Mastering Phrasal Verbs with "Take"

Understanding Phrasal Verbs with "Take": Meanings and Examples

Learning phrasal verbs can significantly enhance your English skills, especially when it comes to verbs like "take" that form numerous useful expressions. This lesson will help you master phrasal verbs with "take," ensuring you can understand and use them effectively in various contexts.

Useful Vocabulary for Phrasal Verbs with "Take"

In this lesson, we will explore various phrasal verbs formed with "take." You'll learn their meanings, how to use them in sentences, and see numerous examples to help you grasp their usage. By the end of this lesson, you will be confident in using these phrasal verbs in your daily conversations and writings.

Our aim is to make learning these phrasal verbs easy and enjoyable. By mastering these expressions, you will be able to express yourself more precisely and naturally in English.

Main Content

Phrasal verbs are an integral part of English. Here are essential phrasal verbs with "take," their meanings, and examples of how to use them:

Starting a New Hobby

1. Take Up
   • Meaning: Start a new hobby.
   • Example: "Sam has taken up jogging. He likes it!"

Employing or Hiring

2. Take On
   • Meaning: To employ or hire.
   • Example: "Our company took on new workmen."

Gaining Control

3. Take Over
   • Meaning: Get control of something.
   • Example: "Our company was taken over by our rival."

Resembling Someone

4. Take After
   • Meaning: Resemble in character or appearance.
   • Example: "He takes after his father."

Returning Items

5. Take Back
   • Meaning: Return something to the place where it was bought.
   • Example: "I took that TV-set back."

Understanding Information

6. Take In
   • Meaning: To understand.
   • Example: "It was difficult to take in all he said."

Beginning Flight

7. Take Off
   • Meaning: To rise into the air or begin flight.
   • Example: "The plane took off on time."

Writing Down

8. Take Down
   • Meaning: Write down.
   • Example: "The students took down the lecture."

Additional Examples

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9. Take Apart

   • Meaning: Dismantle or separate into pieces.
   • Example: "He took the clock apart to fix it."

10. Take Up With

    • Meaning: Become friendly with.
    • Example: "She took up with a new group of friends."

11. Take Away

    • Meaning: Remove something.
    • Example: "The waiter took away our plates."

12. Take Back

    • Meaning: Retract a statement.
    • Example: "I take back what I said about him."

13. Take Off From

    • Meaning: Deduct from.
    • Example: "They took off ten percent from the total."

14. Take After

    • Meaning: Resemble in behaviour or appearance.
    • Example: "She takes after her mother in looks."

15. Take Against

    • Meaning: Develop a dislike for.
    • Example: "He took against his new colleague."

16. Take Aside

    • Meaning: Move someone away from others for a private talk.
    • Example: "She took him aside to discuss the matter."

17. Take In Hand

    • Meaning: Take control of or deal with.
    • Example: "She took the project in hand and completed it."

18. Take In Stride

    • Meaning: Deal with something difficult in a calm way.
    • Example: "She took the criticism in stride."

19. Take In

    • Meaning: Deceive or trick.
    • Example: "Don't be taken in by his lies."

20. Take Off (Informal)

    • Meaning: Become successful or popular quickly.
    • Example: "Her career took off after the release of her hit single."

21. Take On Board

    • Meaning: Consider or accept new information or ideas.
    • Example: "We need to take on board the feedback from our customers."

22. Take Out

    • Meaning: Remove or extract.
    • Example: "He took out his phone from his pocket."

23. Take Out (Informal)

    • Meaning: Invite someone out.
    • Example: "He took her out to dinner."

24. Take Over (Informal)

    • Meaning: Assume control or responsibility.
    • Example: "She took over the meeting when the manager left."

25. Take To

    • Meaning: Develop a liking for.
    • Example: "He took to his new job immediately."

26. Take Up With (Informal)

    • Meaning: Begin an association with.
    • Example: "He took up with the wrong crowd."

27. Take Up Arms

    • Meaning: Prepare to fight.
    • Example: "The villagers took up arms against the invaders."

28. Take Up (Space)

    • Meaning: Occupy space.
    • Example: "The new sofa takes up too much room."

29. Take To Heart

    • Meaning: Take something seriously or be affected by it.
    • Example: "She took the criticism to heart."

30. Take Under Wing

    • Meaning: Mentor or protect someone.
    • Example: "She took the new employee under her wing."

31. Take for Granted

    • Meaning: Assume something is true without questioning it.
    • Example: "He took his family's support for granted."

32. Take for a Ride

    • Meaning: Deceive or cheat someone.
    • Example: "The salesman took him for a ride."

33. Take in (Clothing)

    • Meaning: Make clothing smaller.
    • Example: "I need to take in this dress."

34. Take on (Work)

    • Meaning: Accept more work or responsibility.
    • Example: "She took on additional projects to help the team."

35. Take off (Price)

    • Meaning: Reduce the price of something.
    • Example: "They took off twenty percent during the sale."

36. Take up (Issue)

    • Meaning: Begin to discuss or deal with an issue.
    • Example: "They took up the matter in the meeting."

37. Take it Out on Someone

    • Meaning: Misplace one's anger onto someone else.
    • Example: "Don't take it out on me just because you're upset."

38. Take in (Scenery)

    • Meaning: Observe or enjoy the view.
    • Example: "We took in the beautiful scenery during our hike."

39. Take Charge

    • Meaning: Assume control or responsibility.
    • Example: "She took charge of the project."

40. Take Leave of

    • Meaning: Say goodbye to.
    • Example: "He took leave of his friends before moving abroad."

41. Take Out (Subscription)

    • Meaning: Arrange and pay for a subscription.
    • Example: "He took out a subscription to the magazine."

42. Take Aback

    • Meaning: Surprise or shock.
    • Example: "She was taken aback by the news."

43. Take on (Challenges)

    • Meaning: Confront or tackle challenges.
    • Example: "She is ready to take on new challenges at work."

44. Take Off (Weight)

    • Meaning: Lose weight.
    • Example: "He took off ten pounds with a new diet."

45. Take Place

    • Meaning: Happen or occur.
    • Example: "The meeting will take place at 3 PM."

46. Take Time

    • Meaning: Spend time doing something.
    • Example: "She took time to explain the process."

47. Take Up With (Problem)

    • Meaning: Discuss or deal with a problem.
    • Example: "I will take up the issue with the manager."

48. Take Out (Insurance)

    • Meaning: Arrange and pay for insurance.
    • Example: "She took out travel insurance before her trip."

49. Take a Break

    • Meaning: Pause or rest for a short period.
    • Example: "Let's take a break and continue later."

50. Take a Deep Breath

    • Meaning: Breathe deeply to relax or prepare.
    • Example: "Take a deep breath before you start your speech."

51. Take a Chance

    • Meaning: Attempt something risky.
    • Example: "He decided to take a chance on the new investment."

52. Take a Look

    • Meaning: Examine or inspect something.
    • Example: "Take a look at this document and let me know your thoughts."

53. Take Notice

    • Meaning: Pay attention to something.
    • Example: "She took notice of the changes in the report."

54. Take Part in

    • Meaning: Participate in an activity.
    • Example: "He will take part in the competition."

55. Take a Seat

    • Meaning: Sit down.
    • Example: "Please take a seat and wait for your turn."

56. Take a Stab at

    • Meaning: Attempt or try something.
    • Example: "I'll take a stab at solving this problem."

57. Take the Lead

    • Meaning: Assume leadership or initiative.
    • Example: "She took the lead in organising the event."

58. Take Turns

    • Meaning: Alternate in doing something.
    • Example: "They took turns driving during the trip."

59. Take Advantage of

    • Meaning: Use an opportunity to gain benefit.
    • Example: "Take advantage of the sale to get good deals."

60. Take Measures

    • Meaning: Take action to achieve a goal.
    • Example: "We need to take measures to reduce costs."

61. Take a Toll

    • Meaning: Have a negative effect.
    • Example: "The stress began to take a toll on her health."

62. Take for a Walk

    • Meaning: Walk with someone or something.
    • Example: "He took the dog for a walk."

63. Take Off (Success)

    • Meaning: Become successful quickly.
    • Example: "The business took off after the new product launch."

64. Take It Easy

    • Meaning: Relax and not stress.
    • Example: "Take it easy and enjoy your holiday."

65. Take by Surprise

    • Meaning: Surprise someone.
    • Example: "The announcement took everyone by surprise."

66. Take as Read

    • Meaning: Assume something is understood.
    • Example: "Let's take it as read that everyone agrees."

67. Take Sides

    • Meaning: Support one person or group.
    • Example: "Try not to take sides in their argument."

68. Take a Stand

    • Meaning: Adopt a firm position on an issue.
    • Example: "It's time to take a stand on this matter."

69. Take Up Arms

    • Meaning: Prepare for conflict or war.
    • Example: "The citizens took up arms against the invaders."

70. Take Under Advisement

    • Meaning: Consider something carefully.
    • Example: "We'll take your suggestion under advisement."

71. Take the Blame

    • Meaning: Accept responsibility for something.
    • Example: "She took the blame for the mistake."

72. Take a Hit

    • Meaning: Experience a loss or negative impact.
    • Example: "The company took a hit in the stock market."

73. Take Root

    • Meaning: Become established.
    • Example: "The new policy began to take root across the organisation."

74. Take the Initiative

    • Meaning: Act independently and take charge.
    • Example: "He took the initiative to start the project."

75. Take the Heat

    • Meaning: Endure criticism or pressure.
    • Example: "She took the heat for the team's failure."

76. Take the Plunge

    • Meaning: Commit to a significant action.
    • Example: "They took the plunge and got married."

77. Take Issue with

    • Meaning: Disagree or dispute something.
    • Example: "I take issue with your conclusion."

78. Take the Cake

    • Meaning: Be the most remarkable or foolish.
    • Example: "His behaviour takes the cake!"

79. Take Stock of

    • Meaning: Review and assess something.
    • Example: "Let's take stock of our progress so far."

80. Take the Edge Off

    • Meaning: Reduce the intensity of something.
    • Example: "A cup of tea will take the edge off your anxiety."

81. Take to the Streets

    • Meaning: Protest or demonstrate publicly.
    • Example: "People took to the streets to demand justice."

82. Take a Dive

    • Meaning: Fall rapidly in value.
    • Example: "The stock prices took a dive."

Summary and Takeaways

Lesson Overview

This lesson on phrasal verbs with "take" covered various expressions, their meanings, and examples of usage. The goal was to help you understand and use these common phrasal verbs confidently in everyday conversations.

Key Phrases Learnt

You have learnt over 80 key phrasal verbs with "take," such as "take up," "take on," "take off," and many more. These phrases are essential for effective communication in English.

Practice Exercises

To reinforce your learning, practice using these phrasal verbs in sentences or write short paragraphs incorporating them. Additionally, listen to English media and pay attention to how these phrasal verbs are used in context.

Tips for Remembering

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