prendre la main

French

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /pʁɑ̃.dʁə la mɛ̃/

Verb

prendre la main

1. (figuratively) to take the helm
2. (computing) to take control, to take over

   Coordinate term: donner la main

Usage notes

• Not to be confused with prendre en main or prendre par la main.