How to Pronounce "makeshift"
word
ˈmeɪkˌʃɪft
MAYK-shift
mˈeɪkʃɪft
MAYK-shift
Definition
Something used as a temporary substitute when nothing better is available.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmeɪkˌʃɪft
British English
mˈeɪkʃɪft
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAYK-shift
UK
MAYK-shift
Listen in Context
We made a makeshift tent from some blankets.
He slept on a makeshift bed in the living room.
The makeshift bridge helped us cross the river.
We turned the kitchen table into a makeshift office during lockdown.