Phrasal Verbs

Phrasal verbs are usually two-word phrases consisting of:

a verb + an adverb

or

a verb + a preposition

These new phrasal verb combinations create different meanings from the original verbs by themselves.

Some phrasal verbs require a direct object (someone/something)

look after  =  take care of someone/something

I have to look after my grandma because she isn't well.

Other phrasal verbs do not require a direct object.

pass away = to die

I was very sad when my grandmother passed away.

Some phrasal verbs can be separated from their object.

switch off  =  to turn something off

Can you please switch the light off

Other phrasal verbs cannot be separated from their object.

care for = to show affection or preference for

I don’t care for sweet wine.

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