How to Pronounce "take after"
expression
ˈteɪk/ /ˈæftɝ
TAYK AF-ter
tˈeɪk/ /ˈɑːftɐ
TAYK AHF-tuh
Definition
To resemble a family member, especially in personality, character, or physical appearance.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈteɪk/ /ˈæftɝ
British English
tˈeɪk/ /ˈɑːftɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAYK AF-ter
UK
TAYK AHF-tuh
Listen in Context
She takes after her father in height.
My brother takes after our mother in personality.
Do you take after your parents?
People say I take after my aunt when it comes to cooking.