How to Pronounce "barefaced"
word
ˈbeə(ɹ)feɪst
BAIR-fayst
bˈeəfeɪst
BAIR-fayst
Definition
Openly shameless or bold, especially in lying or breaking rules. Sometimes also means having an uncovered face, but this use is rare today.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbeə(ɹ)feɪst
British English
bˈeəfeɪst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAIR-fayst
UK
BAIR-fayst
Listen in Context
It was a barefaced lie.
He made a barefaced excuse to leave the room.
The thief was barefaced about his actions.
That's a barefaced lie and you know it.