take reading (english) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech

"Take reading" is a verb phrase.

Phonetic Transcription

/take ˈrɪdɪŋ/

Meaning and Usage

The phrase "take reading" generally refers to the act of measuring or assessing something, particularly using a device or instrument—such as taking a reading from a thermometer, gauge, or meter. It is often used in technical, scientific, or practical contexts.

In English, "take reading" is more commonly used in written contexts, particularly in instructional, scientific, or technical materials. However, it may also appear in oral discussions, especially in educational or professional settings.

Example Sentences

• Before you proceed, make sure to take reading from the pressure gauge.
  (Antes de continuar, asegúrate de tomar la lectura del manómetro.)

• The technician was instructed to take reading of the temperature in the reactor.
  (Se le indicó al técnico que tomara la lectura de la temperatura en el reactor.)

• It’s crucial to take reading accurately during your experiments.
  (Es crucial tomar la lectura con precisión durante tus experimentos.)

Idiomatic Expressions

While "take reading" itself may not be widely featured in idiomatic expressions, its individual components may relate to several expressions in English. Here are a few idiomatic expressions that include the word "take":

• Take a break
  (Tomar un descanso)
  It's important to take a break when you're feeling overwhelmed.
  (Es importante tomar un descanso cuando te sientes abrumado.)

• Take someone's advice
  (Seguir el consejo de alguien)
  You should take my advice and save some money before buying a car.
  (Deberías seguir mi consejo y ahorrar algo de dinero antes de comprar un coche.)

• Take a chance
  (Tomar un riesgo)
  Sometimes you need to take a chance to achieve your dreams.
  (A veces tienes que tomar un riesgo para alcanzar tus sueños.)

• Take it easy
  (Tomárselo con calma)
  You’ve been working hard; it’s time to take it easy.
  (Has estado trabajando duro; es hora de tomártelo con calma.)

Etymology

The word "take" comes from Old English "tacan," which means "to grasp, seize." The word "reading" derives from Old English "ræding," meaning "interpretation," which originally referred to the act of interpreting texts or letters.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms:
- Measure - Gauge - Assess

Antonyms:
- Ignore - Overlook - Disregard