make a face

• Tordre les traits du visage pour exprimer le dégoût, la désapprobation, la douleur ou l'amusement, souvent en réaction à quelque chose de désagréable ou comme geste espiègle.

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.

   faire une grimace

   • 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.

   faire une grimace

   • 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.