How to Pronounce "make the best of"
expression
MAYK thuh BEST uhv
MAYK thuh BEST ov
Definition
To handle a difficult or less-than-ideal situation as well as possible, focusing on finding positive aspects or making things work despite the challenges.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmeɪk/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈbɛst/ /ˈəv
British English
mˈeɪk/ /ðə, ði/ /bˈɛst/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAYK thuh BEST uhv
UK
MAYK thuh BEST ov
Listen in Context
We missed the bus, so let's make the best of our walk.
It's raining, but we can still make the best of the day.
We have only a small room, so let's make the best of it.
We can't change the situation now, so let's just make the best of it.