clever remarks

language: ja

definitions

  1. Witty, intelligent, or humorous comments made during a conversation to entertain or show intellect.
    ja: 機転の利いた発言
  2. Sharp, sarcastic, or biting comments intended to mock someone or demonstrate intellectual superiority.
    ja: 皮肉な発言

examples

  1. He entertained the guests with his clever remarks throughout the evening.

    彼は一晩中、機転の利いた発言で客をもてなした。

  2. Her clever remarks often bordered on being rude and condescending.

    彼女の皮肉な発言は、しばしば失礼で高慢なものだった。