Structure: More on Phrasal Verbs - SS2 English Lesson Note
A phrasal verb is a combination of a verb and a preposition or adverb that has a meaning that is different from the individual words. For example, the phrasal verb "look up" means to find something in a book or dictionary, but the verb "look" and the preposition "up" do not have this meaning on their own.
Phrasal verbs are a common part of spoken English, and they can be used in a variety of contexts. However, they can be difficult to learn, as the meaning of the phrasal verb is not always obvious from the individual words.
Recommendations for understanding phrasal verbs:
- Pay attention to the context in which phrasal verbs are used. The meaning of a phrasal verb can often be determined by the context in which it is used. For example, the phrasal verb "look up" can mean to find something in a book or dictionary, but it can also mean to meet someone socially.
- Use a dictionary or thesaurus to look up the meaning of phrasal verbs. Many dictionaries and thesauruses include definitions of phrasal verbs. This can be a helpful way to learn the meaning of phrasal verbs that you are not familiar with.
- Practice using phrasal verbs in your own speech and writing. The best way to learn phrasal verbs is to use them in your own speech and writing. This will help you to become familiar with the different ways that phrasal verbs can be used.
Examples of phrasal verbs:
- Look up: to find something in a book or dictionary
- Turn down: to refuse something