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English Vocabulary In Use - Upper-Intermediate /

094. Expressions With Other Common Verbs

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Lumabas
1-
to look forward to
2-
to look into
3-
to look at
4-
to look down on
5-
on the bright side
6-
to see about
7-
to see to
8-
to see off
9-
to see through
10-
to run into
11-
to run out
12-
to run out
13-
to run over
14-
in the long run
15-
to run
16-
to turn down
17-
to turn up
18-
to turn over a new leaf
19-
to turn out
20-
to let down
21-
to let go
22-
to let off
23-
to break a promise
24-
to break off
25-
to break the news
26-
to break one's heart
27-
to break a record
to look forward to
to look forward to
Pandiwa
uk flag
/lˈʊk fˈoːɹwɚd tuː/
(naghihintay ng may kasiyahan)

(naghihintay ng may kasiyahan)

inaasahan

Collocation

to wait with satisfaction for something to happen

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Katayuang Parirala
inseparable
pandiwa ng parirala
look
bahagi ng parirala
forward to
to look into
to look into
Pandiwa
uk flag
/lˈʊk ˌɪntʊ/
(siyasatin)

(siyasatin)

tingnan nang mabuti

to investigate or explore something in order to gather information or understand it better

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tautos
Katayuang Parirala
inseparable
pandiwa ng parirala
look
bahagi ng parirala
into
to look at
to look at
Pandiwa
uk flag
/lˈʊk æt/
(tingnan ang)

(tingnan ang)

tumingin sa

to focus one's attention on something or someone in order to observe or examine them

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Katayuang Parirala
inseparable
pandiwa ng parirala
look
bahagi ng parirala
at
to look down on
to look down on
Pandiwa
uk flag
/lˈʊk dˌaʊn ˈɑːn/
(maliitin)

(maliitin)

mahamak

to regard someone or something as inferior or unworthy of respect or consideration

admire

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tautos
Katayuang Parirala
inseparable
pandiwa ng parirala
look
bahagi ng parirala
down on
on the bright side
Parirala
uk flag
/ˌɑːn ðɪ ɪts bɹˈaɪt sˈaɪd/
N/A

N/A

Idiom

used to refer to the positive or good aspects of a situation, even if other parts are not so good

What is the origin of the idiom "on the bright side" and when to use it?

The idiom "on the bright side" likely originated in English, evolving from the idea of brightness as a symbol of positivity and hope. It gained popularity to promote optimism during tough times by emphasizing finding silver linings in difficulties. This phrase is widely used to lift spirits and offer hope for better outcomes despite challenges.

to see about
to see about
Pandiwa
uk flag
/sˈiː ɐbˈaʊt/
(ayusin ang)

(ayusin ang)

tingnan ang tungkol sa

to make arrangements for something to be addressed or completed

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tautos
Katayuang Parirala
inseparable
pandiwa ng parirala
see
bahagi ng parirala
about
to see to
to see to
Pandiwa
uk flag
/sˈiː tuː/
(asikasuhin)

(asikasuhin)

tutukan

to attend to a specific task or responsibility

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tautos
Katayuang Parirala
inseparable
pandiwa ng parirala
see
bahagi ng parirala
to
to see off
to see off
Pandiwa
uk flag
/sˈiː ˈɔf/
(maghatid)

(maghatid)

siyang samahan sa pag-alis

to accompany someone to their point of departure and say goodbye to them

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Katayuang Parirala
separable
pandiwa ng parirala
see
bahagi ng parirala
off
to see through
to see through
Pandiwa
uk flag
/sˈiː θɹˈuː/
(maunawaan ang tunay na intensyon)

(maunawaan ang tunay na intensyon)

makita ang katotohanan

to understand the true intentions of something or someone

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tautos
Katayuang Parirala
inseparable
pandiwa ng parirala
see
bahagi ng parirala
through
to run into
to run into
Pandiwa
uk flag
/ɹˈʌn ˌɪntʊ/
(magsalpukan)

(magsalpukan)

makasalubong

to meet someone by chance and unexpectedly

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tautos
Katayuang Parirala
inseparable
pandiwa ng parirala
run
bahagi ng parirala
into
to run out
Pandiwa
uk flag
/ɹˈʌn ˈaʊt/
(maupos ang enerhiya)

(maupos ang enerhiya)

maubos ang lakas

to exhaust one's physical or mental energy, reaching a point where one can no longer continue

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Walang Layon
Katayuang Parirala
separable
pandiwa ng parirala
run
bahagi ng parirala
out
to run out
to run out
Pandiwa
uk flag
/ɹˈʌn ˈaʊt/
(manghina)

(manghina)

maubos

(of a supply) to be completely used up

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Walang Layon
Katayuang Parirala
inseparable
pandiwa ng parirala
run
bahagi ng parirala
out
to run over
to run over
Pandiwa
uk flag
/ɹˈʌn ˈoʊvɚ/
(balikan)

(balikan)

suriin

to review a text or information

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tautos
Katayuang Parirala
inseparable
pandiwa ng parirala
run
bahagi ng parirala
over
(in|over) the long run
in the long run
Parirala
uk flag
/ɪn ɔːɹ ˌoʊvɚ ðə lˈɑːŋ ɹˈʌn/
N/A

N/A

Idiom

in the end of or over a long period of time

What is the origin of the idiom "in the long run" and when to use it?

The idiom "in the long run" has an origin that can be traced back to the mid-19th century. It draws on the metaphorical concept of a race or journey, where the focus is on the overall outcome or result after a significant period of time or distance covered. This expression is commonly used in discussions related to investments, business planning, personal relationships, health habits, and societal changes.

to run
to run
Pandiwa
r
r
u
ʌ
n
n
(umandar)

(umandar)

tumakbo

(of engines or machines) to operate, function, or perform their designated tasks

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Walang Layon
to turn down
to turn down
Pandiwa
uk flag
/ˈtɝn ˈdaʊn/
(masaktan)

(masaktan)

tanggihan

to decline an invitation, request, or offer

accept

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Katayuang Parirala
separable
pandiwa ng parirala
turn
bahagi ng parirala
down
to turn up
to turn up
Pandiwa
uk flag
/ˈtɝn ˈʌp/
(nagpakita)

(nagpakita)

lumitaw

to unexpectedly appear or be found

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Walang Layon
Katayuang Parirala
inseparable
pandiwa ng parirala
turn
bahagi ng parirala
up
to turn over a new leaf
Parirala
uk flag
/tˈɜːn ˌoʊvɚɹ ɐ nˈuː lˈiːf/
N/A

N/A

to make changes to one's behavior or mindset in order to become a better and more responsible person

to turn out
to turn out
Pandiwa
uk flag
/tˈɜːn ˈaʊt/
(naging)

(naging)

lumabas

to emerge as a particular outcome

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

linking verb
Katayuang Parirala
inseparable
pandiwa ng parirala
turn
bahagi ng parirala
out
to let down
to let down
Pandiwa
uk flag
/lˈɛt dˈaʊn/
(napaasa)

(napaasa)

binigo

to make someone disappointed by not meeting their expectations

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tautos
Katayuang Parirala
separable
pandiwa ng parirala
let
bahagi ng parirala
down
to let go
to let go
Pandiwa
uk flag
/lˈɛt ɡˈoʊ/
(pakawalan)

(pakawalan)

bitawan

to release one's grip on something

hold

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Walang Layon
to let off
to let off
Pandiwa
uk flag
/lˈɛt ˈɔf/
(pinatawad)

(pinatawad)

pinaalis

to not punish someone for a wrongdoing, or only give them a light punishment

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tautos
Katayuang Parirala
separable
pandiwa ng parirala
let
bahagi ng parirala
off
to break a promise
Parirala
uk flag
/bɹˈeɪk ɐ pɹˈɑːmɪs/
N/A

N/A

Collocation

to fail to fulfill a commitment or assurance given to someone

to break off
Pandiwa
uk flag
/bɹˈeɪk ˈɔf/
(tumigil)

(tumigil)

ihinto

to suddenly stop an activity or an action

Impormasyon sa Gramatika:

Tautos
Katayuang Parirala
inseparable
pandiwa ng parirala
break
bahagi ng parirala
off
to break the news
Parirala
uk flag
/bɹˈeɪk ðə nˈuːz/
N/A

N/A

Collocation

to inform someone of important or disturbing information

to [break] {one's} heart
to break one's heart
Parirala
uk flag
/bɹˈeɪk wˈʌnz hˈɑːɹt/
N/A

N/A

Idiom
Informal

to make someone who loves one go through deep emotional pain and sorrow

What is the origin of the idiom "break one's heart" and when to use it?

The phrase "break one's heart" originated in Old English and Middle English literature, gaining popularity during the Renaissance era. It is commonly employed when discussing the end of a romantic relationship, such as a devastating breakup or divorce, where one's heart is metaphorically shattered by the loss of love and companionship. The phrase is also used to depict the anguish and sorrow experienced after the loss of a loved one, evoking the deep emotional impact and grief.

to break a record
Parirala
uk flag
/bɹˈeɪk ɐ ɹˈɛkɚd/
N/A

N/A

Collocation

to set a new highest achievement or performance, typically in a competitive context

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