How to Pronounce "take a nap"
expression
ˈteɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈnæp
TAYK-uh-NAP
tˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /nˈæp
TAYK-uh-NAP
Definition
To sleep for a short time during the day, usually to rest and regain energy.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈteɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈnæp
British English
tˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /nˈæp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAYK-uh-NAP
UK
TAYK-uh-NAP
Listen in Context
I want to take a nap after lunch.
He usually takes a nap in the afternoon.
Babies need to take a nap during the day.
I'm so tired—I just need to take a nap and I'll be fine.