Take care
phrasal verb
To look after, protect or secure someone or something.
Please take care of my plants while I'm on vacation.
Often appears as...
- take care of yourself
- take care of business
verb phrase
To be conscious or vigilant; to exercise caution or prudence.
Take care when crossing the street at night.
Often appears as...
- take care when handling
- take care to avoid
phrase
Used to say goodbye or to wish someone good luck.
Ok then, see you tomorrow. Take care!
Often appears as...
- take care and goodbye
- see you later take care
Usage tips
Colloquial
phrasal verb
To look after, protect or secure someone or something.
Please take care of my plants while I'm on vacation.
Often appears as...
- take care of yourself
- take care of business
verb phrase
To be conscious or vigilant; to exercise caution or prudence.
Take care when crossing the street at night.
Often appears as...
- take care when handling
- take care to avoid
phrase
Used to say goodbye or to wish someone good luck.
Ok then, see you tomorrow. Take care!
Often appears as...
- take care and goodbye
- see you later take care
Usage tips
Colloquial
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Connection
Use 'take care' to show concern for someone's wellbeing in a sincere and personal way.
You've been working too hard. Take care of yourself.
Pro Tip 2/3Responsibility Hint
'Take care of' often implies that you're entrusting someone with a responsibility you believe they can handle.
Can you take care of the dog while I'm away?
Pro Tip 3/3Long-term Commitment
Using 'take care of' can suggest a longer period of attention, not just a one-time action.
She takes care of her elderly parents every day.
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Connection
Use 'take care' to show concern for someone's wellbeing in a sincere and personal way.
You've been working too hard. Take care of yourself.
Pro Tip 2/3Responsibility Hint
'Take care of' often implies that you're entrusting someone with a responsibility you believe they can handle.
Can you take care of the dog while I'm away?
Pro Tip 3/3Long-term Commitment
Using 'take care of' can suggest a longer period of attention, not just a one-time action.
She takes care of her elderly parents every day.
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Connection
Use 'take care' to show concern for someone's wellbeing in a sincere and personal way.
You've been working too hard. Take care of yourself.
Pro Tip 2/3Responsibility Hint
'Take care of' often implies that you're entrusting someone with a responsibility you believe they can handle.
Can you take care of the dog while I'm away?
Pro Tip 3/3Long-term Commitment
Using 'take care of' can suggest a longer period of attention, not just a one-time action.
She takes care of her elderly parents every day.
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