How to Pronounce "take a new turn"
expression
TAYK uh NOO TURN
TAYK uh NYOO TERN
Definition
To change direction, circumstances, or the progress of a situation in a significant or unexpected way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈteɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈnju/, /ˈnu/ /ˈtɝn
British English
tˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /njˈuː/ /tˈɜːn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAYK uh NOO TURN
UK
TAYK uh NYOO TERN
Listen in Context
The story began simply, but soon it took a new turn.
After the accident, his life took a new turn.
Our conversation took a new turn when he mentioned his travels.
Just when I thought everything was settled, things took a new turn.