TED-Ed: What is verbal irony? - Christopher Warner

The video tutorial explains verbal irony, where a speaker says the opposite of what they mean, using examples like weather comments. It distinguishes verbal irony from sarcasm, which adds a mocking tone. Examples illustrate how sarcasm can be used in different contexts. The tutorial concludes by emphasizing that while all sarcasm is verbal irony, not all verbal irony is sarcastic.

In what situations can verbal irony be considered harsh or mocking?

Discuss the importance of context in understanding verbal irony.