make — to create, produce, or cause something to exist
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to create, produce, or cause something to exist
Pronunciation (IPA): /meɪk/
Example Sentences
- My mom makes the best pancakes in the universe, even aliens would travel light-years to taste them!
- Coffee makes me a functional human being, without it I'm just a grumpy zombie.
- I need to make an appointment with the dentist before my teeth make their own escape plan.
make
VERB[/meɪk/]
to create, produce, or cause something to exist
She tries to make a birthday cake for her little brother's surprise party.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Old English 'macian', rooted in Proto-Germanic *makōną, meaning 'to construct' or 'to create'. This fundamental verb has remained central to English for over a thousand years, denoting the basic human act of bringing something into existence or producing a desired result.
Breakdown
Old English macian → Middle English maken → Modern English make. The word retains its Germanic root throughout its evolution, with only minor phonetic changes as English evolved from Old to Middle to Modern English forms.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom makes the best pancakes in the universe, even aliens would travel light-years to taste them!”
“Coffee makes me a functional human being, without it I'm just a grumpy zombie.”
“I need to make an appointment with the dentist before my teeth make their own escape plan.”
“Hard work and dedication will make your dreams come true.”
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