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VocabJLPT N2

face with no make-up

Noun

Definitions

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

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.