"Phrasal Verbs at Home: Simplifying Everyday Language in the House"
- Nov 11, 2025
- 5 min read
Phrasal verbs for business, phrasal verbs from movies, now we have phrasal verbs that can be used at home. Today's lesson will cover phrasal verbs that we can use in our daily lives at home, at a friend's house, at a hotel as well as other places and situations. Imagine, you are trying to study, and the music, is too loud, how can you ask your neighbor to..hm...ahhhh turn down the music? Another example, you are at home, but you are cold, you want to make the house warmer...hmm...ahhh turn the heat up. Lets continue!
Phrasal Verbs
1. Heat up:
Definition: To make something hotter or increase in temperature.
Examples:
Please heat up the soup before serving.
She used the microwave to heat up her leftovers.
We need to heat up the room with a heater.
2. Cool down:
Definition: To lower the temperature or make something cooler.
Examples:
Let the cake cool down before frosting it.
After a workout, it's essential to cool down your body with stretching.
The air conditioner helps cool down the entire office.
3. Pull in:
Definition: To arrive at a location, often in a vehicle.
Examples:
The train will pull in at the station in five minutes.
He pulled in front of the house and parked the car.
The bus pulled in, and passengers started to disembark.
4. Pull out:
Definition: To leave a place, often in a vehicle.
Examples:
The car pulled out of the parking lot and joined the traffic.
The military decided to pull out of the region.
The train is about to pull out of the station.
5. Turn up:
Definition: To increase in volume, intensity, or level.
Examples:
Can you turn up the music? It's too quiet.
The excitement turned up as the event approached.
She turned up the heat to warm the room quickly.
6. Turn down:
Definition: To decrease in volume, intensity, or level.
Examples:
Please turn down the TV; it's too loud.
They had to turn down the offer due to scheduling conflicts.
The teacher asked the students to turn down the noise in the classroom.
7. Turn on:
Definition: To activate or start the operation of a device.
Examples:
Don't forget to turn on the lights when you enter the room.
She turned on the coffee maker to brew a fresh pot.
It's time to turn on the computer and start working.
8. Turn off:
Definition: To deactivate or stop the operation of a device.
Examples:
Before leaving, make sure to turn off all the lights.
Please turn off your phone during the movie.
He forgot to turn off the oven after baking.
9. Warm up:
Definition: To increase the temperature or prepare for an activity.
Examples:
Let's warm up before the exercise routine.
She warmed up her hands by the fireplace.
The sun helps to warm up the air in the morning.
10. Tidy up:
Definition: To organize or clean a space.
Examples:
Before guests arrive, we need to tidy up the living room.
The children were asked to tidy up their toys.
Let's tidy up the office before the meeting.
11. Clean up:
Definition: To make something clean or free from dirt or mess.
Examples:
After the party, we all helped to clean up the house.
The environmental group organized a beach clean-up.
It's time to clean up the kitchen after cooking.
12. Take out:
Definition: To remove or extract something from a place.
Examples:
Can you take out the trash on your way out?
Let's take out the ingredients for tonight's dinner.
The surgeon had to take out the appendix.
13. Put on:
Definition: To wear or dress oneself in clothing.
Examples:
It's cold outside; don't forget to put on your jacket.
She put on her favorite dress for the party.
Don't put on those shoes; they're still wet
Definition: To start playing or showing something, such as a movie, song, etc.
Let's put on a movie for our movie night.
He put on his favorite song and started dancing.
Can you put on the news so we can catch up on current events?
14. Put away:
Definition: To store or place something in its designated location.
Examples:
After playing, make sure to put away your toys.
He put away the dishes in the kitchen cabinets.
Let's put away the books on the shelf.
Story
On a bright Saturday morning, Mark decided it was time to clean up his apartment. He put on his favorite playlist and turned up the volume With a sense of determination, he started to tidy up each room, putting away clothes, organizing papers, and cleaning surfaces.
As he was in the middle of his cleaning spree, Mark's friend, Sarah, called to ask if she could come over for a visit. Delighted, Mark agreed, realizing he needed a break from his chores. He quickly pulled out some snacks from the kitchen, ensuring there would be something to munch on during Sarah's visit.
Mark smiled when he saw Sarah pull into the drive way. They decided to watch a movie and mark put on a classic comedy, and they settle in for a laughter-filled afternoon.
After the movie, Mark felt a burst of energy. He suggested they go for a hike for a hike. Excited about the idea, they put on their hiking gear and headed to the nearby trail. The crisp air and scenic views turned up their spirits as they explored nature
Upon returning home, they were a bit tired but in good spirits. Sarah offered to help Mark prepare dinner. They decided to heat up some leftovers, turning up the heat on the stove to warm the food. While the food was heating up, they chatted about their day, reminiscing about the funny moments from the movie and the beautiful sights on the hike.
As they sat down to eat, Mark's phone rang. It was his neighbor, politely asking him to turn down the volume of the music. Mark, realizing he had left the playlist on, apologized and turned it down, ensuring a peaceful atmosphere for everyone around.
After dinner, Mark and Sarah decided to clean up together. They put away the dishes, tidied the kitchen, and decided to dim the lights to create a cozy ambiance. With the chores completed, they sat down to enjoy a cup of tea, relaxing before Sarah had to head out and pull out of the driveway in front of Mark's apartment.
As Mark reflected on the day, he felt a sense of accomplishment. It had been a day filled with productivity, laughter, and outdoor adventure. He turned off the lights, turned down the thermostat for a comfortable night, and went to bed with a contented smile, looking forward to another day of warmth and positive vibes.
Questions
Why did Mark decide to clean up his apartment on that Saturday morning?
What did Mark do to enhance the cleaning experience, and how did it impact his mood?
What did Mark do when his friend Sarah called, and what was his reaction to her request?
How did Mark prepare for Sarah's visit?
Describe the atmosphere when Sarah pulled into the driveway.
What activity did Mark and Sarah decide to do after Sarah's arrival, and how did they set the tone for it?
What did Mark and Sarah decide to do after watching the movie?
What effect did the hike have on Mark and Sarah?
How did Mark and Sarah handle the request from Mark's neighbor, and what was the outcome?
How did Mark and Sarah conclude their day together, and what was Mark's overall feeling as he went to bed?
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