Verbos Frasales Flashcards
What is a phrasal verb?
A phrasal verb is a verb combined with one or more particles (prepositions or adverbs) that creates a new meaning.
True or False: Phrasal verbs can have both literal and idiomatic meanings.
True
Fill in the blank: The phrasal verb ‘give up’ means to _____ trying.
stop
Which of the following is a phrasal verb? a) run b) run out of c) running
b) run out of
What does the phrasal verb ‘look after’ mean?
To take care of someone or something.
True or False: Phrasal verbs can only be used in informal contexts.
False
Provide an example of a separable phrasal verb.
‘Turn off’ as in ‘Please turn off the lights.’
What does ‘bring up’ mean?
To raise a topic or subject for discussion.
Fill in the blank: To ‘run into’ someone means to _____ unexpectedly.
meet
Which phrasal verb means to complete something successfully?
‘Carry out’
True or False: All phrasal verbs are inseparable.
False
What is the meaning of ‘break down’?
To stop functioning or to collapse emotionally.
Multiple choice: What does ‘give in’ mean? a) To surrender b) To push forward c) To ignore
a) To surrender
What does the phrasal verb ‘take off’ mean in an aviation context?
To leave the ground and begin to fly.
Fill in the blank: ‘Put off’ means to _____ something to a later time.
postpone
Which of the following is an example of an inseparable phrasal verb? a) turn off b) look for c) take apart
b) look for
What does ‘make up’ mean?
To invent a story or lie, or to reconcile after a disagreement.
True or False: Phrasal verbs can change the meaning of the original verb.
True
What does ‘run out of’ mean?
To have no more of something left.
Multiple choice: Which phrasal verb means to cancel? a) call off b) put off c) take off
a) call off
Fill in the blank: ‘Come across’ means to _____ unexpectedly.
find
What does ‘set up’ mean?
To arrange or establish something.
True or False: ‘Get along’ means to have a good relationship.
True
