pokerface

[US]/[ˈpɒkərˌfeɪs]/
[UK]/[ˈpɑːkərˌfeɪs]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.An expressionless or deliberately impassive face, especially one used to conceal one's true feelings or intentions in a game of poker.; A person who maintains an impassive expression.
v.To maintain an impassive expression, especially to conceal one's true feelings or intentions.
adj.Having a poker face; impassive.

Phrases & Collocations

pokerface expression

keeping a pokerface

pokerface demeanor

put on a pokerface

practiced pokerface

with a pokerface

pokerface master

pokerface calm

showed pokerface

perfect pokerface

Example Sentences

she maintained a pokerface throughout the tense negotiation.

he tried to read her, but she had a perfect pokerface.

the pokerface helped him bluff successfully in the game.

despite being nervous, she wore a pokerface.

his pokerface was so good, it was unsettling.

she hid her excitement behind a pokerface.

the pokerface is a useful skill in many situations.

he adopted a pokerface to conceal his disappointment.

she practiced her pokerface in front of the mirror.

the pokerface allowed him to remain calm under pressure.

don't give away your hand; maintain a pokerface.

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