A1 Idiom Neutral

Face the music.

Accept consequences.

Meaning

To accept criticism or punishment for what you have done.

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Cultural Background

Common in corporate and school settings to encourage honesty. Used similarly, often with a slightly dry, ironic tone.

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Don't overthink it

It's just a way to say 'accept the consequences'.

Meaning

To accept criticism or punishment for what you have done.

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Don't overthink it

It's just a way to say 'accept the consequences'.

Test Yourself

Choose the correct meaning.

What does 'face the music' mean?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: To accept consequences

It is about accepting the results of your actions.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Choose the correct meaning. Choose A1

What does 'face the music' mean?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: To accept consequences

It is about accepting the results of your actions.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, it's just informal.

Related Phrases

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Bite the bullet

similar

To endure a painful situation.

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