How to Pronounce "that'll teach"
expression
ˈðætəɫ/ /ˈtitʃ
THAT-uhl TEETCH
ˈðæt.əl/ /tˈiːtʃ
THAT-uhl TEECH
Definition
Used to say that someone's negative experience will teach them a lesson, often after making a mistake. It is usually said when someone gets the consequences they deserve.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈðætəɫ/ /ˈtitʃ
British English
ˈðæt.əl/ /tˈiːtʃ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
THAT-uhl TEETCH
UK
THAT-uhl TEECH
Listen in Context
Forgot your umbrella and now you're soaked? That'll teach.
He touched the hot pan. That'll teach!
You lost your phone again? That'll teach you to be more careful.
Locked yourself out again? That'll teach you to remember your keys next time.