How to Pronounce "make to order"
expression
ˈmeɪk/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ/ /ˈɔɹdɝ
MAYK tuh OR-der
mˈeɪk/ /tˈuː/ /ˈɔːdɐ
MAYK tuh AW-duh
Definition
To produce something only after an order is received, so it is made specifically for the customer. Commonly used for custom products or food.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmeɪk/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ/ /ˈɔɹdɝ
British English
mˈeɪk/ /tˈuː/ /ˈɔːdɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAYK tuh OR-der
UK
MAYK tuh AW-duh
Listen in Context
The bakery will make to order a birthday cake just for you.
Some furniture shops only make to order.
We can make to order any sandwich you like.
"Do you have this jacket in blue?" "No, but we can make to order if you want."