Take office Meaning in English
expression
ˈteɪk/ /ˈɔfɪs
TAYK AW-fis
tˈeɪk/ /ˈɒfɪs
TAYK OF-iss
Definition
To officially begin a new position or job, especially a leadership role in government or an organization.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly formal; used for presidents, prime ministers, or high-level roles. Common with 'when' and dates: 'He took office in 2020.' Not used for everyday jobs.
Spanish: asumir el cargo - tomar posesiónPortuguese (BR): assumir o cargoPortuguese (PT): tomar posse - assumir funçõesChinese (Simplified): 就职Chinese (Traditional): 就職Hindi: पद ग्रहण करनाArabic: تولي المنصبBengali: দায়িত্ব গ্রহণ করাRussian: вступить в должностьJapanese: 就任するVietnamese: nhậm chứcKorean: 취임하다Turkish: göreve başlamakUrdu: عہدہ سنبھالناIndonesian: menjabat
Example Sentences
The new president will take office next month.
basic
She will take office as mayor on Monday.
basic
After the election, he was ready to take office.
basic
When a new leader takes office, there are often big changes.
natural
It took months of preparation before she could finally take office.
natural
He promised to lower taxes as soon as he took office.
natural