To look after someone or something means to take care of them and ensure they are safe and well. This often involves providing for their needs and protecting them.
Synonyms
take care ofcare formindtendsupervise
Antonyms
neglectabandonignoreharm
Translations
look after in your language
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عربي
يعتني بشخص أو شيء ويحرص على سلامته.
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اردو
کسی کا خیال رکھنا یا دیکھ بھال کرنا۔
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हिंदी
किसी की देखभाल करना या ध्यान रखना।
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中文
照顾某人或某物。
Easy Explanation
Plain English Breakdown
It means to take care of someone or something. You make sure they are safe. You help them with what they need.
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Memory TipThink of 'look' (see) and 'after' (following) – you are watching over someone.
Contextual Examples
How to use in a sentence
Can you look after (take care of) my cat while I am on vacation?
It's important to look after (care for) your health by eating well.
The park ranger's job is to look after (protect) the animals and plants.