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UK//juː teɪk ɒn ðə rɪˌspɒnsəˈbɪlɪti//US//ju teɪk ɑn ði rɪˌspɑnsəˈbɪlɪti//

Meaning of You take on the responsibility

You assume a duty or obligation to do something.

In simple words: You accept the duty to do something.

You take on the responsibility in a sentence

  • When you start a new job, you take on the responsibility of meeting deadlines.
  • It's important that you take on the responsibility of leading the project.
  • She decided to take on the responsibility of caring for her younger siblings.
  • In a team, each member should take on the responsibility to contribute.
  • He was nervous to take on the responsibility of organizing the event.

How to use You take on the responsibility

Used in both formal and informal contexts. Avoid in very casual conversations; reserve for discussions about work or commitments.

Grammar pattern

take on + object

Memory hint

Think of 'take a loan' — you're taking on something important.

Related words

Collocations with You take on the responsibility

  • take on a challenge
  • take on new roles
  • take on duties
  • take on projects
  • take on liability

Synonyms for You take on the responsibility

Opposites of You take on the responsibility

Common mistakes with You take on the responsibility

  • Confused with 'take off' which has a different meaning
  • Using 'took on' incorrectly for ongoing responsibilities instead of past
  • Omitting 'the responsibility' and leaving it vague

Compare You take on the responsibility with Undertake, Shoulder

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Frequently asked questions about You take on the responsibility

What does You take on the responsibility mean?

You accept the duty to do something.

What is the definition of You take on the responsibility?

You assume a duty or obligation to do something.

How do you use You take on the responsibility in a sentence?

When you start a new job, you take on the responsibility of meeting deadlines.

Can you give another example of You take on the responsibility?

It's important that you take on the responsibility of leading the project.

What are synonyms for You take on the responsibility?

Common alternatives include accept responsibility, undertake, assume duty, take responsibility, shoulder.

What is the opposite of You take on the responsibility?

Opposite meanings include neglect, reject, shirk.

What words go with You take on the responsibility?

It commonly pairs with take on a challenge, take on new roles, take on duties, take on projects, take on liability.

What are common mistakes when using You take on the responsibility?

Confused with 'take off' which has a different meaning Using 'took on' incorrectly for ongoing responsibilities instead of past Omitting 'the responsibility' and leaving it vague

How do you pronounce You take on the responsibility?

US: //ju teɪk ɑn ði rɪˌspɑnsəˈbɪlɪti//, UK: //juː teɪk ɒn ðə rɪˌspɒnsəˈbɪlɪti//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use You take on the responsibility?

Used in both formal and informal contexts. Avoid in very casual conversations; reserve for discussions about work or commitments.