Pronunciation: [hˌavɪŋ ˈɛɡ ˌɒn fˈe͡ɪs] (IPA) 
The phrase "having egg on face" means to be embarrassed or ashamed as a result of a mistake or error. It is often spelled with the ending "face," but it can also be spelled as "having egg on one's face." The pronunciation of this phrase includes the stressed syllables "egg" and "face," with the vowel sounds being /ɛ/ and /eɪ/ respectively. The IPA transcription for "having egg on face" is /ˈhævɪŋ ɛɡ ɒn feɪs/.
Having egg on your face is an idiomatic expression used to describe a person who feels embarrassed, humiliated, or exposed due to a mistake, failure, or unforeseen consequence of their actions or statements. The phrase originates from the literal act of having egg on one's face, which symbolizes being marked or tainted with something unappealing or embarrassing.
When someone has egg on their face, it means they have made a blunder or error that has caused them to lose face or credibility. The mistake or misjudgment may be of varying degrees, ranging from a minor embarrassment to a major professional or social setback. The person experiencing this feeling is often publicly ridiculed or scorned, and their reputation may be damaged.
This expression is commonly used in informal contexts, such as social gatherings, workplaces, or in the media, to describe situations where someone finds themselves in an awkward or uncomfortable position due to their own actions. It can also be used to describe someone who has been caught lying or deceitful, resulting in humiliation.
Having egg on your face implies a sense of shame, regret, or remorse for one's actions. The phrase emphasizes the visual impact of the embarrassment, as if the individual had literally gotten egg on their face and was consequently being subjected to public ridicule.
