English Phrasal Verb Podcast: Lessons By Real English Conversations

A conversational style phrasal verb lesson where we give you some examples of how to use 'Burn Out' to talk about a lightbulb that has died or a fire that is not burning anymore.

Phrasal Verbs Lesson: Burn Out #1 Alternative Meaning: When a light stops working. Example 1: It’s time to change the light bulb because that one is going to burn out soon. It’s time to change the light bulb because that one is going to stop working soon. Example 2: If you leave your lights on, they will burn out sooner. If you leave your lights on, they will stop working sooner. Get More Phrasal Verb Lessons & Lessons for Fluency Get access to full lessons from the Phrasal Verb Course with lessons you can print, download the audio and get the Phrasal Verb Stories to hear all the phrasal verb lessons being used together plus access to other lessons from our courses by joining our FREE trial.  Your free trial includes access to join conversation practice sessions (with a native speaker) and online lessons that focus on improving listening and speaking skills to speak English confidently and fluently. Take the first step to reach your fluency goals by joining our 7-Day Free Trial here: https://realenglishconversations.com/courses/lp/fpp-trial/

Hear us use the phrasal verb 'take down' in a few different ways that are natural and unscripted. We want you to hear how native speakers use this in real life to build your confidence of hearing it in different situations.

Phrasal Verbs Lesson: Take Down #1 Alternative Meaning: To write something so you can remember it later Example 1: Take down my phone number and call me if you have any questions. Write down my phone number and call me if you have any questions. Example 2: If you don’t take down any notes, you will probably forget some information. If you don’t write any notes, you will probably forget some information. Get FREE Access to our Fluency Power Pack Membership Join us FREE for 7 days to get access to full lessons from the Phrasal Verb Course, printable lessons and the Phrasal Verb Stories related to these podcast lessons. Of course, we know you want to improve all aspects of your English to reach fluency which is why our membership includes lessons that show you how to improve your listening skills and give you activities to help you improve your speaking skills too. During your free trial, you will also be able to join the conversation practice sessions to participate in a video call with a native speaker and other members from our website. Take the first step to reach your fluency goals by joining our 7-Day Free Trial here: https://realenglishconversations.com/courses/lp/fpp-trial/

Phrasal Verbs Lesson: Clam Up Alternative Meaning: To stop talking or to refuse to speak Example 1: The suspect clammed up when the police asked him questions. The suspect refused to talk when the police asked him questions. Example 2: I always clam up on the first date because I’m shy and nervous. I always stop talking on the first date because I’m shy and nervous. Get More Phrasal Verb Lessons & Lessons for Fluency Get access to full lessons from the Phrasal Verb Course with lessons you can print, download the audio and get the Phrasal Verb Stories to hear all the phrasal verb lessons being used together plus access to other lessons from our courses by joining our FREE trial.  Your free trial includes access to join conversation practice sessions (with a native speaker) and online lessons that focus on improving listening and speaking skills to speak English confidently and fluently. Take the first step to reach your fluency goals by joining our 7-Day Free Trial here: https://realenglishconversations.com/courses/lp/fpp-trial/

Phrasal Verbs Lesson: Go Over #1 Alternative Meaning:  How something is received Example 1: The president was hoping his speech would go over well. The president was hoping the speech would be received well by the audience. Example 2: My first day on the job did not go over well, I think they probably want to fire me already. My first day on the job had lots of problems and the employer did not seem impressed. I think they probably want to fire me already. Get FREE Access to our Fluency Power Pack Membership Join us FREE for 7 days to get access to full lessons from the Phrasal Verb Course, printable lessons and the Phrasal Verb Stories related to these podcast lessons. Of course, we know you want to improve all aspects of your English to reach fluency which is why our membership includes lessons that show you how to improve your listening skills and give you activities to help you improve your speaking skills too. During your free trial, you will also be able to join the conversation practice sessions to participate in a video call with a native speaker and other members from our website. Take the first step to reach your fluency goals by joining our 7-Day Free Trial here: https://realenglishconversations.com/courses/lp/fpp-trial/

Get our FREE Lesson pack for Podcast listeners: https://realenglishconversations.com/phrasal-verbs/ In this podcast lesson, you will learn the meaning of 2 English phrasal verbs that you can use in your daily life: End Up & Run Around. Do you find it difficult to use phrasal verbs in your speaking? Or struggle to understand what they mean when you hear them?  Phrasal verbs are challenging but with the right approach, they can be fun to use and help you to express your English in a more natural way.  We can help you to start using phrasal verbs *confidently* in your English in these two ways:  Learn with one of our expert teachers: Your teacher can help you learn, practice, and use phrasal verbs at the same time that you improve your speaking, listening, and vocabulary skills. https://realenglishconversations.com/trial Phrasal Verb Course: 260 audio lessons and 25 phrasal verbs stories will help you learn and understand how to use the common phrasal verbs.  https://realenglishconversations.com/pv-course/

Get our FREE Lesson pack for Podcast listeners: https://realenglishconversations.com/phrasal-verbs/ Let's learn English phrasal verbs with meaning in this podcasts lesson! In this episode, you will learn what drag up and mess up means, which are used to describe a kitchen accident in the everyday English audio clip. Do you find it difficult to use phrasal verbs in your speaking? Or struggle to understand what they mean when you hear them?  Phrasal verbs are challenging but with the right approach, they can be fun to use and help you to express your English in a more natural way.  We can help you to start using phrasal verbs *confidently* in your English in these two ways:  Learn with one of our expert teachers: Your teacher can help you learn, practice, and use phrasal verbs at the same time that you improve your speaking, listening, and vocabulary skills. https://realenglishconversations.com/trial Phrasal Verb Course: 260 audio lessons and 25 phrasal verbs stories will help you learn and understand how to use the common phrasal verbs.  https://realenglishconversations.com/pv-course/

Get our FREE Lesson pack for Podcast listeners: https://realenglishconversations.com/phrasal-verbs/ Learn English phrasal verbs show up & check over with this English story. Two common phrasal verbs that can be used daily. The audio is going to help you make learning these phrasal verbs very easy! Do you find it difficult to use phrasal verbs in your speaking? Or struggle to understand what they mean when you hear them?  Phrasal verbs are challenging but with the right approach, they can be fun to use and help you to express your English in a more natural way.  We can help you to start using phrasal verbs *confidently* in your English in these two ways:  Learn with one of our expert teachers: Your teacher can help you learn, practice, and use phrasal verbs at the same time that you improve your speaking, listening, and vocabulary skills. https://realenglishconversations.com/trial Phrasal Verb Course: 260 audio lessons and 25 phrasal verbs stories will help you learn and understand how to use the common phrasal verbs.  https://realenglishconversations.com/pv-course/

Learn three English phrasal verbs in this audio lesson: Hang Out, Goof Around and Play Around - Hang Out: To spend time with other people or in certain places. - Goof Around: When somebody is trying to be funny or making a joke - Play Around: When you're moving an object with your hands

Learn with this English story that uses two very common phrasal verbs: Carry On and Wander Around. The audio is going to help you make learning these phrasal verbs very easy!

In this podcast lesson, we are going to learn another 3 phrasal verbs from a short audio clip of a Real English Conversation about driving. In this audio clip, you will hear us talking about what happened to Amy when she tried to pay her speeding ticket and the advice that she received from the lady behind the counter to avoid losing her license.

Learn two easy English phrasal verbs in this audio lesson: Pick up on and Hang on

Hear and learn 2 everyday English phrasal verbs that are used ALL THE TIME: Sit Around and Come Up With

In this English podcast lesson, you are going to learn another 5 phrasal verbs. In episode #253, you heard part 1 of the audio where Amy was driving up a long driveway to drop off a delivery order to a customer. In this lesson, you will hear how the story finishes and why this is one of her favorite stories from this job. 

In this English Phrasal Verb Podcast lesson, you will be learning 6 new phrasal verbs: come up, come out, get up (to), walk around, go on, and look up! We will be using an audio clip from one of our Real Conversations Lessons about owning a delivery service. In particular, this audio clip describes what happened during a delivery order that Amy was dropping off to a client in a rural area late at night.

Get our FREE Lesson pack for Podcast listeners: https://realenglishconversations.com/phrasal-verbs/ In this podcast lesson, we are going to learn another 3 phrasal verbs from a short audio clip of a Real English Conversation about driving, Pull Over, Go Over, Get Rid Of Do you find it difficult to use phrasal verbs in your speaking? Or struggle to understand what they mean when you hear them?  Phrasal verbs are challenging but with the right approach, they can be fun to use and help you to express your English in a more natural way.  We can help you to start using phrasal verbs *confidently* in your English in these two ways:  Learn with one of our expert teachers: Your teacher can help you learn, practice, and use phrasal verbs at the same time that you improve your speaking, listening, and vocabulary skills. https://realenglishconversations.com/trial Phrasal Verb Course: 260 audio lessons and 25 phrasal verbs stories will help you learn and understand how to use the common phrasal verbs.  https://realenglishconversations.com/pv-course/

Get our FREE Lesson pack for Podcast listeners: https://realenglishconversations.com/phrasal-verbs/ Learn the meaning of English phrasal verb: Hand In. This phrasal verb means to submit something like an assignment. Do you find it difficult to use phrasal verbs in your speaking? Or struggle to understand what they mean when you hear them?  Phrasal verbs are challenging but with the right approach, they can be fun to use and help you to express your English in a more natural way.  We can help you to start using phrasal verbs *confidently* in your English in these two ways:  Learn with one of our expert teachers: Your teacher can help you learn, practice, and use phrasal verbs at the same time that you improve your speaking, listening, and vocabulary skills. https://realenglishconversations.com/trial Phrasal Verb Course: 260 audio lessons and 25 phrasal verbs stories will help you learn and understand how to use the common phrasal verbs.  https://realenglishconversations.com/pv-course/

Get our FREE Lesson pack for Podcast listeners: https://realenglishconversations.com/phrasal-verbs/ Learn the meaning of English phrasal verb: Fall Out. This phrasal verb has 2 different meanings but this lesson focuses on a problem in a relationship, a fight or a quarrel. Do you find it difficult to use phrasal verbs in your speaking? Or struggle to understand what they mean when you hear them?  Phrasal verbs are challenging but with the right approach, they can be fun to use and help you to express your English in a more natural way.  We can help you to start using phrasal verbs *confidently* in your English in these two ways:  Learn with one of our expert teachers: Your teacher can help you learn, practice, and use phrasal verbs at the same time that you improve your speaking, listening, and vocabulary skills. https://realenglishconversations.com/trial Phrasal Verb Course: 260 audio lessons and 25 phrasal verbs stories will help you learn and understand how to use the common phrasal verbs.  https://realenglishconversations.com/pv-course/

In this lesson, you are going to learn the English phrasal verb ‘Bring Up’ and we have 2 meanings for this phrasal verb. This one means to talk about a new topic and we will help you to understand how to use it correctly with helpful examples. Phrasal Verbs Lesson: Bring Up #1 Alternative Meaning: To talk about a new topic Example 1: I will bring up the fact I don’t like raw onions. I will talk about the fact that I don’t like raw onions. Example 2: Gail likes to bring up the reasons she is rich all the time. Gail likes to talk about the reasons she is rich all the time. Get More Phrasal Verb Lessons Real English Conversations teaches more than just phrasal verb lessons. We teach students how to become confident, fluent speakers that understand native speakers. Come to our website to learn more about the 7-Day Trial of the Fluency Power Pack membership which gives you access to: Full lessons from the Phrasal Verb Course including Phrasal Verb Stories Real conversation lessons with audio downloads and transcripts Speaking activities designed to improve vocabulary and fluency Join conversation practice sessions with a native speaker. Learn more about the joining us FREE for 7 days here: https://realenglishconversations.com/courses/lp/fpp-trial/

Phrasal Verbs Lesson: Get Together #1 Alternative Meaning: A gathering or meeting of people Example 1: The family gets together on all the major holidays throughout the year. The family gathers together on all the major holidays throughout the year. Example 2: We should get together and have a coffee some afternoon. We should meet and have a coffee some afternoon. Get FREE Access to our Fluency Power Pack Membership Join us FREE for 7 days to get access to full lessons from the Phrasal Verb Course, printable lessons and the Phrasal Verb Stories related to these podcast lessons. Of course, we know you want to improve all aspects of your English to reach fluency which is why our membership includes lessons that show you how to improve your listening skills and give you activities to help you improve your speaking skills too. During your free trial, you will also be able to join the conversation practice sessions to participate in a video call with a native speaker and other members from our website. Take the first step to reach your fluency goals by joining our 7-Day Free Trial here: https://realenglishconversations.com/courses/lp/fpp-trial/

Phrasal Verbs Lesson: Fill In #1 Alternative Meaning: To complete a blank form with information Example 1: When I went to the dentist for the first time I had to fill in a new patient form. When I went to the dentist for the first time I had to complete a new patient form. Example 2: Make sure you fill in all the necessary forms when you move to another country. Make sure you complete all the necessary forms when you move to a new country. Get More Phrasal Verb Lessons & Lessons for Fluency Get access to full lessons from the Phrasal Verb Course with lessons you can print, download the audio and get the Phrasal Verb Stories to hear all the phrasal verb lessons being used together plus access to other lessons from our courses by joining our FREE trial. Your free trial includes access to join conversation practice sessions (with a native speaker) and online lessons that focus on improving listening and speaking skills to speak English confidently and fluently. Take the first step to reach your fluency goals by joining our 7-Day Free Trial here: https://realenglishconversations.com/courses/lp/fpp-trial/

Phrasal Verbs Lesson: Look Foward Alternative Meaning: To anticipate or think about something in the future. Example 1: It’s normal to look forward to and upcoming vacation. It’s normal to think about an upcoming vacation. Example 2: I’m looking forward to meeting my language exchange partner in Colombia in real life. I’m anticipating the moment when I meet my language exchange partner in Colombia in real life. Get FREE Access to our Fluency Power Pack Membership Join us FREE for 7 days to get access to full lessons from the Phrasal Verb Course, printable lessons and the Phrasal Verb Stories related to these podcast lessons. Of course, we know you want to improve all aspects of your English to reach fluency which is why our membership includes lessons that show you how to improve your listening skills and give you activities to help you improve your speaking skills too. During your free trial, you will also be able to join the conversation practice sessions to participate in a video call with a native speaker and other members from our website. Take the first step to reach your fluency goals by joining our 7-Day Free Trial here: https://realenglishconversations.com/courses/lp/fpp-trial/

Phrasal Verbs Lesson: Catch Up #1 Alternative Meaning: To exchange information to stay current with recent events Example 1: I’m meeting Mona to catch up because I haven’t seen her for a couple months. I’m meeting Mona to talk about what’s new with her because I haven’t seen her for a couple of months. Example 2: Every morning we read the newspaper to stay caught up with the news. Every morning we read the newspaper so we can be current with recent events. Join Us Free for More Phrasal Verb Lessons Real English Conversations teaches more than just phrasal verb lessons. We teach students how to become confident, fluent speakers that understand native speakers. Come to our website to learn more about the 7-Day Trial of the Fluency Power Pack membership which gives you access to: Full Phrasal Verb Lessons & Phrasal Verb Stories Real conversation lessons with audio downloads and transcripts Speaking activities designed to improve vocabulary and fluency Join conversation practice sessions with a native speaker. Learn more about the joining us FREE for 7 days here. https://realenglishconversations.com/courses/lp/fpp-trial/

Phrasal Verbs Lesson: Bend Over #2 Alternative Meaning:  To fold or flex something Example 1: To mark the last page she was reading, she bent the corner over. To mark the last page she was reading, she folded the corner of the page. Example 2: The tree was bent over because the wind was blowing very hard. The tree was flexed toward the ground because the wind was blowing so hard. Get FREE Access to our Fluency Power Pack Membership Join us FREE for 7 days to get access to full lessons from the Phrasal Verb Course, printable lessons and the Phrasal Verb Stories related to these podcast lessons. Of course, we know you want to improve all aspects of your English to reach fluency which is why our membership includes lessons that show you how to improve your listening skills and give you activities to help you improve your speaking skills too. During your free trial, you will also be able to join the conversation practice sessions to participate in a video call with a native speaker and other members from our website. Take the first step to reach your fluency goals by joining our 7-Day Free Trial here: https://realenglishconversations.com/courses/lp/fpp-trial/

Get our FREE Lesson pack for Podcast listeners: https://realenglishconversations.com/phrasal-verbs/ In this audio lesson, you will learn the phrasal verb 'Rub In' means to massage something until it absorbs. Listen to this audio lesson and then practice using it. Do you find it difficult to use phrasal verbs in your speaking? Or struggle to understand what they mean when you hear them?  Phrasal verbs are challenging but with the right approach, they can be fun to use and help you to express your English in a more natural way.  We can help you to start using phrasal verbs *confidently* in your English in these two ways:  Learn with one of our expert teachers: Your teacher can help you learn, practice, and use phrasal verbs at the same time that you improve your speaking, listening, and vocabulary skills. https://realenglishconversations.com/trial Phrasal Verb Course: 260 audio lessons and 25 phrasal verbs stories will help you learn and understand how to use the common phrasal verbs.  https://realenglishconversations.com/pv-course/

Get our FREE Lesson pack for Podcast listeners: https://realenglishconversations.com/phrasal-verbs/ This is the phrasal verb 'Bank On' which has one meaning. This lesson describes that it means to base your hopes on something or someone. Do you find it difficult to use phrasal verbs in your speaking? Or struggle to understand what they mean when you hear them?  Phrasal verbs are challenging but with the right approach, they can be fun to use and help you to express your English in a more natural way.  We can help you to start using phrasal verbs *confidently* in your English in these two ways:  Learn with one of our expert teachers: Your teacher can help you learn, practice, and use phrasal verbs at the same time that you improve your speaking, listening, and vocabulary skills. https://realenglishconversations.com/trial Phrasal Verb Course: 260 audio lessons and 25 phrasal verbs stories will help you learn and understand how to use the common phrasal verbs.  https://realenglishconversations.com/pv-course/

Get our FREE Lesson pack for Podcast listeners: https://realenglishconversations.com/phrasal-verbs/ The phrasal verb 'make out' is used in three different ways. In this lesson, we show you the meaning to hear something or understand something. Do you find it difficult to use phrasal verbs in your speaking? Or struggle to understand what they mean when you hear them?  Phrasal verbs are challenging but with the right approach, they can be fun to use and help you to express your English in a more natural way.  We can help you to start using phrasal verbs *confidently* in your English in these two ways:  Learn with one of our expert teachers: Your teacher can help you learn, practice, and use phrasal verbs at the same time that you improve your speaking, listening, and vocabulary skills. https://realenglishconversations.com/trial Phrasal Verb Course: 260 audio lessons and 25 phrasal verbs stories will help you learn and understand how to use the common phrasal verbs.  https://realenglishconversations.com/pv-course/

Get our FREE Lesson pack for Podcast listeners: https://realenglishconversations.com/phrasal-verbs/ In this podcast you will learn about the phrasal verb 'give in', which is used when you agree to do something after trying to resist. Do you find it difficult to use phrasal verbs in your speaking? Or struggle to understand what they mean when you hear them?  Phrasal verbs are challenging but with the right approach, they can be fun to use and help you to express your English in a more natural way.  We can help you to start using phrasal verbs *confidently* in your English in these two ways:  Learn with one of our expert teachers: Your teacher can help you learn, practice, and use phrasal verbs at the same time that you improve your speaking, listening, and vocabulary skills. https://realenglishconversations.com/trial Phrasal Verb Course: 260 audio lessons and 25 phrasal verbs stories will help you learn and understand how to use the common phrasal verbs.  https://realenglishconversations.com/pv-course/

Get our FREE Lesson pack for Podcast listeners: https://realenglishconversations.com/phrasal-verbs/ In this podcast lesson we give you some excellent examples showing how to use slip up which means to make a mistake or to have an error. Do you find it difficult to use phrasal verbs in your speaking? Or struggle to understand what they mean when you hear them?  Phrasal verbs are challenging but with the right approach, they can be fun to use and help you to express your English in a more natural way.  We can help you to start using phrasal verbs *confidently* in your English in these two ways:  Learn with one of our expert teachers: Your teacher can help you learn, practice, and use phrasal verbs at the same time that you improve your speaking, listening, and vocabulary skills. https://realenglishconversations.com/trial Phrasal Verb Course: 260 audio lessons and 25 phrasal verbs stories will help you learn and understand how to use the common phrasal verbs.  https://realenglishconversations.com/pv-course/

Phrasal Verbs Lesson: Track Down Alternative Meaning: Finding something or someone Example 1: It's easy to track down Curtis because he always has his cell phone with him. It's easy to find Curtis because he always has his cell phone with him. Example 2: I need to track down a new charger for my laptop from one of the stores here. I need to find a new charger for my laptop from one of the stores here. Join Us Free for More Phrasal Verb Lessons Real English Conversations teaches more than just phrasal verb lessons. We teach students how to become confident, fluent speakers that understand native speakers. Come to our website to learn more about the 7-Day Trial of the Fluency Power Pack membership which gives you access to: Full Phrasal Verb Lessons & Phrasal Verb Stories Real conversation lessons with audio downloads and transcripts Speaking activities designed to improve vocabulary and fluency Join conversation practice sessions with a native speaker. Learn more about the joining us FREE for 7 days here: https://realenglishconversations.com/courses/lp/fpp-trial/

Phrasal Verbs Lesson: Run Down #2 Alternative Meaning: Having low energy or when you are not feeling well. Example 1: I think I'm starting to get sick I'm feeling so run down. I think I'm starting to get sick I'm feeling very low on energy. Example 2: After completing the 25km marathon he felt very run down for 3 days. After completing the 25km marathon he had very low energy for 3 days. Get FREE Access to our Fluency Power Pack Membership Join us FREE for 7 days to get access to full lessons from the Phrasal Verb Course, printable lessons and the Phrasal Verb Stories related to these podcast lessons. Of course, we know you want to improve all aspects of your English to reach fluency which is why our membership includes lessons that show you how to improve your listening skills and give you activities to help you improve your speaking skills too. During your free trial, you will also be able to join the conversation practice sessions to participate in a video call with a native speaker and other members from our website. Take the first step to reach your fluency goals by joining our 7-Day Free Trial here: https://realenglishconversations.com/courses/lp/fpp-trial/

Phrasal Verbs Lesson: Run Down #1 Alternative Meaning: To criticize Example 1: My friend is always running me down for my choice in music. My friend is always criticizing my choice in music. Example 2: She left her boyfriend after 2 years because he was always running her down. She left her boyfriend after 2 years because he was always criticizing her. Get More Phrasal Verb Lessons & Lessons for Fluency Get access to full lessons from the Phrasal Verb Course with lessons you can print, download the audio and get the Phrasal Verb Stories to hear all the phrasal verb lessons being used together plus access to other lessons from our courses by joining our FREE trial.  Your free trial includes access to join conversation practice sessions (with a native speaker) and online lessons that focus on improving listening and speaking skills to speak English confidently and fluently. Take the first step to reach your fluency goals by joining our 7-Day Free Trial here: https://realenglishconversations.com/courses/lp/fpp-trial/

Phrasal Verbs Lesson: Take Off #4 Alternative Meaning:  Take time away from work or to not work Example 1: I asked my boss if i could take 3 days off this week. I asked my boss if i could not work for 3 days this week. Example 2:  I need to take some time off work to destress a bit.  I need to not work to destress a bit. Get FREE Access to our Fluency Power Pack Membership Join us FREE for 7 days to get access to full lessons from the Phrasal Verb Course, printable lessons and the Phrasal Verb Stories related to these podcast lessons. Of course, we know you want to improve all aspects of your English to reach fluency which is why our membership includes lessons that show you how to improve your listening skills and give you activities to help you improve your speaking skills too. During your free trial, you will also be able to join the conversation practice sessions to participate in a video call with a native speaker and other members from our website. Take the first step to reach your fluency goals by joining our 7-Day Free Trial here: https://realenglishconversations.com/courses/lp/fpp-trial/

Phrasal Verbs Lesson: Take Off #3 Alternative Meaning: To Leave Example 1: Thanks for inviting me to the party it was great but I'm going to take off now. Thanks for inviting me to the party it was great but I'm going to leave now. Example 2: The robber took off as quickly as he could from the bank. The robber left as quickly as he could from the bank. Join Us Free for More Phrasal Verb Lessons Real English Conversations teaches more than just phrasal verb lessons. We teach students how to become confident, fluent speakers that understand native speakers. Come to our website to learn more about the 7-Day Trial of the Fluency Power Pack membership which gives you access to: Full Phrasal Verb Lessons & Phrasal Verb Stories Real conversation lessons with audio downloads and transcripts Speaking activities designed to improve vocabulary and fluency Join conversation practice sessions with a native speaker. Learn more about the joining us FREE for 7 days here: https://realenglishconversations.com/courses/lp/fpp-trial/

Phrasal Verbs Lesson: Take Off #2 Alternative Meaning:  To remove something such as a piece of clothing. Example 1: I took off my shoes when I came into the house today. I removed my shoes when I came into the house today. Example 2: Take the painting off the wall so we can clean the wall better. Remove the painting from the wall so we can clean the wall better. Get FREE Access to our Fluency Power Pack Membership Join us FREE for 7 days to get access to full lessons from the Phrasal Verb Course, printable lessons and the Phrasal Verb Stories related to these podcast lessons. Of course, we know you want to improve all aspects of your English to reach fluency which is why our membership includes lessons that show you how to improve your listening skills and give you activities to help you improve your speaking skills too. During your free trial, you will also be able to join the conversation practice sessions to participate in a video call with a native speaker and other members from our website. Take the first step to reach your fluency goals by joining our 7-Day Free Trial here: https://realenglishconversations.com/courses/lp/fpp-trial/

Phrasal Verbs Lesson: Take Off #1 Alternative Meaning:  To leave the ground Example 1: I can't wait for this airplane to take off. I can't wait for this airplane to leave the ground. Example 2: The rocket took off 30 seconds ago. The rocket left the ground 30 seconds ago. Get More Phrasal Verb Lessons & Lessons for Fluency Get access to full lessons from the Phrasal Verb Course with lessons you can print, download the audio and get the Phrasal Verb Stories to hear all the phrasal verb lessons being used together plus access to other lessons from our courses by joining our FREE trial.  Your free trial includes access to join conversation practice sessions (with a native speaker) and online lessons that focus on improving listening and speaking skills to speak English confidently and fluently. Take the first step to reach your fluency goals by joining our 7-Day Free Trial here: https://realenglishconversations.com/courses/lp/fpp-trial/

Phrasal Verbs Lesson: Think Over Alternative Meaning:  Thinking about or to consider something Example 1: I can't make a decision right now this is something I have to think over for a few days. I can't make a decision at this moment this is something I have to consider over the next few days or this is something I have to think about for the next few days. Example 2: My boss gave me a problem to solve at work and I really had to think it over to find a solution. My boss gave me a problem to solve at work I really had to consider it to find a solution. Or My boss gave me a problem to solve at work and I really had to think about it to find a solution. Join Us Free for More Phrasal Verb Lessons Real English Conversations teaches more than just phrasal verb lessons. We teach students how to become confident, fluent speakers that understand native speakers. Come to our website to learn more about the 7-Day Trial of the Fluency Power Pack membership which gives you access to: Full Phrasal Verb Lessons & Phrasal Verb Stories Real conversation lessons with audio downloads and transcripts Speaking activities designed to improve vocabulary and fluency Join conversation practice sessions with a native speaker. Learn more about the joining us FREE for 7 days here: https://realenglishconversations.com/courses/lp/fpp-trial/

Phrasal Verbs Lesson: Act Up #2 Alternative Meaning: When something isn't working properly Example 1: My car was acting up yesterday so I took it to the mechanic to have it repaired. My car wasn't working properly yesterday so I took it to the mechanic to have it repaired. Example 2: When my computer is acting up I just restart it that usually fixes the problem. When my computer isn't working properly I just restart it that usually fixes the problem. Get FREE Access to our Fluency Power Pack Membership Join us FREE for 7 days to get access to full lessons from the Phrasal Verb Course, printable lessons and the Phrasal Verb Stories related to these podcast lessons. Of course, we know you want to improve all aspects of your English to reach fluency which is why our membership includes lessons that show you how to improve your listening skills and give you activities to help you improve your speaking skills too. During your free trial, you will also be able to join the conversation practice sessions to participate in a video call with a native speaker and other members from our website. Take the first step to reach your fluency goals by joining our 7-Day Free Trial here: https://realenglishconversations.com/courses/lp/fpp-trial/

Welcome to the English Phrasal Verbs Podcast This is the podcast where you can listen to some of our free lessons from our Phrasal Verbs course available at RealEnglishConversations.com. This podcast gives you two ways you can express a verb. The first way is with the phrasal verb and the second way uses a different English verb that means the same thing. Both examples are acceptable to explain an idea; however, the majority of the time, the English phrasal verb is used more often an everyday English conversation. Get the Phrasal Verb Course! Get full access to all of the lessons from our course here: https://courses.realenglishconversations.com/pv-course/

Phrasal Verbs Lesson: Act Up 1 Alternative Meaning: To misbehave Example 1: When the teacher left the classroom the students acted up. When the teacher left the classroom the students misbehaved. Example 2: When you give children food with lots of sugar in it, they tend to act up. When you give children food with lots of sugar in it, they tend to misbehave Get FREE Access to our Fluency Power Pack Membership Join us FREE for 7 days to get access to full lessons from the Phrasal Verb Course, printable lessons and the Phrasal Verb Stories related to these podcast lessons. Of course, we know you want to improve all aspects of your English to reach fluency which is why our membership includes lessons that show you how to improve your listening skills and give you activities to help you improve your speaking skills too. During your free trial, you will also be able to join the conversation practice sessions to participate in a video call with a native speaker and other members from our website. Take the first step to reach your fluency goals by joining our 7-Day Free Trial here: https://realenglishconversations.com/courses/lp/fpp-trial/

Phrasal Verbs Lesson: Get Over #2 Alternative Meaning: To stop loving someone you had a relationship with that has ended Example 1: It was difficult to get over his ex-girlfriend because they were together for more than 4 years. It was difficult to stop constantly thinking of his ex-girlfriend and how much he missed her because they were together more than 4 years. Example 2: Getting over the death of his mother took a few months because of their close relationship. Continuing life normally after the death of his mother took a few months because of their close relationship. Get FREE Access to our Fluency Power Pack Membership Join us FREE for 7 days to get access to full lessons from the Phrasal Verb Course, printable lessons and the Phrasal Verb Stories related to these podcast lessons. Of course, we know you want to improve all aspects of your English to reach fluency which is why our membership includes lessons that show you how to improve your listening skills and give you activities to help you improve your speaking skills too. During your free trial, you will also be able to join the conversation practice sessions to participate in a video call with a native speaker and other members from our website. Take the first step to reach your fluency goals by joining our 7-Day Free Trial here: https://realenglishconversations.com/courses/lp/fpp-trial/

Phrasal Verbs Lesson 124: Take Back #2 Alternative Meaning:  To return something or to take possession again Example 1: I’m going to take back a pair of jeans I bought because they don’t fit very well. I’m going to return a pair of jeans I bought because they don’t fit very well. Example 2: He said he would take the cat back if it doesn’t adjust well in our home. He said he would accept the return of the cat if it doesn’t adjust well in our home. Get More Phrasal Verb Lessons & Lessons for Fluency Get access to full lessons from the Phrasal Verb Course with lessons you can print, download the audio and get the Phrasal Verb Stories to hear all the phrasal verb lessons being used together plus access to other lessons from our courses by joining our FREE trial.  Your free trial includes access to join conversation practice sessions (with a native speaker) and online lessons that focus on improving listening and speaking skills to speak English confidently and fluently. Take the first step to reach your fluency goals by joining our 7-Day Free Trial here: https://realenglishconversations.com/courses/lp/fpp-trial/

Phrasal Verbs Lesson: Wash Down #2 Alternative Meaning: To drink something during eating to swallow easier. Example 1: I had to wash down my food with a glass of water because it was very dry. I had to drink a glass of water in order to swallow my food because it was very dry. Example 2: He washed down 2 vitamins with a glass of orange juice. He swallowed 2 vitamins with a glass of orange juice. Join Us Free for More Phrasal Verb Lessons Real English Conversations teaches more than just phrasal verb lessons. We teach students how to become confident, fluent speakers that understand native speakers. Come to our website to learn more about the 7-Day Trial of the Fluency Power Pack membership which gives you access to: Full Phrasal Verb Lessons & Phrasal Verb Stories Real conversation lessons with audio downloads and transcripts Speaking activities designed to improve vocabulary and fluency Join conversation practice sessions with a native speaker. Learn more about the joining us FREE for 7 days here: https://realenglishconversations.com/courses/lp/fpp-trial/

Phrasal Verbs Lesson: Fired Up Alternative Meaning:  To be annoyed, enthusiastic or angry about something or someone Example 1: Steve was fired up to get his business started after a conference he attended. Steve was enthusiastic to get his business started after a conference he attended. Example 2: The bad customer service I received at the bank had me fired up. I was telling everyone about my horrible experience afterwards. The bad customer service I received at the bank had really annoyed me. I was telling everyone about my horrible experience afterwards. Get FREE Access to our Fluency Power Pack Membership Join us FREE for 7 days to get access to full lessons from the Phrasal Verb Course, printable lessons and the Phrasal Verb Stories related to these podcast lessons. Of course, we know you want to improve all aspects of your English to reach fluency which is why our membership includes lessons that show you how to improve your listening skills and give you activities to help you improve your speaking skills too. During your free trial, you will also be able to join the conversation practice sessions to participate in a video call with a native speaker and other members from our website. Take the first step to reach your fluency goals by joining our 7-Day Free Trial here: https://realenglishconversations.com/courses/lp/fpp-trial/

Go after can be used in a couple of different ways. In this lesson, we explain how to use it when you are talking about a sequence of events or to 'be next'.

Phrasal Verbs Lesson: Chicken Out Alternative Meaning: To be too scared to do an activity at the last minute Example 1: Everyone was jumping off the bridge into the water but Joey chickened out. Everyone was jumping off the bridge into the water but Joey decided not to do it because he was scared. Example 2: A lot of people want to have their own business but they chicken out when they think about the uncertainty of success. A lot of people want to have their own business but they decide not to because they are scared of not being successful. Get More Phrasal Verb Lessons & Lessons for Fluency Get access to full lessons from the Phrasal Verb Course with lessons you can print, download the audio and get the Phrasal Verb Stories to hear all the phrasal verb lessons being used together plus access to other lessons from our courses by joining our FREE trial. Your free trial includes access to join conversation practice sessions (with a native speaker) and online lessons that focus on improving listening and speaking skills to speak English confidently and fluently. Take the first step to reach your fluency goals by joining our 7-Day Free Trial here: https://realenglishconversations.com/courses/lp/fpp-trial/

Phrasal Verbs Lesson: Cut Out #1 Alternative Meaning: When the power, electricity or sound suddenly stops working Example 1: The power cut out for 2 hours during the storm last night. The electricity was unavailable for 2 hours during the storm last night. Example 2: The microphone was cutting out while the director was speaking to the crowd. The sound on the microphone was interrupted while the director was speaking to the crowd. Join Us Free for More Phrasal Verb Lessons Real English Conversations teaches more than just phrasal verb lessons. We teach students how to become confident, fluent speakers that understand native speakers. Come to our website to learn more about the 7-Day Trial of the Fluency Power Pack membership which gives you access to: Full Phrasal Verb Lessons & Phrasal Verb Stories Real conversation lessons with audio downloads and transcripts Speaking activities designed to improve vocabulary and fluency Join conversation practice sessions with a native speaker. Learn more about the joining us FREE for 7 days here: https://realenglishconversations.com/courses/lp/fpp-trial/

Break off has a few different meanings. In this lesson, we are going to focus on how it means 'to end a relationship'. You will hear it being used to describe a romantic relationship and also a business relationship.

Phrasal Verbs Lesson: Fish For Alternative Meaning: To ask or look for information Example 1: When I spoke to the insurance company I could tell they were fishing for more information. When I spoke to the insurance company I could tell they were trying to get more information. Example 2: My mom knew the story was not true, so she started fishing for the truth with her questions. My mom knew the story was not true, so she started trying to get the truth with her questions. Get FREE Access to our Fluency Power Pack Membership Join us FREE for 7 days to get access to full lessons from the Phrasal Verb Course, printable lessons and the Phrasal Verb Stories related to these podcast lessons. Of course, we know you want to improve all aspects of your English to reach fluency which is why our membership includes lessons that show you how to improve your listening skills and give you activities to help you improve your speaking skills too. During your free trial, you will also be able to join the conversation practice sessions to participate in a video call with a native speaker and other members from our website. Take the first step to reach your fluency goals by joining our 7-Day Free Trial here: https://realenglishconversations.com/courses/lp/fpp-trial/

Phrasal Verbs Lesson: Break Off #1 Alternative Meaning: To end a relationship Example 1: It was a difficult decision but Julie broke it off with John. It was a difficult decision but Julie ended the relationship with John. Example 2: When a couple is arguing often, it may be time to break it off. When a couple is arguing often, it may be time to end the relationship. Join Us Free for More Phrasal Verb Lessons Real English Conversations teaches more than just phrasal verb lessons. We teach students how to become confident, fluent speakers that understand native speakers. Come to our website to learn more about the 7-Day Trial of the Fluency Power Pack membership which gives you access to: Full Phrasal Verb Lessons & Phrasal Verb Stories Real conversation lessons with audio downloads and transcripts Speaking activities designed to improve vocabulary and fluency Join conversation practice sessions with a native speaker. Learn more about the joining us FREE for 7 days here: https://realenglishconversations.com/courses/lp/fpp-trial/