Phrasal Verb Examples

These phrasal verb examples show you some common types with their meaning. If you are new to English it can be confusing to understand how they are used, so there are also examples of the phrasal verbs in context.

Phrasal Verb Examples Set 1

Phrasal Verb Examples Set 2

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Finite Non-Finite Verb Quiz: Multiple Choice
In this finite non-finite verb quiz you are given a list of sentences and you have to decide whether the verb in each is finite or non-finite.
Transitive and Intransitive Verbs: The Differences
Transitive and intransitive verbs are different in transitive verbs must have a direct object, whereas intransitive verbs do not. In this grammar lesson we will look at the differences between them and study some examples.
What are Participles in English Grammar?
Learn what participles are in English grammar - present and past participles and participle phrases.
Past Participles: Definition and Examples
Learn about past participles, their definition and examples, in this English grammar lesson.
Ditransitive Verbs Explained
Ditransitive verbs are type of transitive verbs that take both a direct and indirect object. They are words such as give, buy, and lend.
Modal Verbs Multiple Choice Quiz
In this modal verbs multiple choice quiz, choose which of the three choices of verbs should go into the gap to make a grammatically correct sentence.
Modal Verbs of Ability Quiz: Can, Could, Be Able To
In this modal verbs of ability quiz you have to decide if can, could, or be able to will fit on the gap.
Use of the Bare Infinitive
In this lesson we look at the use of the bare infinitive to form sentences, including example sentences of this verb.
Modals in English grammar: Explanation and Examples
Modals in English grammar are used alongside another main verb to add further meaning to a sentence. They typically show obligation, possibility or speculation
The Meaning of Used To: How and when to use it
'Used to' is not a tense in itself (it's actually a modal verb), we use it to talk about the past instead of the past simple for certain situations.
Stative Verbs: For Opinions, Feelings, and Emotions
Stative verbs are used to reflect states of mind such as opinions, feelings, sense perceptions, and emotions. They are not usually used in the continuous tense.
Modals to Express Ability: Can, Could, Be Able To
The modals to express ability are can, could, and be able to. Learn with examples how to place these in sentences.
'Used To' Quiz: Multiple Choice
Used to quiz testing you on the use of this verb for repeated states and actions in the past. Choose whether the 'd' is needed or not.
Semi-modal Verbs Explained (aka Marginal Modal Verbs)
In this lesson, semi-modal verbs, also know as marginal modal verbs, are explained. Unlike pure modals, they can act like regular verbs.
Types of Verbs used in the English Language
There are various types of verbs and verb forms used in the English language. Examples are state verbs, modal verbs, phrasal verbs, and irregular verbs.
Gerund or Infinitive Quiz
In this gerund or infinitive quiz you need to choose whether the gerund, to + infinitive or bare infinitive fits in the gap.
Finite Verbs: Verbs that take a subject and tense
A finite verb is a verb that has a subject and a tense. That is in contrast to a non-finite verbs which does not have a subject and cannot form tenses.
Modal Verbs of Suggestion and Advice
The modal verbs of suggestion and advice are 'should', 'ought to' and 'had better'. Here we explain the differences.
Copular Verbs or Linking Verbs
To join an adjective or noun complement to a subject we use copular verbs, commonly known as linking verbs. Examples are: be, appear, taste, feel, and get.
Modal Verbs of Permission: May, Can, & Could
The modal verbs of permission May, Can, & Could are used when we want to ask if we can do something.
Modal Verbs of Request
Modal verbs of request are you to ask for something such as permission, help, or favour but you need to get the tone and structure correct.
Multi-word Verbs: Understanding Phrasal and Prepositional Verbs
There are three multi-word verbs: prepositional verbs, phrasal verbs, and phrasal-prepositional verbs.

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Phrasal Verb Examples

Phrasal Verb Examples Set 1

Phrasal Verb Examples Set 2

More on Verbs:

Finite Non-Finite Verb Quiz: Multiple Choice

Transitive and Intransitive Verbs: The Differences

What are Participles in English Grammar?

Past Participles: Definition and Examples

Ditransitive Verbs Explained

Modal Verbs Multiple Choice Quiz

Modal Verbs of Ability Quiz: Can, Could, Be Able To

Use of the Bare Infinitive

Modals in English grammar: Explanation and Examples

The Meaning of Used To: How and when to use it

Stative Verbs: For Opinions, Feelings, and Emotions

Modals to Express Ability: Can, Could, Be Able To

'Used To' Quiz: Multiple Choice

Semi-modal Verbs Explained (aka Marginal Modal Verbs)

Types of Verbs used in the English Language

Gerund or Infinitive Quiz

Finite Verbs: Verbs that take a subject and tense

Modal Verbs of Suggestion and Advice

Copular Verbs or Linking Verbs

Modal Verbs of Permission: May, Can, & Could

Modal Verbs of Request

Multi-word Verbs: Understanding Phrasal and Prepositional Verbs

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