Zuneigungsneckerei

/ˈtsuːnaɪɡʊŋsˌnɛkəˈʁaɪ/

teasing someone you like

Sie neckte ihn mit Zuneigungsneckerei, um seine Aufmerksamkeit zu erregen.

She teased him affectionately to get his attention.

informal

Playful teasing between people who like each other, often as a form of flirtation or to express affection.

Ihre Zuneigungsneckerei machte ihn verlegen, aber er lächelte trotzdem.

Her affectionate teasing made him blush, but he smiled anyway.

This term implies a lighthearted, romantic or friendly dynamic.

Collocations

mit Zuneigungsneckereiwith affectionate teasing

This term is only used in positive, affectionate contexts, not for mockery.

From 'Zuneigung' (affection) + 'Neckerei' (teasing).

Common in romantic or close friendships to express fondness in a playful way.

Zuneigung

affection

root

Neckerei

teasing

root

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