Here's a breakdown:
Phrasal Verbs: These consist of a verb + a preposition or adverb.
* Examples:
* "look up" (meaning to search for information)
* "break down" (meaning to stop working)
* "give up" (meaning to stop trying)
Multi-Word Verbs: These are a bit broader and can include more than two words. They often consist of a verb + adverb + preposition.
* Examples:
* "get away with" (meaning to escape punishment)
* "look forward to" (meaning to anticipate with pleasure)
* "put up with" (meaning to tolerate)
Important Notes:
* Meaning: The meaning of a phrasal or multi-word verb is often different from the individual meanings of the words combined.
* Separability: Some phrasal verbs can be separated by an object (e.g., "I looked up the information."), while others cannot.
* Prepositions: The preposition in a phrasal verb is crucial to its meaning.
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