How to Pronounce "on the make"
expression
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈmeɪk
AHN / AWN - thuh / thee - MAYK
ˈɒn/ /ðə, ði/ /mˈeɪk
ON - thuh / thee - MAYK
Definition
If someone is "on the make," they are trying to gain money, power, or advantage for themselves, sometimes dishonestly. It can also mean trying to start a romantic or sexual relationship.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈmeɪk
British English
ˈɒn/ /ðə, ði/ /mˈeɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AHN / AWN - thuh / thee - MAYK
UK
ON - thuh / thee - MAYK
Listen in Context
Many people in politics are on the make.
He’s always on the make, trying to get a promotion.
She realized her new friend was just on the make.
Watch out for guys in this bar—they’re all on the make tonight.