Cómo Pronunciar "save face"
expression
ˈseɪv/ /ˈfeɪs
SAYV FAYS
sˈeɪv/ /fˈeɪs
SAYV FAYS
Definición
To avoid embarrassment or losing the respect of others, especially by acting in a way that protects your reputation.
Transcripción IPA
Inglés Americano
ˈseɪv/ /ˈfeɪs
Inglés Británico
sˈeɪv/ /fˈeɪs
Pronunciación Simplificada
EE.UU.
SAYV FAYS
UK
SAYV FAYS
Escucha en Contexto
He lied to save face after making a mistake.
She apologized to save face in front of her friends.
The boss tried to save face after the project failed.
He made an excuse to save face when he forgot her name.