How to Pronounce "take a hand in"
expression
TAYK uh HAND in
TAYK HAND in
Definition
To become actively involved in something, such as an activity, project, or situation, especially by helping or participating.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈteɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈhænd/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
British English
tˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /hˈænd/ /ˈɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAYK uh HAND in
UK
TAYK HAND in
Listen in Context
She decided to take a hand in planning the party.
Would you like to take a hand in this project?
Many parents take a hand in their children's homework.
If you want things to change, you need to take a hand in what goes on around here.