How to Pronounce "take on"
expression
ˈteɪk/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
TAYK-ahn or TAYK-awn
tˈeɪk/ /ˈɒn
TAYK-on
Definition
To accept a job, responsibility, task, or challenge. It can also mean to face someone in a competition or conflict.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈteɪk/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
tˈeɪk/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAYK-ahn or TAYK-awn
UK
TAYK-on
Listen in Context
She will take on a new project at work.
Are you ready to take on this challenge?
We cannot take on more work right now.
He was eager to take on extra responsibilities to prove himself.