How to Pronounce "make light work of"
expression
ˈmeɪk/ /ˈɫaɪt/ /ˈwɝk/ /ˈəv
MAYK LITE WURK uhv
mˈeɪk/ /lˈaɪt/ /wˈɜːk/ /ˈɒv
MAYK LITE WURK ov
Definition
To finish something quickly and easily, showing that it is not difficult for you.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmeɪk/ /ˈɫaɪt/ /ˈwɝk/ /ˈəv
British English
mˈeɪk/ /lˈaɪt/ /wˈɜːk/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAYK LITE WURK uhv
UK
MAYK LITE WURK ov
Listen in Context
She made light work of cleaning the kitchen.
The team made light work of their homework.
He made light work of the puzzle.
Wow, you made light work of that huge meal!