21 Phrasal Verbs for Daily English Conversation | Vocabulary Booster

Speak Confident English
2 Oct 202420:54

Summary

TLDRIn this engaging English lesson, Annemarie, a confidence and fluency coach, introduces 21 essential phrasal verbs that enhance everyday conversation. The video emphasizes the importance of using phrasal verbs to add nuance and clarity when recounting conversations. Annemarie explains the grammatical functions of transitive and intransitive phrasal verbs, along with separable and inseparable structures. Each phrasal verb is illustrated with practical examples and categorized according to the stages of a conversation: starting, participating, and ending. Viewers are encouraged to take notes and practice these verbs to improve their English fluency and confidence.

Takeaways

  • 😀 Learning phrasal verbs enhances English fluency and comprehension.
  • 📖 Phrasal verbs can be classified as transitive (require an object) or intransitive (do not require an object).
  • 🔄 Separable phrasal verbs allow the object to be placed between the verb and the particle, while inseparable phrasal verbs do not.
  • 🗣️ Phrasal verbs can indicate different stages of conversation: starting, participating, and ending.
  • 👋 'Strike up a conversation' means to begin a discussion, often with someone unfamiliar.
  • 📈 'Engage in a conversation' emphasizes active participation.
  • 🛑 'Butt into a conversation' refers to rudely interrupting or joining a discussion without invitation.
  • ⏳ 'Wrap up a conversation' means to conclude it efficiently, while 'wind down' suggests a gradual ending.
  • 📝 Writing example sentences for phrasal verbs helps reinforce learning and recall.
  • 🎧 Listening for phrasal verbs in everyday conversations aids in understanding their usage.

Q & A

  • What is the primary focus of the lesson?

    -The lesson focuses on teaching 21 commonly used phrasal verbs in English conversations to enhance fluency and expression.

  • Who is the instructor of the lesson?

    -The instructor is Annemarie, an English confidence and fluency coach.

  • What are phrasal verbs and why are they important?

    -Phrasal verbs are verb phrases that consist of a verb and a particle, which can add nuance and precision to speech, making conversations more dynamic and engaging.

  • What is the difference between transitive and intransitive phrasal verbs?

    -Transitive phrasal verbs require an object to receive the action (e.g., 'turn off the light'), while intransitive phrasal verbs do not need an object (e.g., 'he woke up').

  • Can you provide an example of a separable phrasal verb?

    -An example of a separable phrasal verb is 'put off,' as in 'They put off the meeting until tomorrow,' or 'They put the meeting off until tomorrow.'

  • What does it mean to 'strike up a conversation'?

    -To 'strike up a conversation' means to initiate a conversation, often with someone you do not know well.

  • What are some phrasal verbs used for participating in a conversation?

    -Some phrasal verbs for participating in a conversation include 'dive into,' 'engage in,' 'weigh in on,' and 'keep up with.'

  • What does the phrasal verb 'butt into a conversation' imply?

    -The phrasal verb 'butt into a conversation' implies rudely interrupting or intruding into an ongoing conversation.

  • What strategies are suggested for practicing these phrasal verbs?

    -The suggested strategies for practicing include writing example sentences, listening for phrasal verbs in conversations, and downloading a bonus worksheet from the Speak Confident English website.

  • How does the instructor recommend concluding a conversation?

    -The instructor mentions using phrasal verbs like 'wrap up,' 'shut down,' 'break off,' 'wind down,' and 'phase out' to effectively conclude conversations.

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