How to Pronounce "take a lot out of"
expression
TAYK-uh-LOT-owt-uhv
TAYK-uh-LOT-owt-ov
Definition
If something takes a lot out of someone, it makes them feel very tired, weak, or exhausted, usually because it is difficult, stressful, or uses a lot of energy.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈteɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɫɑt/, /ˈɫɔt/ /ˈaʊt/ /ˈəv
British English
tˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /lˈɒt/ /ˈaʊt/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAYK-uh-LOT-owt-uhv
UK
TAYK-uh-LOT-owt-ov
Listen in Context
Running up the mountain really took a lot out of me.
The exam yesterday took a lot out of her.
Traveling for work often takes a lot out of people.
Giving that long speech really took a lot out of him.