LEARN PHRASAL VERBS IN ENGLISH / PASS IT ON / PASS ON IT / LEARN AMERICAN ENGLISH / AVOID MISTAKES

Summary

In this English lesson, we explore the versatile phrasal verb 'pass on.' When separated, 'pass on' means to continue or transmit something, like traditions or skills, to another person. For example, a family might pass on traditions to their children, or a master might pass on skills to an apprentice. However, when 'pass on' is not separated, it takes on a different meaning, indicating rejection or choosing not to accept something, as in passing on an offer. This lesson helps learners understand the nuances of this phrasal verb and how to use it correctly in various contexts.

Takeaways

• 📚 The video teaches two uses of the phrasal verb 'pass on'.
• 🔄 When 'pass on' is separable, it means to continue or transmit something, like traditions or skills.
• 👪 You can use 'pass on' with an object in the middle when it's separable, e.g., 'pass them on' or 'pass it on'.
• 🤝 The separable 'pass on' is used when giving something from one person to another.
• 🚫 The non-separable 'pass on' means to reject or not accept something.
• ❌ Do not separate the non-separable 'pass on'; the object comes at the end, e.g., 'passed on the offer'.
• 📈 The video provides examples to illustrate the usage of 'pass on' in both separable and non-separable forms.
• 📝 Practice sentences are included to reinforce understanding of 'pass on' in different contexts.
• 🎥 The video is part of a series for learning real-life American English.
• 👍 The video encourages viewers to subscribe to the channel and join as a member for more content.
• 👋 The video ends with a thank you and a prompt for the next session.

Q & A

What are the two different ways to use the phrasal verb 'pass on'?

The phrasal verb 'pass on' can be used in a separable way, meaning to continue or carry on something, and in a non-separable way, meaning to reject or not accept something.

How do you use 'pass on' when it is separable?

When 'pass on' is separable, you can place the object in the middle, as in 'pass them on' or 'pass it on', indicating the action of giving or continuing something to another person.

What is an example of using 'pass on' in a separable context?

An example is 'You can pass on traditions to your family' or 'They pass their traditions on to their children', which shows the passing down of customs or knowledge.

How do you use 'pass on' when it is not separable?

When 'pass on' is not separable, you do not separate the verb from the object, and it is used to indicate rejection or non-acceptance, as in 'I'm going to pass on that' or 'He passed on the offer'.

What does it mean when someone says 'I'm going to pass on that'?

It means the person is choosing to reject or not accept something, similar to saying 'I'm going to say no to that'.

Can you provide a practice question related to the separable use of 'pass on'?

Sure, a practice question could be: 'Did the family pass the traditions on to their children?'

Can you provide a practice question related to the non-separable use of 'pass on'?

Certainly, a practice question could be: 'Did he pass on the offer or did he accept it?'

What is the significance of the placement of the object in the phrasal verb 'pass on'?

The placement of the object indicates whether the phrasal verb is being used in a separable or non-separable context, affecting the meaning from continuation to rejection.

How can you remember the difference between the separable and non-separable uses of 'pass on'?

You can remember it by associating the separable use with giving or sharing (passing something on) and the non-separable use with declining or rejecting (passing on something).

Is it possible to use 'pass on' with both objects and actions?

Yes, 'pass on' can be used with both tangible objects, like traditions or skills, and intangible actions or offers, as demonstrated in the script.

What is the advice given at the end of the script for viewers?

The advice is to subscribe to the channel if they liked the video and to click the join button if they want to become a member.