Phrasal Verbs

Look out!  Prepositions are difficult enough...but phrasal verbs make them even more challenging.

What is a phrasal verb?

The Merriam Webster Dictionary defines one as: :  "a phrase (as take off or look down on) that combines a verb with a preposition or adverb or both and that functions as a verb whose meaning is different from the combined meanings of the individual words."

(They are the verbs+preposition combinations that don't translate well and tend to confuse non-native English speakers.)

I can't FIGURE THESE OUT! How do they work? FIND OUT here:

• For a good explanation of the grammar and structure of phrasal verbs, visit this English Page explanation.
• And for our native English-speaker friends- or those who are very curious about the advanced workings of phrasal verbs- visit this very thorough explanation from Wikipedia

What are some examples? 

• For a long list, visit this page from English Club
• Or this one from Capital Community College
• Or this "Extensive List of Phrasal Verbs" 
• Or visit this online dictionary of phrasal verbs to find the meaning of one that you COME ACROSS: Using English

Need more information and practice? CHECK OUT one of these sites for activities and info:

• More practice activities with English Pages
• Here is a list of 21 exercises from Agenda Web
• 10 more exercises from ESL Student Lounge
• Lists and 15 practice activities from ego4 (Please note: some of the pages linked on this are in another language) 

Looking for a quick quiz to test your skills? FIND OUT how you are doing!

• Try this one from A4ESL
• A short quiz from British Council (bottom of the page)
• Or this one (which has 67 questions, so maybe is not "quick")
• Or try this British Stuff one (note* some of these may not be American expressions!)
• Three shorts ones- but NOT multiple choice (a challenge!)
• Another challenging one here

Are you ready to KEEP ON studying? For more practice and study:

Visit this quizlet page for a whole list of flashcard sets and games to help you with Phrasal Verbs.