How to Pronounce "make a pass at"

expression

ˈmeɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈpæs/ /ˈæt

MAYK-uh-PASS-at

mˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /pˈɑːs/ /ˈæt

MAYK-uh-PAHSS-at

Definition

To try to show someone you are romantically or sexually interested in them, often in a bold or obvious way.

American English

ˈmeɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈpæs/ /ˈæt

British English

mˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /pˈɑːs/ /ˈæt

MAYK-uh-PASS-at

MAYK-uh-PAHSS-at

He tried to make a pass at his coworker at the party.

Jane got upset when her friend's boyfriend made a pass at her.

It's uncomfortable if someone you don't like makes a pass at you.

Did you see Tom make a pass at the bartender last night?