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jk
What does jk mean?
Stands for "just kidding," used to signal that a previous statement was a joke and not serious.
"I sold your car. JK, it's in the garage."
Origin
An instant-messaging and texting abbreviation from early chat culture.
Frequently asked questions
What does JK mean?
JK stands for "just kidding," used to signal that a previous statement was a joke and not serious.
When do you use JK?
Use it right after a joke or fake statement to make clear you weren't being serious.
What is j/k?
j/k is just an alternate spelling of JK, with a slash inserted between the letters.
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