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Definition
To take over something from someone else and be in charge of it.
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How it's used
Implies a formal transition of power or authority, often used in business, organizational, or political contexts. It carries a sense of significant responsibility rather than just taking over a minor task. It is rarely used for casual or trivial chores.
Examples
After he took over the company, business improved a lot.
Are you ready to take over this department yet?
Related words
Common phrases
take over a company
take over full control
Common mistake
Do not use this for simply taking over a physical object or a small task, as it specifically refers to management or leadership roles.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
