How to Pronounce "take the liberty"
expression
TAYK thuh LIB-er-tee
TAYK thuh LIB-uh-tee
Definition
To do something, often without permission, that you think is acceptable, but may be seen as bold or presumptuous by others.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈteɪk/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈɫɪbɝˌti
British English
tˈeɪk/ /ðə, ði/ /lˈɪbəti
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAYK thuh LIB-er-tee
UK
TAYK thuh LIB-uh-tee
Listen in Context
I took the liberty of closing the window because it was cold.
She took the liberty of making us some tea.
Did you take the liberty of reading my letter?
If I may, I took the liberty of booking your hotel room already.