take somebody/something seriouslySERIOUS/NOT JOKINGto believe that someone or something is worth your attention or respect 认真对待某人/某事 As a teacher, it’s important that the kids take you seriously. 当老师很重要的一点就是要让孩子们把你当回事。
It’s only a joke – don’t take it seriously! 只是开个玩笑——别当真啊!
take somebody/something seriously• Sandy used to take herself so seriously all the time.• You really take this stuff seriously, don't you?
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