Verbs
* Definition: A verb is a word that describes an action, state, or occurrence.
* Examples: run, jump, think, exist, be
* Structure: Single word (often called a "lexical verb").
* Function: They form the core of a sentence, conveying what is happening.
Phrasal Verbs
* Definition: A phrasal verb is a combination of a verb and one or two prepositions or adverbs that together create a new meaning.
* Examples: look up, break down, take off, turn on, put up with
* Structure: Verb + Preposition/Adverb
* Function: Phrasal verbs often express more complex actions or concepts than single-word verbs. They can be idiomatic, meaning their meaning is not always deducible from the individual words.
Key Differences
* Structure: Verbs are single words, while phrasal verbs are combinations of words.
* Meaning: Phrasal verbs often have meanings that are different from the individual words that make them up. Verbs have a more direct, literal meaning.
* Idioms: Phrasal verbs are more likely to be idiomatic than regular verbs.
Examples
* Verb: She runs every day.
* Phrasal Verb: She runs into her friends at the coffee shop. (This means she meets them unexpectedly)
Important Note:
* Not all combinations of verbs and prepositions are phrasal verbs. For example, "walk to the store" is not a phrasal verb because "walk" and "to" don't create a new, unique meaning together.
Let me know if you have any other questions about verbs and phrasal verbs!