How to Pronounce "take pains over"
expression
TAYK PAYNZ OH-ver
TAYK PAYNZ OH-vuh
Definition
To do something with great care, attention, or effort, making sure even small details are done well.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈteɪk/ /ˈpeɪnz/ /ˈoʊvɝ
British English
tˈeɪk/ /pˈeɪnz/ /ˈəʊvɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAYK PAYNZ OH-ver
UK
TAYK PAYNZ OH-vuh
Listen in Context
She always takes pains over her homework.
He takes pains over every detail of the project.
Our chef takes pains over the presentation of each dish.
I really take pains over my emails to make sure they're polite and clear.