tsk

/tsk/; also /tʃk/ or /tɪsk/

Definitions

1. noun

a sound of disapproval or disappointment, typically made by blowing out the breath between the teeth.

“She let out a loud tsk when she saw the state of her room.”

2. interjection

used to express disapproval, disappointment, or annoyance.

“Tsk, what a waste of money!”

3. verb

to express disapproval or disappointment, typically by making the sound /tsk/.

“She tsked at the child for throwing a tantrum in public.”

Synonyms

  • tsk-tsk
  • tsking
  • tsktsk

Antonyms

  • tsk-tsking
  • tsk-tss
  • tskting