idioms using “take”

Take stock

Count inventory

“Kinuta-san is taking stock today so he won’t be able to attend the meeting.”

Take on

Assume responsibility for

“Usui-san didn’t want to take on the new project, but no one else was available.”

One’s take

One’s opinion, one’s impression

“You may not agree, but that’s my take on the situation.”

Take five

Begin a five-minute break

“The head chef said to take five before we start preparing the main course.”

Take up

To begin performing a new activity

“Ozawa-san decided to take up golf when he retired and has never regretted it.”