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verspottend

German → American English

American English

mocking

mocking; making fun of someone or something in a rude or insulting way

Er sprach mit verspottendem Ton über seine Kollegen.

Use *verspottend* mainly as a participle/adjectival form for describing an action or tone; in everyday English, *mocking* is often the closest translation, while *spöttisch* is a more common adjective in German.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “verspottend” mean in English?
It means “mocking” or “derisive,” describing someone or something that makes fun of another person or thing.
Is “verspottend” an adjective?
It is the present participle of *verspotten* and can be used adjectivally, like “mocking.”
What is the noun form of “verspottend”?
A related noun is *Spott*, meaning “mockery” or “ridicule.”