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UK//teɪk ɔːf//US//teɪk ɔf//

Meaning of Take off

To remove something or for an aircraft to leave the ground.

In simple words: To remove something or to leave the ground.

Take off in a sentence

  • Please take off your shoes before entering the house.
  • The flight will take off at 3 PM from Gate 5.
  • She decided to take off her makeup after the party.
  • As the sun began to rise, the hot air balloon started to take off.
  • The car took off quickly as soon as the light turned green.
  • It’s time to take off for our vacation; the taxi is waiting.

How to use Take off

Use 'take off' in both casual and formal situations. For clothes, it’s more informal. For airplanes, it's neutral.

Grammar pattern

take off + object (e.g., clothes, shoes) or standalone (e.g., an airplane)

Memory hint

'Take off' can be remembered as 'take away and fly,' like a plane leaving the ground.

Related words

Collocations with Take off

  • take off clothes
  • take off shoes
  • take off time
  • take off flight
  • take off quickly

Synonyms for Take off

Common mistakes with Take off

  • Confused with 'take out', which means to remove something from a place.
  • Not distinguishing between literal (plane taking off) and figurative (hurry away) meanings.
  • Using 'take off' without an object when it requires one.

Compare Take off with Remove, Depart, Getaway

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Frequently asked questions about Take off

What does Take off mean?

To remove something or to leave the ground.

What is the definition of Take off?

To remove something or for an aircraft to leave the ground.

How do you use Take off in a sentence?

Please take off your shoes before entering the house.

Can you give another example of Take off?

The flight will take off at 3 PM from Gate 5.

What are synonyms for Take off?

Common alternatives include remove, depart, ascend, lift off, get away.

What words go with Take off?

It commonly pairs with take off clothes, take off shoes, take off time, take off flight, take off quickly.

What are common mistakes when using Take off?

Confused with 'take out', which means to remove something from a place. Not distinguishing between literal (plane taking off) and figurative (hurry away) meanings. Using 'take off' without an object when it requires one.

How do you pronounce Take off?

US: //teɪk ɔf//, UK: //teɪk ɔːf//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Take off?

Use 'take off' in both casual and formal situations. For clothes, it’s more informal. For airplanes, it's neutral.