Name: 6 tips for learning new phrasal verbs: Ask BBC Learning English
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Modal verbs - A2

How can you learn new phrasal verbs without being overwhelmed?

To-infinitive

Gerund

So, my question is how can I learn new phrasal verbs without freaking out?

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Now, let's get back to those tips for learning new phrasal verbs.

You can learn new phrasal verbs in context by watching films, the news, listening to music.

I've been stealing money from the company for years, nobody's noticed, so I think I've got away with it.

Tip two, when you learn a new phrasal verb, don't forget to note it down.

And remember to include your own example sentence.

I ruined my husband's favorite jumper, but I think I got away with it.

Find out if the phrasal verb you're learning needs an object, is it direct or indirect, separable?

These things will help you be able to use the phrasal verb.

Learn phrasal verbs that are important for your life and your interests.

I have a Spanish exam coming up, so I'm going to read over my notes and brush up on my verbs.

When you learn new phrasal verbs, use them when you're speaking, when you're writing, on social media, that way, you'll be able to remember it.

Hey Beth, my birthday's coming up soon, have you thought about my present?

And one final tip, remember not all phrasal verbs are informal.

You can use them in work and business contexts too.

Right, we've had to bring forward the meeting as there's lots of data to go over, but first I'll hand out the documents for you all to quickly look through.

Um, I'll set up another meeting for later in the week.

That's all for now, but check below for more information, and I'll catch up with you very soon.