How to Pronounce Takes

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/teɪks/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “takes”

"takes" has 2 syllables: tak-es. It rhymes with stakes and mistakes, if that helps it stick.

What does takes 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

Words that rhyme with takes

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

stakesmistakesmakesundertakesjakesbreakssnakesrakessnowflakesheadachesstrakessweepstakes

Related words

undergoholdgetacquireconveysubmit

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "takes"?▾

"Takes" has 2 syllables: tak · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "takes"?▾

The IPA transcription of "takes" is /teɪks/.

What does "takes" mean?▾

Takes: The or an act of taking.

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