How to Pronounce "jump the shark"
expression
JUMP-thuh-SHARK
jump-thuh-SHAHK
Definition
This expression means a TV show, series, or thing has become silly, unbelievable, or lost its original quality, usually because it tries too hard to stay interesting.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdʒəmp/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈʃɑɹk
British English
dʒˈʌmp/ /ðə, ði/ /ʃˈɑːk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JUMP-thuh-SHARK
UK
jump-thuh-SHAHK
Listen in Context
Many fans say the show jumped the shark when the main character left.
People think the movie series jumped the shark with its fourth part.
Some say the fashion trend jumped the shark last year.
Honestly, I think this series jumped the shark ages ago.