Word up – On


A phrasal verb is a commonly used collocation of a verb and preposition used together to create a new unit of meaning:

  • Carry on – continue doing something.
  • Go on – continue talking.
  • Get on – have a good relationship with someone.
  • Take on – hire / employ someone.
  • Hold on – wait.
  • Try on – when you check how an item of clothing looks by wearing it.
  • Decide on – choose.
  • Build on – use your current success to plan to acheive more.