How to Pronounce "take your life"
expression
TAYK-yer-LYFE
TAYK-yaw-LYFE
Definition
To end your own life on purpose; it is a formal or sensitive way to talk about suicide.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈteɪk/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈɫaɪf
British English
tˈeɪk/ /jˈɔː/ /lˈaɪf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAYK-yer-LYFE
UK
TAYK-yaw-LYFE
Listen in Context
He felt so sad that he wanted to take his life.
If you ever feel like you want to take your life, talk to someone you trust.
The article discussed why some people take their life.
It surprised everyone to learn he tried to take his life after losing his job.