English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "decided to take" Mean?
Learn what "decided to take" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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And I decided to take up a fashion online course.
It means the speaker chose to start studying fashion online.
From Destined To Be, Episode 16
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker says they decided to enroll in an online fashion course.
Usage Scenario
Use this to explain a decision to start a class or hobby. It is understandable, though take up a course is less natural than take an online course or enroll in a course.
Better ways to say it
1
I decided to take an online fashion course.
2
I enrolled in a fashion course online.
3
I started a fashion course online.
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