Dictionary
English - Dutch
Face
feɪs
Extremely common
600 - 700
600 - 700
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
gezicht, gezichtspunt, gezichtsveld, ondergang, gezichten, front
Face meanings in Dutch
gezicht
Example:
She has a beautiful face.
Ze heeft een mooi gezicht.
He turned his face towards the sun.
Hij draaide zijn gezicht naar de zon.
Usage: informalContext: Describing someone's appearance or physical features.
Note: This is the most common meaning and can refer to the face of a person or animal.
gezichtspunt
Example:
From my point of view, it's a great idea.
Vanuit mijn gezichtspunt is het een geweldig idee.
We need to consider different faces of this issue.
We moeten verschillende gezichtspunten van dit probleem overwegen.
Usage: formalContext: Discussing perspectives or viewpoints.
Note: This meaning is used metaphorically to refer to perspectives or angles in discussions.
gezichtsveld
Example:
The driver needs to have a clear field of vision.
De chauffeur moet een duidelijk gezichtsveld hebben.
She has a wide field of vision when driving.
Ze heeft een breed gezichtsveld tijdens het rijden.
Usage: formalContext: Discussing visual range or field of vision.
Note: This term is often used in discussions about safety and visibility.
ondergang
Example:
The company faced bankruptcy.
Het bedrijf stond voor de ondergang.
He faced many challenges in his career.
Hij stond voor veel uitdagingen in zijn carrière.
Usage: formalContext: Discussing situations of adversity or challenges.
Note: This meaning conveys a sense of confrontation with difficulties.
gezichten
Example:
There are many faces in this crowd.
Er zijn veel gezichten in deze menigte.
He recognized familiar faces at the event.
Hij herkende bekende gezichten op het evenement.
Usage: informalContext: Talking about people in a group or gathering.
Note: This is a plural form and is used to refer to multiple individuals.
front
Example:
The face of the building was beautifully designed.
De voorkant van het gebouw was prachtig ontworpen.
They painted the face of the clock.
Ze schilderden de voorkant van de klok.
Usage: formalContext: Describing the front or exterior of objects.
Note: This meaning is often used in architectural and design contexts.
Face's synonyms
countenance
Countenance refers to a person's facial expression or demeanor.
Example: He had a stern countenance that intimidated others.
Note: Countenance is more formal and literary than 'face'.
visage
Visage refers to a person's facial features or appearance.
Example: Her visage reflected a mixture of emotions.
Note: Visage is a more poetic or literary term for 'face'.
facial features
Facial features refer to the distinct characteristics of a person's face.
Example: She had delicate facial features that made her stand out in a crowd.
Note: Facial features focus more on the specific attributes of the face rather than the face as a whole.
Face expressions, common phrases
Face the music
To confront a difficult or unpleasant situation and accept the consequences of one's actions.
Example: After making a mistake, it's time to face the music and accept the consequences.
Note: The phrase 'face the music' uses 'face' metaphorically to mean confronting or dealing with something rather than referring to the physical body part.
Save face
To avoid embarrassment or preserve one's dignity in a challenging situation.
Example: He apologized to save face in front of his colleagues.
Note: In this idiom, 'face' is used to represent one's reputation or honor rather than the physical face.
Face the facts
To accept the truth of a situation, especially when it is unpleasant or difficult.
Example: It's time to face the facts that the project is behind schedule.
Note: Here, 'face' is used to mean confronting or acknowledging the reality of a situation.
In your face
Used to describe something done openly or directly to someone in a way that is intended to show off or provoke a reaction.
Example: She won the game and waved the trophy in your face.
Note: This phrase uses 'face' to indicate a direct confrontation or challenge, rather than referring to the physical face.
Face value
Accepting something as it appears on the surface without deeper analysis or suspicion.
Example: He took her words at face value and didn't question her sincerity.
Note: In this context, 'face' refers to the surface appearance or initial impression of something.
Long face
An expression or look of sadness, disappointment, or gloom.
Example: She had a long face after hearing the bad news.
Note: Here, 'face' is used metaphorically to describe a person's expression or demeanor rather than the physical face itself.
Lose face
To suffer a loss of respect, dignity, or reputation, especially in public or in front of others.
Example: He didn't want to lose face in front of his peers, so he worked hard to succeed.
Note: In this idiom, 'face' represents one's honor, reputation, or dignity rather than the physical face.
Face everyday (slang) expressions
Facepalm
To cover one's face with the palm of one's hand as an expression of embarrassment, frustration, or disbelief.
Example: I made a silly mistake and all I could do was facepalm.
Note: The term 'facepalm' is a gesture that involves physically touching one's face with the palm of one's hand, unlike the original word 'face,' which refers to the front part of the head.
On Facebook
To refer to the social media platform Facebook, specifically when discussing activities or information shared on the platform.
Example: Did you see my post on Facebook about the concert?
Note: In this context, 'Facebook' is used as a specific reference to the social media platform, whereas 'face' refers to the front part of the head.
Facetime
To have a video chat using Apple's FaceTime application or video calling in general.
Example: Let's facetime later to discuss the project.
Note: 'Facetime' is a specific term referring to a video communication software or activity, while 'face' has a broader meaning of the front part of the head.
Egg on your face
To be embarrassed or humiliated by one's own mistake or incorrect assumption.
Example: He thought he was right, but when he realized he was wrong, he had egg on his face.
Note: The phrase 'egg on your face' is a metaphorical expression denoting embarrassment, while 'face' refers to the front part of the head.
Faceoff
A confrontation or competition that involves direct interaction, often in a competitive setting.
Example: The two teams had an intense faceoff on the ice.
Note: 'Faceoff' is a term used in sports or competitive scenarios to describe a direct confrontation, contrasting with the original word 'face' denoting the front part of the head.
Stone-faced
To have a facial expression that shows no emotion, often appearing serious or unresponsive.
Example: Even in the most serious situations, she remained stone-faced.
Note: 'Stone-faced' describes a specific facial expression lacking emotion, in contrast to 'face' which refers to the entire front part of the head.
Face - Examples
His face turned red when he saw her.
Zijn gezicht werd rood toen hij haar zag.
I can't remember her face.
Ik kan haar gezicht niet herinneren.
We will have to face the consequences of our actions.
We zullen de gevolgen van onze daden onder ogen moeten zien.
Face grammar
Face - Verb (Verb) / Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present)
Lemma: face
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): faces, face
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): face
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): faced
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): facing
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): faces
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): face
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): face
Syllables, Separation and Stress
face Contains 1 syllables: face
Phonetic transcription: ˈfās
face , ˈfās (The red syllable is stressed)
Face - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
face: 600 - 700 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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