To pronounce "face-saving", say FAC-es-av-ing — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"face-saving" has 4 syllables: fac-es-av-ing. It rhymes with space-saving, if that helps it stick.
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"Face-saving" has 4 syllables: fac · es · av · ing.
Face-saving: That prevents loss of face and maintains one's dignity or prestige.
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