How to Pronounce Take

To pronounce "take", say TAK-e — 2 syllables, IPA /teɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/teɪk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “take”

"take" has 2 syllables: tak-e. It rhymes with break and opaque, if that helps it stick.

What does take mean?

noun

  1. The or an act of taking.
  2. Something that is taken; a haul.

verb

  1. To get into one's hands, possession or control, with or without force.

    “I'll take that plate off the table.”

  2. To receive or accept (something) (especially something given or bestowed, awarded, etc).

    “The camera takes 35mm film.”

Synonyms

captureconquerseizeingestswallowbeatconfiscate

Antonyms

givebringdrop

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Words that rhyme with take

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

breakopaqueforsakeacheslakeheartachemakeundertakeshakefakekeepsakewake

Related words

undergoholdgetacquireconveysubmit

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "take"?▾

"Take" has 2 syllables: tak · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "take"?▾

The IPA transcription of "take" is /teɪk/.

What does "take" mean?▾

Take: The or an act of taking.

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