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    Face (en. Face)

    [fas]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The front part of the human head, where the eyes, nose, and mouth are located.
    She has a radiant smile on her face.
    Elle a un sourire rayonnant sur son visage.
    The apparent expression or aspect of a person.
    He has a worried look on his face.
    Il a un air inquiet sur le visage.
    The outer surface of something.
    The face of the mountain was covered in snow.
    La face de la montagne était couverte de neige.
    verb
    To face something, to confront a situation.
    He must face his responsibilities.
    Il doit faire face à ses responsabilités.
    To show or direct an object towards a direction.
    The photo was facing the window.
    La photo était face à la fenêtre.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'facies', meaning 'appearance, face'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to lose face
    To find oneself in an embarrassing situation.
    perdre la face
    face to face
    In the presence of someone, in direct confrontation.
    face à face
    to put on a brave face
    To appear healthy or in good condition despite difficulties.
    faire bonne figure

    Related Words

    face
    The front part of a person's head.
    visage
    expression
    Visible manifestation of a state of mind.
    expression
    mask
    An object that one wears on the face to conceal or change appearance.
    masque

    Slang Meanings

    Head, in slang.
    He slammed his face against the wall.
    Il s'est cogné la face contre le mur.
    The face of a person often used in familiar expressions.
    Look at that face!
    Regarde cette face !