How to Pronounce "make a move on"

expression

ˈmeɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈmuv/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn

MAYK uh MOOV awn

mˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /mˈuːv/ /ˈɒn

MAYK uh MOOV on

Definition

To try to start a romantic or sexual relationship with someone, usually by showing attraction directly or making a move physically or verbally.

American English

ˈmeɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈmuv/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn

British English

mˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /mˈuːv/ /ˈɒn

MAYK uh MOOV awn

MAYK uh MOOV on

Tom tried to make a move on Lisa at the party.

Do you think he will make a move on her tonight?

She was not happy when her friend's boyfriend tried to make a move on her.

If you're interested, maybe it's time to make a move on him.