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VocabJLPT N1

face with no make-up

Noun

Definitions

1. face with no make-up
2. unpainted face
3. true face (of a country, celebrity, etc.)
4. sober face

This noun refers to one's natural, bare face without any makeup. It can also be used figuratively to mean someone's true, unguarded self or honest nature.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

It's not so bad to walk around town bare-faced every now and then.

Sentence 2

She's so confident going out without any makeup — I'm honestly jealous!

Sentence 3

I kind of hate how quickly I want to hide my bare face.

Sentence 4

She said, "Showing someone your bare face is a sign of trust."

Sentence 5

"Bold move, showing up without makeup," she said, sarcastically.