to take after
[phrase form: take]
01
像, 继承
to look or act like an older member of the family, especially one's parents
例子
The baby takes after his father with those adorable dimples.
那个婴儿有着可爱的酒窝，像他的父亲。
02
效仿, 以...为榜样
to choose someone as an example and follow their behavior or choices
例子
The young artist is determined to take after the famous painter in capturing the beauty of nature.
这位年轻的艺术家决心效仿这位著名画家捕捉自然之美。
03
快速跟随, 追赶
to quickly follow a person
例子
The detective took after the burglars.
侦探紧跟着窃贼。
