How to Pronounce "make a splash"
expression
ˈmeɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈspɫæʃ
MAYK-uh-SPLASH
mˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /splˈæʃ
MAYK-uh-SPLASH
Definition
To attract a lot of attention or to become suddenly very successful or noticeable, especially in public or social situations.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmeɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈspɫæʃ
British English
mˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /splˈæʃ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAYK-uh-SPLASH
UK
MAYK-uh-SPLASH
Listen in Context
The new singer made a splash with her first single.
The company made a splash at the tech fair.
Her bright dress really made a splash at the party.
He made a splash on social media with his funny video.