How to Pronounce "make a mess of"
expression
ˈmeɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈmɛs/ /ˈəv
MAYK uh MESS uhv
mˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /mˈɛs/ /ˈɒv
MAYK uh MESS ov
Definition
To do something very badly or create confusion or disorder, often by making mistakes while doing a task.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmeɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈmɛs/ /ˈəv
British English
mˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /mˈɛs/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAYK uh MESS uhv
UK
MAYK uh MESS ov
Listen in Context
He made a mess of his homework and had to start again.
Please don't make a mess of the kitchen while cooking.
She made a mess of the test and failed.
Wow, you really made a mess of the presentation!