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English
Taking
ˈteɪkɪŋ
Very common
~ 1100
~ 1100
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
Taking -
to carry or move something from one place to another
Example: She was taking the boxes to the storage room.
Usage: formalContext: workplace, academic settings
Note: Commonly used in professional environments to indicate physical movement of objects.
to accept or receive something
Example: I'm taking the job offer.
Usage: formalContext: job interviews, formal agreements
Note: Used to indicate agreeing to or accepting something formally.
to ingest or consume food or drink
Example: I'm taking my coffee black today.
Usage: informalContext: casual conversations, dining out
Note: Commonly used in informal settings when referring to eating or drinking.
to capture or photograph something
Example: He enjoys taking pictures of nature.
Usage: informalContext: photography hobby, social media
Note: Informal usage related to photography or capturing images.
to endure or tolerate a situation
Example: I can't take this noise anymore.
Usage: informalContext: frustrating situations, complaints
Note: Used informally to express frustration or annoyance with a situation.
Taking's synonyms
taking
The act of acquiring, accepting, or capturing something.
Example: She is taking a break from work.
Note:
receiving
To be given or presented with something.
Example: He is receiving an award for his achievements.
Note: Receiving implies a passive action of getting something, while taking implies a more active role in acquiring something.
obtaining
To come into possession of something through effort or request.
Example: They are obtaining a permit for the construction.
Note: Obtaining emphasizes the effort or process involved in acquiring something, whereas taking can imply a more immediate action.
acquiring
To gain or come into possession of something.
Example: The company is acquiring a new software system.
Note: Acquiring is often used in formal or business contexts to denote the process of gaining something, while taking is more general.
Taking expressions, common phrases
Take a break
To stop what you are doing temporarily to rest or relax.
Example: I'm feeling tired, I need to take a break.
Note: The phrase 'take a break' adds the idea of resting or relaxing to the action of 'taking'.
Take it easy
To relax and not worry too much.
Example: Don't stress out, just take it easy.
Note: This phrase conveys a sense of relaxation and avoiding stress.
Take a look
To examine or inspect something briefly.
Example: Can you take a look at this document and let me know what you think?
Note: It implies a quick examination or inspection of something.
Take advantage of
To use an opportunity or situation to benefit oneself.
Example: You should take advantage of the discount before it expires.
Note: It suggests making the most of a favorable circumstance.
Take care
To be cautious or look after oneself.
Example: Take care of yourself while you're traveling.
Note: It is a way of expressing concern for someone's well-being.
Take the lead
To assume control or responsibility for guiding others.
Example: She decided to take the lead in organizing the event.
Note: It signifies being at the forefront or in a leading position.
Take a chance
To risk trying something uncertain or risky.
Example: I'm not sure if it will work, but I'll take a chance.
Note: It involves taking a risk or trying something with an uncertain outcome.
Take something for granted
To not appreciate something or someone properly and assume it will always be there.
Example: Don't take your friends for granted; appreciate them.
Note: It implies valuing something less than it deserves or not recognizing its true worth.
Taking everyday (slang) expressions
Take a rain check
To postpone a plan or invitation to a later time.
Example: I can't make it tonight, can I take a rain check?
Note: It implies the postponement of a specific event or activity rather than just 'taking' a break or rest.
Take five
To take a short break, typically for five minutes.
Example: Let's take five and grab a coffee before we continue.
Note: It indicates a short rest period, usually for a specific duration, like five minutes.
Take the edge off
To reduce the intensity or severity of something, especially stress or anxiety.
Example: A cup of tea always helps to take the edge off a stressful day.
Note: It refers to easing or lessening a feeling or situation rather than physically 'taking' something.
Take a hike
To leave or go away, often used as a dismissive or rude way to ask someone to leave.
Example: I've had enough of your complaints, why don't you take a hike?
Note: It is a figurative way of asking someone to leave, compared to the literal act of 'taking' a walk or hike.
Take it or leave it
Accept this offer as it is or reject it, there are no other options.
Example: This is the final offer, take it or leave it.
Note: It presents a binary choice of acceptance or rejection without negotiation, unlike the original sense of 'taking' something.
Take the plunge
To finally commit to a significant decision or action, often involving risk or change.
Example: After years of saving up, they finally decided to take the plunge and buy a house.
Note: It suggests making a bold decision or taking a big step, different from the literal act of 'taking' something.
Take a back seat
To take a less important or prominent role in a situation or activity.
Example: I'm happy to let you take the lead this time; I'll just take a back seat and support you.
Note: It implies stepping into a less active or visible role, contrasting with the action of 'taking' a physical seat.
Taking - Examples
Taking candy from a baby is not a good thing to do.
The taking of the city by the enemy was unexpected.
She refused to sign for the taking of the package.
Taking grammar
Taking - Verb (Verb) / Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle)
Lemma: take
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): takes
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): take
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): took
Verb, past participle (Verb, past participle): taken
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): taking
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): takes
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): take
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): take
Syllables, Separation and Stress
taking Contains 1 syllables: take
Phonetic transcription: ˈtāk
take , ˈtāk (The red syllable is stressed)
Taking - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
taking: ~ 1100 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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