Face
/feɪs/noun
The front part of a person's head, featuring the eyes, nose, and mouth.
Did you know?In ancient cultures, the face was often seen as a reflection of one's soul and character, believed to hold power in rituals and divination.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*dheghom
“to show or to appear, suggesting a surface or presence.”
Latin
Latin
facies
“form, appearance, or face, often used to denote a surface or aspect.”
Old French
Old French
face
“the face or surface of something, maintaining the idea of appearance.”
Middle English
Middle English
face
“the front part of the head, retaining the connotation of appearance or facade.”
Modern English
English
face
“the front part of a person’s head, emphasizing both physical and metaphorical aspects.”