How to Pronounce "take up"
expression
ˈteɪk/ /ˈəp
TAYK-uhp
tˈeɪk/ /ˈʌp
TAYK-up
Definition
To begin doing an activity or hobby, to fill or occupy space or time, or to accept a task or responsibility.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈteɪk/ /ˈəp
British English
tˈeɪk/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAYK-uhp
UK
TAYK-up
Listen in Context
I want to take up tennis this year.
That sofa takes up a lot of space in the room.
She decided to take up a new job.
I might take up yoga to relax after work.