Not all phrasal verbs are phrasal verbs

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This collaborative session explores the challenging area of phrasal verbs. We look at the difference between phrasal verbs, prepositional verbs, and other multi-word verb combinations that often cause confusion — and why some of them aren’t multi-word verbs at all. You’ll learn a series of useful checks and questions to help you identify meaning, understand classification, and decide whether a verb is separable or inseparable. We’ll also look at how to explain these patterns clearly to students. There’s space to share experiences, ask questions, and connect with other teachers facing similar challenges.