English · Common Verbs
taking
/ˈteɪkɪŋ/
[/ˈteɪkɪŋ/]
present participle of take
Beginnerverb
Definition
Present participle of 'take': grasping, carrying, or removing, happening now.
Example
He is taking notes during the lecture so he can review the material later tonight.
He is taking notes during the lecture so he can review the material later tonight.
Etymology
From Old Norse 'taka' plus the '-ing' ending.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in continuous tenses for ongoing action.