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Word Forms of “Face”

The front part of your head where your eyes, nose, and mouth are located.

Word Family of Face

Some English words keep the same spelling as a noun and a verb. Context tells you which form is being used.

What is the noun of face? — face

face

What is the verb of face? — face

face

How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence

  • She has a beautiful face with a bright smile. A2
  • He washed his face with cold water this morning. A1
  • I could not see his face because he turned away. A1

Origin and Word Formation of Face

From Old French 'face'; from Latin 'facies' meaning appearance or form.

Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Face

What are the word forms of “face”?

The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.

What part of speech is “face”?

“face” is primarily a noun. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.

Can “face” be both a noun and a verb?

Yes. Some words keep the same spelling across parts of speech; the surrounding sentence shows the function.

Where does “face” come from?

From Old French 'face'; from Latin 'facies' meaning appearance or form.

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