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Understanding Phrasal Verbs
by English for Introverts
Why are English phrasal verbs so confusing? This podcast will answer that question, and show you exactly how to learn them and use them. Private Facebook community for introverted language learners: https://form.jotform.com/alyssapoco/facebook-group Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/phrasalverbs/support
Episodes
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Metaphors: the key to understanding everything
What is a metaphor? You may be surprised to find out that it is NOT only something English teachers make you learn to write poetry! Metaphors are absolutely everywhere, and understanding them will be the #1 trick to understanding any phrasal verb you find *out in the wild.* This episode is only…
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5 Good Reasons to Learn Phrasal Verbs
In this episode I give 5 good reasons to learn phrasal verbs, in no order. Actually, #5 is the one I want you to hear the most, oops! Links: Article- NPR- 5 Reasons Why We Code Switch Video: What is Code Switching Video: What is Code Switching Introverted Language Learners Private Facebook Group…
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Business English myths
In this episode I explain the myth of business English and how it is related to phrasal verbs. I give a few examples (taken from the popular business English book, Market Leader, there are thousands of phrasal verbs you could use for business.) The examples: 1. Let's get down to business (start…
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Word stress in phrasal verbs- there's a rule!
In this episode I discuss how important word stress is in English in general, and give you lots of examples. I give you more tips on how to know when someone uses a ~phrasal verb...if its really a phrasal verb or the NOUN version. The end of the episode also includes an exercise to practice your...
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Are phrasal verbs informal? Formality in English explained
In this episode I cover some important concepts that will help you in your English journey, not only with phrasal verbs: 1. PHRASAL VERBS ARE NOT 'INFORMAL' 2. formality in English 2. ENGLISH IS NOT PRONOUNCED THE WAY IT IS SPELLED 3. Latin based words (formal, save for writing) and Germanic…
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Word order in separable phrasal verbs (take on me, take me on?!)
In this episode I make use of the song 'Take on me' by the 80's Norwegian band a-ha to explain the rule of word order in separable phrasal verbs. *I do not own the rights to this song, and the segment of the song played in this episode is for educational purposes only.* Rule: With separable…
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Fill out, find out, figure out
In this episode we discuss fill out, find out, and figure out. We compare find out and figure out, because they are commonly confused with each other. Fill out: 1. transitive and separable- to complete a form with information. Very similar to 'fill in,' though that is more typically used with...
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Why are phrasal verbs confusing and how to learn them
Stay up to date and follow me on Instagram @english.for.introverts . (I changed my username from what I said in the episode!) Ok, so this was the second podcast I ever recorded in my life, but the information here is almost like a phrasal verbs masterclass. Almost. I intentionally did not go into...
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Who am I and what is this podcast about?
Stay up to date and follow me on Instagram @english.for.introverts . (I changed my username from what I said in the episode!) In this episode I introduce myself, tell you a little about my background, and give you a brief explanation of what to expect from this podcast.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Why are English phrasal verbs so confusing? This podcast will answer that question, and show you exactly how to learn them and use them. Private Facebook community for introverted language learners: https://form.jotform.com/alyssapoco/facebook-group Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/phrasalverbs/support
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Why are English phrasal verbs so confusing? This podcast will answer that question, and show you exactly how to learn them and use them. Private Facebook community for introverted language learners: https://form.jotform.com/alyssapoco/facebook-group Support this podcast:...
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