spilled coffee on her white shirt and exclaimed, ' This might stain!'
He missed the bus and commented, ' Looks like I wo n't make it on time.'
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