How to Pronounce "linchpin"
word
ˈɫɪntʃˌpɪn
LINCH-pin
lˈɪntʃpɪn
LINCH-pin
Definition
A linchpin is the most important part of something, which everything else depends on. It can also refer to a person who is essential to the success of a group or organization.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɪntʃˌpɪn
British English
lˈɪntʃpɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LINCH-pin
UK
LINCH-pin
Listen in Context
Sarah is the linchpin of our team.
This software is a linchpin in our daily work.
Trust is the linchpin of any good relationship.
He’s really the linchpin holding all these different departments together.