To take after
Ejemplo: They take after their parents
Definición
"To take after" means to resemble a family member, especially in terms of appearance, behavior, or personality. For example, when someone says, 'They take after their parents,' it implies the person shares similar traits with their parents.
Etimología
The phrase "to take after" originates from Middle English, combining 'take,' meaning to get or receive, with 'after,' indicating following or resembling. It evolved to express the idea of someone following the traits or characteristics of an elder family member. Did you know that this phrase has been used since the 16th century to describe familial resemblance?
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