How to Pronounce "last thing one needs"
expression
ˈɫæs/, /ˈɫæst/ /ˈθɪŋ/ /ˈwən/ /ˈnidz
LAST-thing-wun-NEEDZ
lˈɑːst/ /θˈɪŋ/ /wˈɒn/ /nˈiːdz
LAHST-thing-won-NEEDZ
Definition
This expression is used to say that something is very unwanted or unhelpful, especially when someone already has a lot of problems.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫæs/, /ˈɫæst/ /ˈθɪŋ/ /ˈwən/ /ˈnidz
British English
lˈɑːst/ /θˈɪŋ/ /wˈɒn/ /nˈiːdz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LAST-thing-wun-NEEDZ
UK
LAHST-thing-won-NEEDZ
Listen in Context
Another bill is the last thing one needs right now.
Losing my keys was the last thing one needs before work.
Getting sick during exams is the last thing one needs.
Honestly, a flat tire was the last thing one needs after today.