Meaning of the word "take someone's word for it" in English
What does "take someone's word for it" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
take someone's word for it
US /teɪk ˈsʌm.wʌnz wɜrd fɔr ɪt/
UK /teɪk ˈsʌm.wʌnz wɜrd fɔr ɪt/
Idiom
1.
to believe that what someone says is true, without checking or proving it
Example:
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I haven't seen the report, but I'll take your word for it that it's accurate.
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He said he finished all his homework, and I had to take his word for it.
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