Take place Meaning in English
expression
ˈteɪk/ /ˈpɫeɪs
TAYK PLAYS
tˈeɪk/ /plˈeɪs
TAYK PLAYS
Definition
To happen, especially as planned or scheduled; to occur at a certain time or place.
Usage & Nuances
Primarily used in formal or neutral contexts for events, meetings, or incidents. Not used for physical movement (use 'happen' or 'occur' in less formal situations). Often found in passive constructions: 'The ceremony will take place at noon.'
Spanish: ocurrir - tener lugar - sucederPortuguese (BR): acontecer - acontecer (evento) - ocorrerPortuguese (PT): acontecer - ocorrer - ter lugarChinese (Simplified): 发生 - 举行Chinese (Traditional): 發生 - 舉行Hindi: घटित होना - होनाArabic: يحدث - يجريBengali: ঘটা - অনুষ্ঠিত হওয়াRussian: происходить - состоятьсяJapanese: 行われる - 開催されるVietnamese: diễn raKorean: 일어나다 - 개최되다Turkish: gerçekleşmek - yapılmakUrdu: وقوع پانا - منعقد ہوناIndonesian: terjadi - berlangsung
Example Sentences
The meeting will take place at 3 p.m.
basic
The concert will take place in the park.
basic
When did the accident take place?
basic
Nobody knows where the discussion will take place yet.
natural
Many changes have taken place in this city over the years.
natural
The ceremony will take place rain or shine.
natural