Also means
saying the opposite of what is meant
Usage Note
Ironie means expressing something through its opposite, often for humour or criticism. Das ist ja toll said sarcastically is an example. Distinguish from Sarkasmus, which is sharper and more cutting.
Examples
"Seine Bemerkung war voller Ironie, aber nicht jeder verstand sie."
Natural Translation
His remark was full of irony, but not everyone understood it.
Literal Translation
His remark was full of irony, but not everyone understood it.
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