How to Pronounce "look the part"
expression
ˈɫʊk/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈpɑɹt
LUK thuh PART
lˈʊk/ /ðə, ði/ /pˈɑːt
LUK thuh PAAT
Definition
To have the appearance or style that is expected for a particular job, role, or situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫʊk/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈpɑɹt
British English
lˈʊk/ /ðə, ði/ /pˈɑːt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LUK thuh PART
UK
LUK thuh PAAT
Listen in Context
He wears a suit to work so he always looks the part.
You need special shoes to look the part of a chef.
She did her hair and makeup to look the part at the party.
He’s got the skills, but he doesn’t really look the part for a manager.