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Make sense of Meaning in English

expression

ˈmeɪk/ /ˈsɛns/ /ˈəv
MAYK SENS-uhv
mˈeɪk/ /sˈɛns/ /ˈɒv
MAYK SENS-ov

Definição

To understand something that is difficult, confusing, or unclear; to find meaning or an explanation for it.

Uso & Nuances

Common in both spoken and written English. Used for abstract ideas, feelings, or unclear situations. Often appears as 'can't make sense of...', 'try to make sense of...', or 'finally made sense of...'. Not used for physical assembly or creation.

Frases de Exemplo

I can't make sense of this letter.

basic

Children often try to make sense of the world around them.

basic

It took me a while to make sense of the instructions.

basic

After hearing her explanation, I could finally make sense of what happened.

natural

Sometimes, it's hard to make sense of people's actions.

natural

He was trying to make sense of the news, but it just confused him more.

natural