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Meaning of Why the long face
A question about why someone appears sad or upset.
In simple words: A phrase asking why someone looks sad or unhappy.
Why the long face in a sentence
- When I saw Tom at the party, I asked him, 'Why the long face?'
- 'Why the long face?' she inquired after noticing his silence.
- He always asks, 'Why the long face?' when he sees me looking down.
- Seeing her friend upset, she said, 'Why the long face? Everything okay?'
- After the bad news, his coworker gently asked, 'Why the long face?'
How to use Why the long face
Used in casual conversation to lighten the mood or show concern. May not be appropriate in formal settings.
Grammar pattern
standalone phrase
Memory hint
Imagine a horse with a very long face looking sad.
Related words
Collocations with Why the long face
- have a long face
- put on a long face
- look like you have a long face
Synonyms for Why the long face
- What's wrong?
- Why so glum?
- Why the sadness?
Common mistakes with Why the long face
- Using it in very formal contexts where it's too casual.
- Confusing it with other idioms about sadness.
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Frequently asked questions about Why the long face
What does Why the long face mean?
A phrase asking why someone looks sad or unhappy.
What is the definition of Why the long face?
A question about why someone appears sad or upset.
How do you use Why the long face in a sentence?
When I saw Tom at the party, I asked him, 'Why the long face?'
Can you give another example of Why the long face?
'Why the long face?' she inquired after noticing his silence.
What are synonyms for Why the long face?
Common alternatives include What's wrong?, Why so glum?, Why the sadness?.
What words go with Why the long face?
It commonly pairs with have a long face, put on a long face, look like you have a long face.
What are common mistakes when using Why the long face?
Using it in very formal contexts where it's too casual. Confusing it with other idioms about sadness.
How do you pronounce Why the long face?
US: //waɪ ðə lɔŋ feɪs//, UK: //waɪ ði lɒŋ feɪs//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Why the long face?
Used in casual conversation to lighten the mood or show concern. May not be appropriate in formal settings.