How to Pronounce "take aim at"
expression
ˈteɪk/ /ˈeɪm/ /ˈæt
TAYK AYM AT
tˈeɪk/ /ˈeɪm/ /ˈæt
TAYK AYM AT
Definition
To point a weapon, object, or criticism at a target or person in order to hit or attack it. Used both for physical aiming and for criticizing someone or something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈteɪk/ /ˈeɪm/ /ˈæt
British English
tˈeɪk/ /ˈeɪm/ /ˈæt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAYK AYM AT
UK
TAYK AYM AT
Listen in Context
The soldier takes aim at the target during training.
Before shooting, she takes aim at the basket.
The newspaper takes aim at companies that pollute the air.
Politicians often take aim at their rivals in debates.