take it for granted

/tˈeɪk ɪt fɔː ɡɹˈantɪd/

/tˈeɪk ɪt fɔːɹ ɡɹˈæntᵻd/

[phrase]

to take it for granted

[PHRASE]

to assume without question that something is true

take sb/sth for granted

/tˈeɪk ˌɛsbˈiː slˈaʃ ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ fɔː ɡɹˈantɪd/

/tˈeɪk ˌɛsbˈiː slˈæʃ ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ fɔːɹ ɡɹˈæntᵻd/

[phrase]

to take sb/sth for granted

[PHRASE]

to not appreciate a person or thing because one thinks one will never lose them

What is the origin of the idiom "take someone or something for granted" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "take someone or something for granted" can be traced to the idea of assuming that certain people or things will always be present or readily available, leading to a lack of appreciation for their true value. This concept is deeply rooted in human psychology and behavior, where individuals tend to become accustomed to the familiar and may overlook or neglect to acknowledge the significance of things that are constant in their lives. it is commonly used in a variety of contexts and occasions where individuals want to emphasize the importance of appreciating the people or things in their lives.

Examples

1. Although her mother was known for her striking beauty, she never took it for granted and always reminded her daughter that beauty is no inheritance.

2. California has been winning for a long time, and I think they're taking it for granted, a little bit.

3. You take it for granted.

4. But if you’re a lucky person with access to a fancy U-bend toilet and modern sanitation, don’t take it for granted!