You're joking!

3rd October 2024

You're joking!

We use this expression to say that we find it hard to believe something.
Usage
Written: 
Yes
Spoken: 
Yes
Formal: 
No
Informal: 
Yes
Example 1
My mum won the lottery last night!
You're joking!
No - honestly, she did. She won over five million!
Example 2
I've decided to sell the flat and go and work in Milwaukee.
You're joking!
No, seriously. It's something I've been thinking about for a while.