How to Pronounce "taken"
word
/ˈteɪkən/
TAYK-uhn
/tˈeɪkən/
TAYK-uhn
Definition
'Taken' is the past participle of 'take.' It means something has been captured, received, used, or occupied. It can also mean someone is in a romantic relationship.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈteɪkən/
British English
/tˈeɪkən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAYK-uhn
UK
TAYK-uhn
Listen in Context
The cookies have all been taken.
My seat was already taken when I arrived.
She has taken my pencil.
Sorry, I'm taken — I'm in a relationship.