Make: meaning, definitions and examples

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make

 

[ meɪk ]

Verb / Noun
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Verb

action

To create, form, or produce something by combining various elements.

Synonyms

create, generate, produce

Examples of usage

  • She will make a cake for the party.
  • He can make a sculpture out of clay.
  • Can you make a reservation for dinner?
Context #2 | Verb

achieve

To achieve or attain a particular status, position, or condition.

Synonyms

accomplish, achieve, attain

Examples of usage

  • She worked hard to make it to the top of the company.
  • He finally made his dream come true.
  • They made a fortune by investing wisely.
Context #3 | Noun

brand

A recognized brand or type of product.

Synonyms

brand, model, type

Examples of usage

  • Nike is a popular make of athletic shoes.
  • This car is a high-quality make.
  • I prefer this make of coffee over others.

Translations

Translations of the word "make" in other languages:

🇵🇹 fazer

🇮🇳 बनाना

🇩🇪 machen

🇮🇩 membuat

🇺🇦 робити

🇵🇱 robić

🇯🇵 作る (tsukuru)

🇫🇷 faire

🇪🇸 hacer

🇹🇷 yapmak

🇰🇷 만들다 (mandeulda)

🇸🇦 يصنع (yasna)

🇨🇿 dělat

🇸🇰 robiť

🇨🇳 做 (zuò)

🇸🇮 narediti

🇮🇸 gera

🇰🇿 жасау

🇬🇪 გაკეთება (gaketeba)

🇦🇿 etmək

🇲🇽 hacer

Etymology

The word 'make' has Old English origins, deriving from the word 'macian' meaning to construct or form. Over time, the word evolved in Middle English to 'maken' before settling on its current form. 'Make' has been a fundamental word in the English language for centuries, reflecting the human drive to create and achieve.

See also: makeover, maker, makeup, making, remake.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #81, this word is extremely common in English. It's a crucial part of basic vocabulary that's used constantly in both spoken and written communication, making it essential for even basic conversations.