Phrasal verbs are ‘multi-word verbs’ in which one word is a verb while the other may be a preposition or adverb. And, today in this lesson, we are going to see 9 phrasal verbs starting with the verb PUT. Make sure to learn to improve your English Speaking.
Phrasal verbs with PUT
Given below is the list of 9 Phrasal Verbs with PUT:
1. Put away
Meaning: Return something to the proper place
Example: I just took these clothes out of the dryer. Will you help me put them away?
2. Put off
Meaning: Postpone; delay; avoid
Example: I can’t put this work off any longer. If I don’t do it soon, it will be impossible to finish it in time.
3. Put on
Meaning: Begin to wear
Example: It’s a little bit chilly outside. You’d better put a sweater on.
4. Put on
Meaning: Try to make someone believe something that is ridiculous or untrue
Example: Don’t believe a word of what Nitin was saying. He is just putting us on.
5. Put (someone) out
Meaning: inconvenience someone
Example: I hate to put you out, but I need a ride to the train station and hope you can take me.
6. Put up
Meaning: Return something to the proper place
Example: Your toys are all over the floor, Meena. Please put them up.
7. Put up
Meaning: Provide someone with a place to sleep
Example: There is no need for you to check into a hotel. I’ll be happy to put you up.
8. Put up with
Meaning: Tolerate
Example: It’s really important to come to work on time. The boss won’t put up with tardiness.
9. Put back
Meaning: Return something to the proper place
Example: I’ve finished with these books. Do you want me to put them back on the shelves?
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