You use phrasal verbs daily while speaking. A phrasal verb is actually a verb made up of two or more words: the main verb with an adverb or preposition, or both. Using these words in combination gives them a meaning different from that of the individual words used.
What is the use of phrasal verbs?
Phrasal verbs are phrases that indicate actions. They are generally used in spoken English and informal texts. Examples of such verbs include: turn down, come across and run into.
How do you use phrasal verbs in a sentence?
More phrasal verb examples:
- Be sure to put on a life jacket before getting into the boat.
- We left out the trash for pickup.
- It's time to get on the plane.
- What will she think up next?
- I'm having some trouble working out the solution to this equation.
- We're going to have to put off our vacation until next year.
