Word
making
Phoneticsmak·ing, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈmeɪkɪŋ/
UK/mˈeɪkɪŋ/
Definitions
01the process of creating
B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the act or process of producing or creating something.
n. the act of forming, causing, or constituting something; often used in compound nouns to describe production.
日本語:作り※
“The making of the film took over three years from start to finish.”
“The documentary provides a fascinating look into the making of the album, capturing the tension between the band members during the recording sessions.”
Usage
Often appears in the phrase 'the making of'.
Synonyms
Antonyms
02potential for success
B2 · Upper Intermediate Plural noun
n. the qualities or skills needed to become something great in the future.
n. the essential qualities or ingredients required for the development or success of something.
“The coach said that the young player has the makings of a champion.”
“The sudden increase in venture capital and local talent has all the makings of a major tech boom in the region.”
Usage
Almost always used in the plural form 'makings' followed by 'of'.
Synonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “making” in context.
Verb
01. be years in the making
“The scientist's groundbreaking discovery was ten years in the making.”
verb + noun + prep + noun
02. have the making of a leader
“The coach believes that the young captain has the making of a leader.”
verb + noun + of + noun
Adjective
03. decision making
“Effective decision making is a crucial skill for any successful manager.”
adj + noun
Noun
04. process of making
“The documentary shows the complex process of making a feature film.”
noun + of + noun
05. making sure
06. making decisions
07. making life
08. making his debut
09. making appearances
10. making music
11. making companies
12. making each appointment
Real-World Examples
“For many people in Spain, neighbouring Portugal is a fairly short drive away, making it perfect for a summer holiday short break during any long weekend or holiday period.” “For example, many banks have pulled out of rural regions making it even more difficult for people who can’t access it online or have access to cash.” “For centuries, people had wondered whether life exists on the moon or Mars, but they accepted that we would never know for certain, since making contact with another planet was impossible.” “There was no television, and she spent her time reading and making lists of the Knights of the Round Table.” Etymology
From Middle English making, from Old English macung (“making”), equivalent to make + -ing. Cognate with dated Dutch making (“making”), Old High German machunga.
From make + -ing.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
VERB
NOUN
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Very common
- Level
- B2 · Upper IntermediateOxford
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