make a long face — to look sad, disappointed, or dejected; to show an expression of unhappiness or displeasure
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to look sad, disappointed, or dejected; to show an expression of unhappiness or displeasure
Pronunciation (IPA): /meɪk ə lɔːŋ feɪs/
Korean meaning: 슬프거나 실망한 표정을 짓다, 우울한 얼굴을 하다
Korean pronunciation: 메이크 어 **롱** 페이스
Example Sentences
- When the pizza delivery was delayed, Tommy made such a long face that his mom thought he was seriously ill.
- Don't make a long face just because you have to work overtime.
- She made a long face when her favorite TV show was cancelled.
make a long face
VERB//meɪk ə lɔːŋ feɪs//
to look sad, disappointed, or dejected; to show an expression of unhappiness or displeasure
When his mom said no dessert, the boy started to make a long face at the table.
Make a long face in the wrong place
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
얼굴이 길어진다는 시각적 표현에서 유래. 슬프거나 실망했을 때 얼굴 근육이 아래로 처져서 얼굴이 실제로 길어 보이는 현상을 묘사한 관용구로 발전했습니다.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“When the pizza delivery was delayed, Tommy made such a long face that his mom thought he was seriously ill.”
“Don't make a long face just because you have to work overtime.”
“She made a long face when her favorite TV show was cancelled.”
“The cat made what looked like a long face when its owner forgot to give it treats.”
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