Phrasal Verb


Phrasal verbs are compound verbs that result from combining a verb with an adverb or a preposition. The resulting compound verb is idiomatic.


Phrasal Verb:
straighten out

Meaning / Example:

1. to become straight.
> The road finally straightened out.

2. to improve one's behavior or attitude.
> I hope he straightens out before he gets himself into real trouble.


Next >>

A phrase 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.

A compilation of 50 phrasal verbs.
#
Phrasal Verb
Meaning
Example