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face

Pronunciation: [/feɪs/]

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face: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use face in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “physical appearance”

(noun) the front part of your head where your eyes, nose, and mouth are located. It's what people see when they look at you.

Example

She had a big smile on her face when she saw her birthday cake.

Example

He had a serious look on his face during the meeting.

Example

What expression is on your face right now?

Context: “expression”

(noun) the way someone looks, which shows their emotions. It can be happy, sad, angry, surprised, or many other feelings.

Example

His face showed excitement when he won the game.

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Her face showed disappointment when she didn't get the job.

Example

What does your face show when you're scared?

Context: “confrontation”

(verb) to deal with a difficult or challenging situation directly, without avoiding it. It means facing something head-on.

Example

She had to face her fear of heights in order to climb the mountain.

Example

He avoided facing the truth about his mistakes.

Example

How did you face the challenge of learning a new language?

How to pronounce face

Pronunciation: [/feɪs/]

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