How to Pronounce "make a name for"
expression
ˈmeɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈneɪm/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
MAYK-uh-NAYM-fer
mˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /nˈeɪm/ /fˈɔː
MAYK-uh-NAYM-faw
Definition
To become well-known or respected for something, especially by achieving success or doing something impressive.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmeɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈneɪm/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
British English
mˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /nˈeɪm/ /fˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAYK-uh-NAYM-fer
UK
MAYK-uh-NAYM-faw
Listen in Context
She wants to make a name for herself as a writer.
He made a name for himself by helping people.
Many chefs try to make a name for themselves in big cities.
She really made a name for herself after winning that award.