This is the 6417th most frequent Japanese word.
ジョーク
"ジョーク" means "joke" in English.
Here, 'ジョーク' refers to verbal jokes or humorous remarks exchanged in conversation.
彼のジョークはいつも面白いですね。
His jokes are always funny.
In this context, 'ジョーク' is used to describe a specific humorous statement intended to entertain or lift spirits.
ジョークを言って場を盛り上げました。
He told a joke to lighten up the atmosphere.
Here, although 'ジョーク' is not directly used (冗談 is the Japanese equivalent), it conveys the idea of humor or jest in a situation being contrasted with seriousness or earnestness.