intj

tsk

tihsk

Tsk (intj) means a clicking sound made with the tongue to show disapproval or annoyance. Example: “Tsk," she muttered, shaking her head at the mess.”

intj

A clicking sound made with the tongue to show disapproval or annoyance.

""Tsk," she muttered, shaking her head at the mess."

How to use tsk

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA short tutting sound used to express mild disapproval or irritation.

Word forms

tsked past tense, tsks singular

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Etymology

Onomatopoeic expressive.

Frequently asked questions

What does “tsk” mean?

The word “tsk” means a clicking sound made with the tongue to show disapproval or annoyance. In plain terms, a short tutting sound used to express mild disapproval or irritation.

How do you pronounce “tsk”?

“Tsk” is pronounced tihsk (/tɪsk/ in IPA).

How do you use “tsk” in a sentence?

Here is “tsk” used in a sentence: “"Tsk," she muttered, shaking her head at the mess.”

What part of speech is “tsk”?

“Tsk” is an intj.