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Getting to be a joke

🇬🇧 UK //ˈɡɛtɪŋ tə bi: ə dʒəʊk// 🇺🇸 US //ˈɡɛtɪŋ tə bi: ə dʒoʊk//

Meaning of Getting to be a joke

Becoming something that people find laughable or absurd.

In simple words: Becoming funny in a bad way

Getting to be a joke in a sentence

• His excuses for being late are really just getting to be a joke.
• This situation is getting to be a joke; nothing ever works!
• When she forgets the important dates, it’s just getting to be a joke now.

How to use Getting to be a joke

Use when something becomes ridiculous. Usually informal settings; less appropriate for serious discussions.

Grammar pattern

getting to be + a joke

Memory hint

Imagine a person tripping over a banana peel — it’s funny, but also silly!

Related words

Collocations with Getting to be a joke

• getting to be a joke
• this is getting ridiculous
• becoming a laughingstock

Synonyms for Getting to be a joke

• ridiculous
• absurd
• laughable
• silly
• comical

Opposites of Getting to be a joke

• being respected
• being taken seriously
• being credible

Common mistakes with Getting to be a joke

• Using in serious contexts
• Confusing with 'playing a joke'
• Using 'getting' interchangeably with 'becoming'

Frequently asked questions about Getting to be a joke

What does Getting to be a joke mean?

Becoming funny in a bad way

What is the definition of Getting to be a joke?

Becoming something that people find laughable or absurd.

How do you use Getting to be a joke in a sentence?

His excuses for being late are really just getting to be a joke.

Can you give another example of Getting to be a joke?

This situation is getting to be a joke; nothing ever works!

What are synonyms for Getting to be a joke?

Common alternatives include ridiculous, absurd, laughable, silly, comical.

What is the opposite of Getting to be a joke?

Opposite meanings include being respected, being taken seriously, being credible.

What words go with Getting to be a joke?

It commonly pairs with getting to be a joke, this is getting ridiculous, becoming a laughingstock.

What are common mistakes when using Getting to be a joke?

Using in serious contexts Confusing with 'playing a joke' Using 'getting' interchangeably with 'becoming'

How do you pronounce Getting to be a joke?

US: //ˈɡɛtɪŋ tə bi: ə dʒoʊk//, UK: //ˈɡɛtɪŋ tə bi: ə dʒəʊk//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Getting to be a joke formal or informal?

"Getting to be a joke" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Getting to be a joke?

Use when something becomes ridiculous. Usually informal settings; less appropriate for serious discussions.