A2 Collocation 중립

Take care of.

Look after, be responsible for

To look after someone or something, providing necessary attention and protection.

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문화적 배경

Being a person who 'takes care of things' is a highly valued trait. It implies you are a 'self-starter' who doesn't need constant supervision. Using 'I'll take care of it' when a bill arrives is a common way to avoid the awkwardness of 'splitting the bill'. It is seen as generous and decisive. While the English phrase is used, the cultural concept of 'Omotenashi' means taking care of guests with extreme detail and anticipation. On social media and apps, 'taking care of' often refers to managing privacy settings or 'taking care of' one's online community/followers.

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The 'I'll handle it' vibe

In a job interview, use 'I took care of...' to describe your achievements. It sounds more active than 'I was responsible for...'

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Don't forget the 'of'!

Saying 'I'll take care the baby' is a very common mistake. Always include 'of'.

To look after someone or something, providing necessary attention and protection.

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The 'I'll handle it' vibe

In a job interview, use 'I took care of...' to describe your achievements. It sounds more active than 'I was responsible for...'

⚠️

Don't forget the 'of'!

Saying 'I'll take care the baby' is a very common mistake. Always include 'of'.

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The 'Take Care' Goodbye

When someone says 'Take care!' to you, you can reply with 'You too!'

셀프 테스트

Fill in the missing words to complete the sentence.

I have to ______ ______ ______ my little brother this afternoon.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: take care of

We use 'take care of' for looking after people.

Which sentence uses the phrase correctly for a work situation?

Your boss asks you to finish a report. What do you say?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: I will take care of the report.

The phrase is inseparable and uses the preposition 'of'.

Match the 'take care of' usage to the situation.

1. Paying a bill, 2. Watching a dog, 3. Solving a computer glitch.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: 1-B, 2-C, 3-A

The phrase covers money, living things, and technical problems.

Complete the dialogue.

A: 'The kitchen is a mess!' B: 'Don't worry, I'll ______ ______ ______ it.'

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: take care of

B is offering to clean (handle the task).

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시각 학습 자료

What can you 'Take Care Of'?

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Living Things

  • Babies
  • Pets
  • Plants
  • Elderly
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Tasks

  • Homework
  • Reports
  • Cleaning
  • Emails
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Money

  • Bills
  • Checks
  • Expenses
  • Taxes
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Problems

  • Glitches
  • Complaints
  • Mistakes
  • Issues

연습 문제 은행

4 연습 문제
Fill in the missing words to complete the sentence. Fill Blank A2

I have to ______ ______ ______ my little brother this afternoon.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: take care of

We use 'take care of' for looking after people.

Which sentence uses the phrase correctly for a work situation? Choose A2

Your boss asks you to finish a report. What do you say?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: I will take care of the report.

The phrase is inseparable and uses the preposition 'of'.

Match the 'take care of' usage to the situation. situation_matching B1

1. Paying a bill, 2. Watching a dog, 3. Solving a computer glitch.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: 1-B, 2-C, 3-A

The phrase covers money, living things, and technical problems.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A2

A: 'The kitchen is a mess!' B: 'Don't worry, I'll ______ ______ ______ it.'

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: take care of

B is offering to clean (handle the task).

🎉 점수: /4

자주 묻는 질문

10 질문

No, 'take care of' is the standard idiom. 'Care for' exists but means to like something or provide medical nursing.

It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or with your best friend.

The past tense is 'took care of'. Example: 'I took care of the dog yesterday.'

Yes! 'I'll take care of the problem' means you will solve it.

Yes, they are very similar. 'Look after' is slightly more common in the UK for people and pets.

Yes, it means you want someone to look after you or pay for you.

It means to do what needs to be done, usually in a professional or efficient way.

Yes, 'take care of the bill' means to pay it.

Yes, it's very common in business emails to show you are handling a request.

It's a friendly way to say goodbye, meaning 'stay safe and well'.

관련 표현

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Look after

synonym

To watch and protect.

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Attend to

similar

To deal with or give attention to.

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See to

similar

To make sure something is done.

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Take care

builds on

A way to say goodbye.

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Care for

similar

To like or to provide nursing.

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