How to Pronounce "taking care of business"
expression
TAY-king KAIR uhv BIZ-nuss
TAY-king KAIR uhv BIZ-nuss
Definition
Doing what needs to be done, especially solving problems or fulfilling responsibilities in work or daily life. Sometimes used informally to show someone is being effective and responsible.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈteɪkɪŋ/ /ˈkɛɹ/ /ˈəv/ /ˈbɪznəs/, /ˈbɪznɪs
British English
tˈeɪkɪŋ/ /kˈeə/ /ˈɒv/ /bˈɪznəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAY-king KAIR uhv BIZ-nuss
UK
TAY-king KAIR uhv BIZ-nuss
Listen in Context
He's taking care of business at the office today.
She was busy taking care of business all morning.
Are you taking care of business at home while I'm away?
Don’t worry, I’m taking care of business—everything’s under control.