Word
taking
Phoneticstak·ing, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈteɪkɪŋ/
UK/tˈeɪkɪŋ/
Definitions
01money earned
B2 · Upper Intermediate Plural noun British English
n. the amount of money a shop or business receives during a certain time.
n. the amount of money received by a business, such as a shop or theatre, over a specific period. Usually used in the plural form 'takings'.
“The shop's daily takings were much higher than usual during the summer sale.”
“Despite the rainy weather, the weekend takings at the box office exceeded the studio's initial projections.”
Usage
Usually plural in this sense.
02the act of getting
B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the act of grabbing, receiving, or capturing something.
n. the act or process of acquiring, seizing, or accepting something.
“The taking of the city happened quickly after the army arrived.”
“The illegal taking of private property for public use remains a highly controversial legal issue in this jurisdiction.”
Synonyms
03attractive
C1 · Advanced Literary
adj. having a quality that makes people like you or find you attractive.
adj. possessing an attractive or charming quality that wins favor or interest.
“She had a very taking smile that made everyone feel welcome.”
“The young diplomat possessed a taking manner that allowed him to navigate difficult social circles with ease.”
Antonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “taking” in context.
Word family
VERB
NOUN
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Very common
- Level
- B1 · Intermediate
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