Take place: meaning, definitions and examples

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take place

 

[ teɪk pleɪs ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

in a location

To happen or occur, especially in a specified place or setting. It can refer to events, actions, or situations that occur at a particular time and location.

Synonyms

happen, occur, occur, transpire

Examples of usage

  • The meeting will take place in the conference room.
  • The concert took place at the stadium last night.
Context #2 | Verb

in a sequence

To assume or occupy a position in a series of events or steps. It can refer to the order in which events occur or the progression of a process.

Synonyms

happen, occur, occur

Examples of usage

  • The final exam will take place after the completion of all coursework.
  • The competition will take place over the course of three days.
Context #3 | Verb

as a substitute

To act or serve as a replacement or stand-in for someone or something else. It can refer to filling a role or function in the absence of the usual occupant.

Synonyms

replace, stand-in, substitute

Examples of usage

  • During her absence, I will take her place in the presentation.
  • The substitute teacher will take place of the regular teacher for today.

Translations

Translations of the word "take place" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ocorrer

🇮🇳 होना

🇩🇪 stattfinden

🇮🇩 terjadi

🇺🇦 відбуватися

🇵🇱 odbywać się

🇯🇵 行われる (okonawareru)

🇫🇷 avoir lieu

🇪🇸 tener lugar

🇹🇷 gerçekleşmek

🇰🇷 발생하다 (balsaenghada)

🇸🇦 يحدث

🇨🇿 konat se

🇸🇰 konať sa

🇨🇳 发生 (fāshēng)

🇸🇮 zgoditi se

🇮🇸 eiga sér stað

🇰🇿 болу

🇬🇪 მოხდეს (mokhdes)

🇦🇿 baş vermək

🇲🇽 tener lugar

Word origin

The phrase 'take place' originated in the 16th century and is derived from the Middle English word 'taken' meaning 'to seize' and the Old French word 'placer' meaning 'to place'. Over time, it evolved to refer to events or actions happening in a specific location or sequence. The expression has been widely used in English literature and everyday language to describe the occurrence or unfolding of events.