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Jesús Román León
What is the meaning of "pull somebody's leg" ? Is that true or are you pulling my leg?
Feb 27, 2017 2:06 PM
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Hi Jesús, The phrase is used to describe teasing someone or cracking a joke with someone. Example: John: Hey, your pants are unzipped! Tom: Oh dear! John: Relax! I was just pulling your leg. Hope this helps. Cheers, Lance
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http://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/pull-sb-s-leg
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to pull somebody's leg - "tomarse el pelo"
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It means to joke or to kid around with someone.
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Jesús Román León
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English, French, Portuguese, Spanish
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