How to Pronounce "make a face"
expression
ˈmeɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈfeɪs
MAYK-uh-FAYS
mˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /fˈeɪs
MAYK-a-FAYS
Definition
To change your facial expression in a way that shows emotion, often by twisting your face to show dislike, surprise, or to be funny.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmeɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈfeɪs
British English
mˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /fˈeɪs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAYK-uh-FAYS
UK
MAYK-a-FAYS
Listen in Context
The baby made a face when he tasted the lemon.
Please don't make a face at your food.
He likes to make a face to make his little sister laugh.
She couldn't help but make a face when she saw the mess in the kitchen.