What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
jestful
Example
He had a jestful tone as he teased his friend about his new haircut. [jestful: adjective]
Example
She is known for her jestful personality and always makes everyone laugh. [jestful: adjective]
jocular
Example
He has a jocular personality and always makes everyone laugh at parties. [jocular: adjective]
Example
The comedian's jocular performance had the audience in stitches. [jocular: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Jocular is more commonly used than jestful in everyday language, especially in professional or academic settings.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between jestful and jocular?
Jocular is more formal than jestful and is often used in professional or academic contexts, while jestful is more informal and casual in tone.
