How to Pronounce "make a statement"
expression
ˈmeɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈsteɪtmənt
MAYK uh STAYT-muhnt
mˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /stˈeɪtmənt
MAYK uh STAYT-muhnt
Definition
To say or write something formally or publicly, often to express an opinion, provide information, or officially clarify a situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmeɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈsteɪtmənt
British English
mˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /stˈeɪtmənt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAYK uh STAYT-muhnt
UK
MAYK uh STAYT-muhnt
Listen in Context
The witness will make a statement to the police.
She was nervous to make a statement in court.
The company will make a statement about the news tomorrow.
She wanted her speech to make a statement and inspire change.