Speak Naturally: The 8 Phrasal Verbs You Must Know To Improve Your Business English
SPEAK NATURALLY: THE 8 PHRASAL VERBS YOU MUST KNOW TO IMPROVE YOUR BUSINESS ENGLISH
Master essential workplace phrasal verbs and communicate more naturally and confidently in Business English.
Do you sometimes understand every word in a meeting but still struggle to understand what your colleagues actually mean?
“Can you run it by me first?”
“We need to iron out a few problems.”
“Has the manager signed off on it yet?”
Phrasal verbs like these are used all the time in the workplace. If you don't know them, even a simple conversation can suddenly become difficult to follow.
This practical workbook teaches you 8 common phrasal verbs that you are likely to hear when using English at work – and, more importantly, gives you the practice you need to understand and use them confidently yourself:
• Draw up
• Run by
• Iron out
• Sign off on
• Roll out
• Phase out
• Rule out
• Lay off
DON'T JUST LEARN THEM – LEARN HOW TO USE THEM
Knowing what a phrasal verb means isn't enough. You need to be able to recognise it when someone uses it and feel confident using it yourself.
That's why this workbook doesn't simply give you a list of definitions.
Each phrasal verb has its own dedicated page where you'll find:
• Clear explanations – understand exactly what each phrasal verb means and when to use it.
• Natural Business English examples – see how it is used in realistic workplace situations.
• Grammar & usage notes – learn the important patterns you need to use it correctly.
• Common word combinations – discover the words that are frequently used with each phrasal verb.
• Common learner mistakes – recognise and avoid typical errors.
• Practice exercises – immediately put what you've learned into practice.
• Speaking questions – practise using the new vocabulary in your own conversations.
AVOID COMMON LEARNER MISTAKES
Is it “run it by my manager” or “run my manager it by”?
Can you “rule out to do something”?
Is being “laid off” the same as being “fired”?
Understanding the meaning is only part of mastering a phrasal verb. You also need to know how to use it correctly.
That's why the workbook highlights common mistakes English learners make and shows you how to avoid them.
PUT YOUR NEW VOCABULARY INTO PRACTICE
Learning new vocabulary is only the first step. To remember it and use it naturally, you need to actively practise it.
After studying the 8 phrasal verbs, you'll complete a Final Review designed to bring everything you've learned together through:
• Error correction
• Gap-fill exercises
• Sentence rewriting
• Meaning matching
• Business English conversation challenges
A complete answer key is included, making the workbook ideal for self-study as well as lessons with a teacher.
WHO IS THIS WORKBOOK FOR?
This workbook is ideal for:
• Intermediate and upper-intermediate English learners
• Professionals who use English at work
• Learners who want to improve their Business English vocabulary
• Self-study learners
• English teachers looking for supplementary Business English material
Whether you're taking part in meetings, speaking to international colleagues or simply trying to feel more confident using English professionally, this workbook will help you understand common workplace phrasal verbs and use them more naturally yourself.
WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE
✓ 15-page downloadable PDF workbook
✓ 8 essential Business English phrasal verbs
✓ Clear explanations and natural examples
✓ Grammar and usage guidance
✓ Common word combinations
✓ Common learner mistakes and corrections
✓ Practice exercises
✓ Speaking questions
✓ Final review activities
✓ Business English conversation challenges
✓ Complete answer key
Instant digital download – start improving your Business English today.
Created by James Young, founder of Phrasal Verbs Explained.