phrasal verbs a-c lesson 9

Phrasal Verbs in English

Learn various phrasal verbs and how to

use them in conversation!

Phrasal Verbs in EnglishA-C

Lesson 1: Add up (I and II), and up toLesson 2: Back down and offLesson 3: Back up (I, II, and III)Lesson 4: Blow up (I, II, and III)Lesson 5: Break down (I, II, and III)Lesson 6: Bring up (I and II)Lesson 7: Call off and onLesson 8: Check into, off, and out ofLesson 9: Come across, down with, and to (I and II)Lesson 10: Count on and cut back on

Separable vs. InseparableSome phrasal verbs can

be separated…For example:

I will add up the total. OK!

I will add the total up. OK!

but some cannot!

For example:

The teacher never calls on you in class.

OK!The teacher never calls you on in class

NOT OK!

Come acrossDefinition:

To meet or find by chance(Inseparable)

I came across an old picture when I was cleaning.

Now, make your own sentence using “come across”!

See how many sentences you can make in 3 minutes.

Come down withDefinition:

To get sick with a specific illness(Inseparable)

I came down with the flu last week.

Now, make your own sentence using “come down with”!

See how many sentences you can make in 3 minutes.

Come toDefinition (I):

To regain consciousness(Inseparable)

He came to a few minutes after he was punched in the face.

(II)To reach a total amount(Inseparable)

The bill comes to $10.55.

Now, make your own sentence using “come to”!

See how many sentences you can make in 3 minutes.

Questions and HomeworkDo you have any questions?

For homework: Write a paragraph about a situation in your everyday life using one of the phrasal verbs we learned. We’ll talk about it next time!