take advantage

• Eine Gelegenheit, Situation oder Ressource zu seinem Vorteil nutzen; oder jemanden oder etwas unfair für den eigenen Vorteil ausnutzen.

To make use of an opportunity, situation, or resource in a beneficial way, or to exploit someone or something unfairly for personal gain.

1. Use an opportunityB1formal

   To make good use of a situation or opportunity for one's own benefit.

   Eine Gelegenheit nutzen

   • She took advantage of the sunny weather to go for a walk.
   • He took advantage of the sale to buy a new laptop.
   • You should take advantage of the free training courses offered by the company.

2. Exploit someoneB2informal

   To selfishly use someone for one's own benefit, often in an unfair way.

   Jemanden ausnutzen

   • He felt that his boss was taking advantage of him by making him work overtime without pay.
   • She warned her friend not to let others take advantage of her kindness.
   • The scammer took advantage of the elderly woman's trust.