Типовые выражения (обсуждайте, заучивайте и подставляйте свои данные):
| My parents brought me up to be polite and hardworking. |
| They called off the meeting at the last minute because the boss was sick. |
| After the argument, she needed time alone to calm down. |
| I missed the bus, but I managed to catch up with my friends at the station. |
| Don’t forget to check in online 24 hours before your flight. |
| The hotel staff asked us to check out by 11 a.m. |
| “Come in!” — she shouted when she heard the knock at the door. |
| He came up with a great idea for the school project. |
| I made a mistake in my essay, so the teacher told me to do it over. |
| Feel free to drop in anytime — we’re always happy to see you! |
| Can you drop me off near the supermarket on your way home? |
| We rarely eat out because cooking at home is cheaper. |
| I can’t figure out how this app works — it’s so confusing! |
| I found out yesterday that my cousin is moving to Canada. |
| I usually get up at 7 a.m. on weekdays. |
| Be careful when you get in and get out of the car — watch for traffic! |
| She gave up smoking last year and feels much healthier now. |
| He gave away all his old clothes to charity. |
| On weekends, we like to go out for dinner or a movie. |
| Before the test, we went over all the grammar rules again. |
| Children grow up so fast — it feels like yesterday he was a baby! |
| We often hang out at the park after school. |
| “Hold on a second — I’ll be right back!” |
| Hurry up! The bus is leaving in two minutes! |
| Even when it’s hard, she keeps on studying English every day. |
| I’m looking for my keys — have you seen them? |
| Don’t put off your homework until the last minute. |
| It’s cold outside — put on your jacket before you leave. |
| Please take off your shoes when you come inside. |
| The plane will take off in 15 minutes. |
| She took out a book from her bag and started reading. |
| Don’t throw away that box — we might need it later! |
| He turned around when he heard his name. |
| Can you turn on the light? It’s too dark in here. |
| Turn down the music — I’m trying to concentrate! |
| I woke up late this morning and missed breakfast. |
| Athletes always warm up before a race to avoid injuries. |
| I work out at the gym three times a week. |
Task: Восстанови фразовый глагол
Прочитай предложения и вставь подходящий фразовый глагол из списка в правильной форме.
Слова для справки: bring up, call off, calm down, catch up, check in, check out, come in, come up with, do over, drop in, drop off, eat out, figure out, find out, get up, get in/out, give up, give away, go out, go over, grow up, hang out, hold on, hurry up, keep on, look for, put off, put on, take off, take out, throw away, turn around, turn on/off, turn up/down, wake up, warm up, work out
- I couldn’t solve the puzzle — it took me hours to __________ it!
- She __________ all her old toys because her children don’t play with them anymore.
- Don’t __________ your dreams, even if they seem impossible.
- We __________ late last night and missed the beginning of the film.
- Please __________ your coat — it’s warm inside!
Task: Перепиши по-другому
Переформулируй каждое предложение, сохранив смысл, но используя другой фразовый глагол или конструкцию.
Пример: She gave up smoking. → She stopped smoking.
She came up with a brilliant plan.
He called off the trip.
I need to calm down.
They dropped me off at the station.
Don’t put off your homework.
Справочник английской грамматики
Типовые вопросы:
| Who brought you up — your parents or someone else? |
| Have you ever called off a plan at the last minute? Why? |
| What do you do to calm down when you’re stressed? |
| Did you catch up with your friends after the holidays? |
| Do you always check in online before flying? |
| When did you last check out a new café or restaurant? |
| Is it okay to come in without knocking at your friend’s house? |
| Can you come up with a good excuse for being late? |
| Have you ever had to do over a test or assignment? |
| Do your friends often drop in unannounced? |
| Who usually drops you off at work or school? |
| How often do you eat out during the week? |
| Can you figure out difficult math problems easily? |
| When did you last find out some surprising news? |
| What time do you usually get up on weekends? |
| Do you prefer to get in a taxi or use public transport? |
| Have you ever given up on a hobby? Which one? |
| Do you ever give away things you no longer need? |
| What do you like to do when you go out with friends? |
| Do you go over your notes before an exam? |
| What’s the most important lesson you learned as you grew up? |
| Where do you usually hang out on Friday evenings? |
| How long can you hold on during a boring meeting? |
| Do people often tell you to hurry up? |
| What helps you keep on learning English even when it’s hard? |
| What are you looking for right now in your life? |
| Do you often put off doing things you don’t like? |
| What do you always put on before leaving the house? |
| When was the last time you took off your shoes indoors? |
| Do you get nervous when the plane takes off? |
| What do you usually take out of your bag first when you get home? |
| Do you ever throw away food, or do you try to avoid waste? |
| Would you turn around if a stranger called your name? |
| Who usually turns on the TV in your house? |
| Do you ask people to turn down their music in public places? |
Task: Ответь на вопросы
Выбери 8 вопросов из списка и ответь на них письменно (3–5 полных предложений на каждый). Старайся использовать разные времена (Past Simple, Present Perfect, Future, Present Continuous и т.д.).
Task: Составь диалог
Представь, что ты разговариваешь с другом. Используя 6 разных фразовых глаголов из списка, напиши короткий диалог (8–10 реплик), в котором обсуждается, например, планы на выходные, проблемы с учёбой или поездка.
Пример начала:
— Hey, can you drop me off at the library later?
— Sure! But don’t put off studying again…
Расскажите, раздавали ли вы когда-нибудь бесплатно старые вещи; что вам пришлось перенести/отменить недавно и почему; что помогает вам успокоиться, когда вы нервничаете или злитесь:
Вопросы для обсуждения:
— Why do you think phrasal verbs are difficult for English learners?
— Which phrasal verb do you use most often in your daily life? Why?
— Can you think of a situation where using the wrong phrasal verb could cause confusion?
— Do you prefer learning phrasal verbs by memorising lists or through stories and real-life examples?
— If you could “invent” a new phrasal verb, what would it mean and how would you use it?
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Why Phrasal Verbs Are the Secret Sauce of English
Phrasal verbs might look small, but they pack a big punch! Made of a verb + a particle (like up, off, out), they often mean something completely different from the original verb. For example, give up doesn’t mean “to give something upward” — it means to quit!
Native speakers use phrasal verbs constantly — in texts, conversations, movies, and songs. “I woke up late,” “She turned down the offer,” “They hung out all weekend.” Without them, English sounds stiff or unnatural.
The tricky part? One verb can have many meanings: take off can mean removing clothes (“Take off your hat”) or a plane leaving the ground (“The flight takes off at 6”). That’s why context is king!
But don’t give up! The best way to learn phrasal verbs is to keep on using them — in writing, speaking, and listening. Figure out which ones you need most, go over them regularly, and soon you’ll catch up with even native speakers. Just remember: every expert was once a beginner who refused to throw away their dictionary!