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Meaning of the word "are you serious" in English

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are you serious

US /ɑr ju ˈsɪriəs/
UK /ɑː ju ˈsɪəriəs/

Phrase

used to express surprise, disbelief, or to ask if someone is being truthful

Example:
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You won the lottery? Are you serious?
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He said he's quitting his job to travel the world. Are you serious?
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serious non-serious serious-minded you you snooze, you lose you can't take it with you when you die thank you