English · Common Verbs
making
/ˈmeɪkɪŋ/
[/ˈmeɪkɪŋ/]
present participle of make
Beginnerverb
Definition
Present participle of 'make': creating, building, or causing something, happening now.
Example
He is making dinner for the whole family tonight while listening to his favorite music.
He is making dinner for the whole family tonight while listening to his favorite music.
Etymology
From Old English 'macian' (to make) plus the '-ing' ending.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in continuous tenses for ongoing action.