How to Pronounce "take up space"
expression
ˈteɪk/ /ˈəp/ /ˈspeɪs
TAYK-UP-SPAYS
tˈeɪk/ /ˈʌp/ /spˈeɪs
TAYK-UP-SPAYS
Definition
To occupy physical space or area, either literally (something large on a table) or figuratively (someone's presence is noticeable in a group).
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈteɪk/ /ˈəp/ /ˈspeɪs
British English
tˈeɪk/ /ˈʌp/ /spˈeɪs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAYK-UP-SPAYS
UK
TAYK-UP-SPAYS
Listen in Context
This sofa takes up space in the living room.
Your bag takes up space on the table.
Don’t take up space with empty boxes.
My plants are really starting to take up space on the balcony.