How to Pronounce "in a pinch"
expression
IN-uh-PINCH
IN-uh-PINCH
Definition
Used to say that something can be done or used if it is absolutely necessary or in an emergency.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈpɪntʃ
British English
ˈɪn/ /æɪ/ /pˈɪntʃ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
IN-uh-PINCH
UK
IN-uh-PINCH
Listen in Context
Bread works in a pinch if you run out of rice.
You can use water in a pinch if you don't have milk.
In a pinch, we can call a taxi instead of taking the bus.
I don't have a spare charger, but you can borrow mine in a pinch.