How to Pronounce "take root"
expression
ˈteɪk/ /ˈɹut
TAYK ROOT
tˈeɪk/ /ɹˈuːt
TAYK ROOT
Definition
To begin to grow and develop successfully in a place, like a plant starting to grow roots. Used for both literal (plants) and figurative (ideas, behaviors, cultures) situations.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈteɪk/ /ˈɹut
British English
tˈeɪk/ /ɹˈuːt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAYK ROOT
UK
TAYK ROOT
Listen in Context
The tree will take root if you water it every day.
It took some time for the idea to take root in the community.
After planting, wait for the grass to take root.
New habits are hard to take root without motivation.