Meanings of Take
This engaging ESL lesson teaches students common collocations with take and the different meanings and uses of the verb take through clear explanations, structured exercises, and communicative speaking practice. Students explore useful take collocations and a range of common expressions with take used in everyday English.
Level: A2+/B1
Time: 80 minutes+
This lesson comes with:
Fillable Fields – This digital worksheet can be completed online or printed.
Teacher’s Copy – Includes detailed teacher’s notes and an answer key.
Student Version – Ideal for sharing via email for online lessons.
Collocations with Take – ESL Lesson Overview
1. Introduction to the Verb Take
Students begin by exploring the many meanings of the verb take. Using a spider diagram and example sentences, they match different uses of take with their meanings.
2. Practising Different Meanings of Take
Students complete guided exercises to practise different meanings of take, including movement, transport, accepting something, measuring, consuming medicine, and activities such as take a break or take a photo.
3. Expanding Take Expressions and Examples
Students expand their understanding of take by studying take collocations examples and adding their own to the categories, helping them recognise patterns and common combinations.
4. Phrasal Verbs with Take
Students learn several common phrasal verbs using take, such as take off, take down, take out, take away, take back, and take up, and practise using them in context.
5. Speaking Practice
Students practise using take phrases in a communicative speaking activity where they ask and answer discussion questions, give details, and ask follow-up questions.
Skills Developed
- Understanding common collocations of take and how they are used in everyday English
- Using verb expressions and combinations naturally
- Expanding vocabulary through common verb phrases
- Developing fluency through structured speaking practice
Lesson Objectives
- Understand the different meanings and uses of the verb take
- Recognise and use common expressions and phrases with take
- Practise common phrasal verbs with take
- Use take expressions confidently in spoken English
Try this Collocations with Take ESL Lesson today!
This ready-to-use ESL lesson helps students understand and practise the many meanings and expressions used with the verb take, building vocabulary and confidence in real communication.
Note: If you experience any issues when printing, please open the file in Adobe Acrobat Reader and select “Fit to Page” or “Scale to Fit” in your print settings.
You may also like…
Our Reviews
International Women's Day ESL Lesson
Holiday and Travel Phrasal Verbs
Great Conversation Questions 1
International Women's Day ESL Lesson
Holiday and Travel Phrasal Verbs
Great Conversation Questions 1
