Here's why they're called "multi-part" verbs:
* Two or more words: They are not just one word, but a combination of words that function as a single verb.
* Meaning is often different: The meaning of the phrasal verb is often different from the meaning of the verb alone.
Examples:
* Get up: (verb + particle) "I get up early every morning."
* Look up: (verb + particle) "I looked up the answer in the dictionary."
* Put off: (verb + particle) "I put off doing my homework."
Types of Phrasal Verbs:
* Intransitive: They do not take a direct object. (Example: "The plane took off.")
* Transitive: They take a direct object. (Example: "I switched off the lights.")
* Separable: The object can come between the verb and the particle. (Example: "I turned off the TV." or "I turned the TV off.")
* Inseparable: The object cannot come between the verb and the particle. (Example: "I looked after my little sister.")
Why are they important?
Phrasal verbs are very common in English, especially in spoken and informal language. Learning them is crucial for understanding and speaking English fluently.
Let me know if you'd like more information about phrasal verbs, or if you have any other questions!