Multiple choice softskills communication

What does this idiom mean--- Tongue in cheek????????

  1. taste a delicious food

  2. to stammer while talking

  3. you have said is a joke, although it might seem to be serious

  4. make a funny face

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The idiom 'tongue in cheek' refers to a statement that is meant to be humorous, ironic, or not serious, despite being delivered with a straight face. It indicates that the speaker is joking or being insincere.