195. Sound More Advanced: Essential Business Phrasal Verbs #1
Nov 8, 2023
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Discover effective strategies for using phrasal verbs naturally in professional settings, including personalized learning approaches and a valuable newsletter. Challenges and benefits of learning and using phrasal verbs are discussed. The usage and meanings of 'lay out', 'sort out', and 'iron out' phrasal verbs are explored. Learn how to incorporate these phrasal verbs into everyday conversations.
The podcast provides practical tips for incorporating phrasal verbs into professional language, boosting confidence and expanding vocabulary.
The episode focuses on phrasal verbs with the preposition 'out' that are used to present solutions, sort out problems, and iron out differences.
Deep dives
Using phrasal verbs to express yourself at work
This podcast episode focuses on the challenge of using phrasal verbs effectively at work. The host acknowledges that while many people are familiar with phrasal verbs, they often struggle to use them in their own communication. The mini-series aims to provide practical tips to help listeners incorporate phrasal verbs into their professional language. Emphasizing the importance of connecting the dots, the podcast suggests various strategies for learning and using phrasal verbs, tailored to individual learning preferences. The ultimate goal is to boost confidence and expand vocabulary in order to express oneself more fluently in a business context.
Exploring phrasal verbs with the preposition 'out'
This episode dives into the specific category of phrasal verbs with the preposition 'out', focusing on solutions or finding solutions. The chosen phrasal verbs in this category are 'lay out', 'sort out', and 'iron out'. 'Lay out' refers to presenting a solution, and examples provided include laying out a vision or a proposal. 'Sort out' is a direct swap for 'solve', often used to address problems or issues. 'Iron out' is used to fix or resolve teething problems or differences, both in the context of system implementations or interpersonal relationships. The episode also covers the correct collocations, transitivity, and separability of each phrasal verb, offering insights on how to use them naturally.
Tips for effectively using phrasal verbs in communication
The podcast provides additional tips to help listeners use phrasal verbs effectively. It suggests reviewing the episode's content through the accompanying newsletter, reinforcing learning and aiding retention. The importance of context and collocation is emphasized to ensure phrasal verbs are used appropriately. The episode also highlights the desirability of sounding natural, particularly through correct pronunciation and linking of words. Although phrasal verbs are not necessary for basic communication, using them can enhance confidence and allow for more advanced expression. Overall, the episode encourages listeners to expand their vocabulary and improve their English proficiency by incorporating phrasal verbs into their everyday conversations.
Do you hear others using phrasal verbs but they never seem to pop into your head? More or less you understand the meaning or perhaps you've seen them before but you just don't use them. This is really frustrating because you want to make progress and not just use the same words all the same. This is the first in a new series that will look at how to help you sound more advanced. We will start with phrasal verbs. Make sure you sign up to the newsletter to get the written summary with sentence examples that you can use.