Understanding Phrasal Verbs
One of the essential elements in mastering English is getting a firm grip on phrasal verbs. A phrasal verb is a verb combined with a preposition or an adverb. When used together, they have a different meaning than when you use them individually. It’s a common ingredient in English language recipe, especially in casual conversation and informal texts.
Learning How to Use Phrasal Verbs
To use phrasal verbs correctly, one should not take them literally. For instance, ‘give up’ doesn’t mean ‘to give something in a higher position.’ Instead, it defines ‘to quit or surrender.’ A single phrasal verb can have different meanings depending on the context. Hence, you need to interpret the entire sentence to understand the phrasal verb’s meaning.
Your Comprehensive Phrasal Verbs List
We have compiled a comprehensive phrasal verbs list to help improve your vocabulary and language fluency. See the given examples to understand their application better:
- Check in To register at a hotel or airport
- Dress up To wear fancy or formal clothes
- Turn down To refuse
- Face up to To accept and deal with a difficult issue
- Go on To continue
Answering Your Phrasal Verbs Questions
We know you might have questions about phrasal verbs, and we’re here to help! Here are some answers to commonly searched questions:
Can a phrasal verb be separated?
Yes, some phrasal verbs are separable, which means you can put the object in between the verb and preposition/adverb. For example, ‘take off’ (meaning to remove something) can be separated as in ‘He took his coat off.’
Do all English speakers use phrasal verbs?
Absolutely! Phrasal verbs are an integral part of English conversations. They may be more prevalent in informal language, but they also appear in formal situations, business jargon, and written English.
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