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takeoff

Pronunciation: [ˈteɪkˌɔf]

Word

Learn how to use takeoff in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “aviation”

(noun) the moment when an airplane leaves the ground and starts to fly. It’s like when a bird jumps into the air and starts soaring.

Example

The takeoff was smooth, and everyone felt excited as the plane lifted off.

Example

The takeoff was delayed because of bad weather, and we had to wait at the gate.

Example

What time is our flight's takeoff scheduled for?

Context: “success”

(noun) a time when something starts to grow or become successful. It’s like when a new game or movie becomes very popular and everyone talks about it.

Example

The new app had a fantastic takeoff and gained millions of users in just a week.

Example

Despite the team's efforts, their project had a slow takeoff and didn't attract much attention.

Example

What factors contributed to the quick takeoff of the new restaurant?

Context: “aviation”

(verb) to leave the ground and start flying in an airplane. It’s like how a frog jumps into the air, but this is an airplane doing it.

Example

The airplane will take off in ten minutes, so please fasten your seatbelts.

Example

The plane didn’t take off because there was a technical problem.

Example

Will the plane take off on time today?

How to pronounce takeoff

Pronunciation: [ˈteɪkˌɔf]

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Lessons with this word

  • Level A2

    Arrival

    Land, pass immigration and customs and leave the airport: English words for arrivals, baggage claim, lost luggage, shuttles and taxis, with audio.

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  • Level A2

    On the plane

    Board the plane, find your seat and understand the crew: English words for the window seat, the aisle, the seatbelt and turbulence, with audio.

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