How to Pronounce "make light of"
expression
ˈmeɪk/ /ˈɫaɪt/ /ˈəv
MAYK-LYTE-uhv
mˈeɪk/ /lˈaɪt/ /ˈɒv
MAYK-LYTE-ov
Definition
To treat something as less serious or important than it really is.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmeɪk/ /ˈɫaɪt/ /ˈəv
British English
mˈeɪk/ /lˈaɪt/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAYK-LYTE-uhv
UK
MAYK-LYTE-ov
Listen in Context
You should not make light of her worries.
He tried to make light of his mistake during the meeting.
Don't make light of the situation; it's very serious.
She tried to make light of the rumors, but they bothered her.