Como Pronunciar "on the make"

expression

AHN / AWN - thuh / thee - MAYK

ON - thuh / thee - MAYK

Definição

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.

Transcrição IPA

Inglês Americano

ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈmeɪk

Inglês Britânico

ˈɒn/ /ðə, ði/ /mˈeɪk

Pronúncia Simplificada

EUA

AHN / AWN - thuh / thee - MAYK

ON - thuh / thee - MAYK

Ouça em Contexto

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.