The last laugh Meaning in English
expression
释义
If someone has "the last laugh," they succeed or are proved right after others doubted or made fun of them. It means they win or have the final victory in a situation.
用法与细微差别
Informal, often used after overcoming doubt or mockery to end up victorious. Common with "have/get the last laugh": "She had the last laugh." Implies an unexpected or ironic victory. Not about literal laughing.
例句
After years of hard work, she finally had the last laugh.
basic
He was made fun of in school, but he got the last laugh when he became successful.
basic
Everyone said it was impossible, but he ended up with the last laugh.
basic
They thought I couldn't do it, but guess who got the last laugh?
natural
At the end of the day, it’s all about having the last laugh.
natural
Don’t worry if they mock you—you’ll have the last laugh when you succeed.
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