Phrase: "take around"
Part of Speech: Verb phrase
IPA: /teɪk əˈraʊnd/
"Take around" generally means to accompany someone to show or introduce them to different places or people. It can also imply giving a tour or showing someone the surroundings. This phrase is conversational and frequently used in both oral and written contexts. It can often be found in informal conversations.
"Take around" is moderately common in spoken English, especially in contexts involving social interactions or tour guiding. It is less common in formal written English.
"Can you take around my friend when he visits the city?"
"¿Puedes llevar a mi amigo cuando visite la ciudad?"
"I will take around the new employee to meet the team."
"Llevaré al nuevo empleado a conocer al equipo."
"She decided to take around her parents during their holiday."
"Decidió llevar a sus padres durante sus vacaciones."
The phrase "take around" can appear in various idiomatic expressions and contexts. Below are some examples:
"Take someone around town"
"I will take you around town to show you the best spots."
"Te llevaré por la ciudad para mostrarte los mejores lugares."
"Take around the world"
"He dreams of taking his family around the world on a grand tour."
"Sueña con llevar a su familia alrededor del mundo en un gran tour."
"Take someone for a ride" (contextually similar)
"Don’t let them take you for a ride; always check the details."
"No dejes que te engañen; siempre revisa los detalles."
"Take around the block"
"Let’s take the dog around the block for some fresh air."
"Vamos a llevar al perro alrededor de la manzana para tomar un poco de aire fresco."
The verb "take" comes from Old English "tacan," which means to grasp, seize, or receive. The adverb "around" derives from the Old English "around," meaning in a circle or a surrounding manner. Together, "take around" combines the act of taking something with the notion of encompassing or surrounding.