English Phrasal Verbs for Fun January 24, 2014

Phrasal verbs used in American English idioms are fascinating to our students at PC TECH.  Here are some examples, with more to follow in the near future:

“I want to ask her out, but I am too shy.”  [To ask someone to go on a date, such as dinner or a movie]

“If you need to borrow a pencil, just ask around.”  [Ask several people]

“Please back your car up so I can open the door.”  [Put the car in reverse]

“Make sure you back up your computer files often.”  [Save copies of your files]

“I will back you up when you ask the boss for a raise.”  [I will support you]

“Don’t back down when the boss refuses.”  [Don’t take “No” for an answer]

“When I asked again for a raise, the boss blew up.”  [Got very angry]

“We have to blow up a lot of balloons for the children.”  [Fill the balloons with air or helium gas]

“If you don’t have your car serviced regularly, it may break down on the road at the worst time.”  [It may stop working]

“The suspect broke down when the police presented him with the evidence.”  [Became very upset]

“To solve that math problem, you will have to break it down into smaller parts.”  [Divide it into small sections]

PC TECH: English Language School in New York City