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.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmeɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈpæs/ /ˈæt
British English
mˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /pˈɑːs/ /ˈæt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAYK-uh-PASS-at
UK
MAYK-uh-PAHSS-at
Listen in Context
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?