take someone/something seriously
US /teɪk ˈsʌmwʌn/ˈsʌmθɪŋ ˈsɪriəsli/
UK /teɪk ˈsʌmwʌn/ˈsʌmθɪŋ ˈsɪriəsli/

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levar a sério, considerar seriamente
to believe that someone or something is important and deserves attention
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You need to take your studies seriously if you want to succeed.
Você precisa levar seus estudos a sério se quiser ter sucesso.
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Don't take his threats seriously; he's just trying to scare you.
Não leve as ameaças dele a sério; ele está apenas tentando te assustar.