How to Pronounce "punchline"
word
ˈpəntʃˌɫaɪn
PUNCH-line
pˈʌntʃlaɪn
PUNCH-line
Definition
The last part of a joke or story, usually the funniest or most surprising line that makes people laugh.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpəntʃˌɫaɪn
British English
pˈʌntʃlaɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PUNCH-line
UK
PUNCH-line
Listen in Context
He forgot the punchline of the joke.
The punchline made everyone laugh.
Wait for the punchline before you laugh.
I messed up the story and totally ruined the punchline.