Cool MateMeaning of Joke's on us
Indicates that the speaker or group is the one being mocked or fooled.
In simple words: We're the ones being laughed at.
Joke's on us in a sentence
- We planned a surprise party, but it ended up being a disaster. The joke's on us!
- When we tried to prank him but he saw it coming, we realized the joke's on us.
- They thought they were clever, but when we beat them at their own game, the joke's on us.
- We laughed at their expense, unaware the joke's on us all along.
How to use Joke's on us
Used in informal conversations to indicate that someone has turned a situation around, making the speaker the subject of the joke. Usually used light-heartedly.
Grammar pattern
chunk expression
Memory hint
Imagine a group laughing at a prank, but it backfires on them.
Related words
Collocations with Joke's on us
- the joke's on you
- laugh it off
- play a prank
Synonyms for Joke's on us
- we're the punchline
- the tables have turned
- the joke backfired
Common mistakes with Joke's on us
- Using it in serious contexts where humor isn't appropriate.
- Confusing it with 'The joke is on you' which shifts focus away from the speaker.
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Joke's on us in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
النكتة علينا
إحنا اللي بنضحك علينا.
- Bengaliবাংলা
আমাদের উপরই মজা
আমাদেরকেই হাসির পাত্র বানানো হয়েছে।
- GermanDeutsch
Der Witz geht auf unsere Kosten
Wir sind diejenigen, über die gelacht wird.
- SpanishEspañol
Nosotros somos el blanco de la broma
Somos los que se ríen de nosotros.
- Persianفارسی
سوژه خنده ما شدیم
ما اونایی هستیم که داریم بهمون میخندن.
- FrenchFrançais
C'est nous la d États
C'est nous qui sommes la risée.
- Hindiहिन्दी
हम पर हँसा गया
हम पर हँसा जा रहा है।
- ItalianItaliano
Siamo noi la barzelletta
Siamo noi quelli presi in giro.
- PortuguesePortuguês
A piada é para nós
Somos nós que estamos sendo motivo de riso.
- RussianРусский
Шутка над нами
Нас высмеивают.
- Urduاردو
ہم پر ہنسی
ہم وہ ہیں جن پر ہنسا جا رہا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
Joke's on us
我们才是被嘲笑的对象。
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Frequently asked questions about Joke's on us
What does Joke's on us mean?
We're the ones being laughed at.
What is the definition of Joke's on us?
Indicates that the speaker or group is the one being mocked or fooled.
How do you use Joke's on us in a sentence?
We planned a surprise party, but it ended up being a disaster. The joke's on us!
Can you give another example of Joke's on us?
When we tried to prank him but he saw it coming, we realized the joke's on us.
What are synonyms for Joke's on us?
Common alternatives include we're the punchline, the tables have turned, the joke backfired.
What words go with Joke's on us?
It commonly pairs with the joke's on you, laugh it off, play a prank.
What are common mistakes when using Joke's on us?
Using it in serious contexts where humor isn't appropriate. Confusing it with 'The joke is on you' which shifts focus away from the speaker.
How do you pronounce Joke's on us?
US: //dʒoʊks ɑn ʌs//, UK: //dʒəʊks ɒn ʌs//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Joke's on us formal or informal?
"Joke's on us" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use Joke's on us?
Used in informal conversations to indicate that someone has turned a situation around, making the speaker the subject of the joke. Usually used light-heartedly.