How to Pronounce "taking off"
expression
ˈteɪkɪŋ/ /ˈɔf
TAY-king AWF
tˈeɪkɪŋ/ /ˈɒf
TAY-king OF
Definition
'Taking off' can mean (1) an airplane leaving the ground and starting to fly, or (2) something (like an idea, product, or person) becoming suddenly popular or successful, or (3) a person leaving quickly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈteɪkɪŋ/ /ˈɔf
British English
tˈeɪkɪŋ/ /ˈɒf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAY-king AWF
UK
TAY-king OF
Listen in Context
The plane is taking off now.
The bird was taking off from the branch.
She is taking off her jacket before dinner.
This new band is really taking off!