How to Pronounce "take in hand"
expression
TAYK in HAND
TAYK in HAND
Definition
To begin to deal with something or take control of a situation, often when something needs to be managed or improved.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈteɪk/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈhænd
British English
tˈeɪk/ /ˈɪn/ /hˈænd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAYK in HAND
UK
TAYK in HAND
Listen in Context
I will take in hand the project starting next week.
She decided to take in hand the problem herself.
After months of delay, he had to take in hand the situation.
The coach really needs to take in hand the team before things get worse.