make a face

• Den Gesichtsausdruck verziehen, um Ekel, Missbilligung, Schmerz oder Belustigung auszudrücken, oft als Reaktion auf etwas Unangenehmes oder als scherzhafte Geste.

To contort one's facial features into an expression of disgust, disapproval, pain, or amusement, often as a reaction to something unpleasant or as a playful gesture.

1. Show displeasureA2informal

   To contort one's facial features to express disgust, dislike, or disapproval.

   Ein Gesicht ziehen

   • The child made a face when he tasted the bitter medicine.
   • She made a face at the suggestion of eating broccoli.
   • He made a face of disgust when he saw the mess.

2. Show amusement or mockeryA2informal

   To make a funny or exaggerated expression to amuse others or to mock someone playfully.

   Ein Gesicht ziehen

   • The clown made a face that made all the children laugh.
   • She made a face at her brother from across the room.
   • He made a silly face for the camera.