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How to Use Phrasal Master
Learn American English phrasal verbs and idioms with our learning tools. Here is everything you need to know about the features.
Verb Library
Explore hundreds of American English phrasal verbs organized by category and difficulty level.
- ·Use the category and difficulty filters to focus on specific areas
- ·Each card shows whether the verb can be split (separable, inseparable, or intransitive)
- ·Look for badges to understand usage patterns
Word Definitions
Click on any word in definitions, examples, or usage notes to get instant definitions.
- ·Click or tap any word you do not know
- ·A popup will appear with the definition
- ·This works throughout the entire app
Voice and Text Search
Find phrasal verbs by typing or speaking them aloud.
- ·Use voice search by clicking the microphone and saying a phrasal verb
- ·Type partial words — the search will find matches in verbs, particles, and definitions
- ·Try searching by meaning: 'stop working' will find 'break down'
Verb and Particle Builder
Select a main verb and particle to see all combinations.
- ·Explore how one verb works with different particles
- ·See how many matches exist for each combination
- ·Great for systematic learning
Particle Picture Maps
See the hidden patterns behind particles like up, out, off, and on. Each particle has a small family of meanings that repeat across hundreds of verbs.
- ·Start with the core spatial meaning (the picture you can draw)
- ·Then explore the figurative meanings that branch out from it
- ·Once you know the pattern, new verbs start making sense on their own
Smart Search
Search that understands context and finds related phrasal verbs.
- ·Search by exact phrasal verb: 'look up'
- ·Search by meaning: 'investigate' will find 'look into'
- ·Use partial matches to discover new verbs
Bookmarks
Save phrasal verbs you want to study later.
- ·Click the bookmark icon on any card to save it
- ·Access all your bookmarks from the sidebar
- ·Build your personal study list
Audio Pronunciation
Listen to correct pronunciation of any phrasal verb.
- ·Click the speaker icon to hear native pronunciation
- ·Pay attention to stress patterns — usually the verb is stressed more
- ·Listen multiple times to internalize the rhythm
AI Explanations and Examples
Go beyond standard definitions. Use AI to get instant explanations, more contextual examples, and practical learning tips for any phrasal verb.
- ·Click the 'AI Help' button on any phrasal verb card
- ·Switch between AI-generated explanations, examples, and tips
- ·Compare AI insights with the original definition to deepen your understanding
Enhanced Practice Feedback
During AI conversations, get advanced feedback on your messages. The AI analyzes your grammar, phrasing, and phrasal verb usage to provide suggestions.
- ·After getting feedback in a practice chat, click the 'AI Enhancement' button
- ·The AI will give you ideas for more natural phrasing and better word choice
- ·Use this feature to sound more like a native speaker
Grammar Guide
Learn the rules and patterns that govern phrasal verbs.
- ·Start with separable vs. inseparable concepts
- ·Study stress patterns for natural speech
- ·Practice with the provided exercises
Language-Specific Tips
Guidance based on your native language background.
- ·Find challenges specific to speakers of your language
- ·Get targeted practice suggestions
- ·Learn common mistakes to avoid
Four Step-by-Step Modes
Build mastery through four progressive modes that move from easy to challenging: Spot it, Know it, Type it, and Use it.
- ·Spot it: recognize the right phrasal verb from choices
- ·Know it: recall the meaning from memory
- ·Type it: write the phrasal verb yourself
- ·Use it: create your own sentence with the verb
Adaptive Review Schedule
Verbs you struggle with come back sooner; ones you know well appear less often. The system schedules each verb for the moment you are most likely to forget it.
- ·Review every day to keep your streak alive
- ·The more consistently you review, the better the schedule adapts
- ·Each review moves a verb closer to Mastered
Realistic Scenario Practice
Engage in lifelike conversations with AI partners in workplace, social, and daily life scenarios.
- ·Choose your role in each conversation
- ·AI adapts to your responses for natural dialogue
- ·Get real-time grammar feedback and use the 'AI Enhancement' for deeper insights
Contextual Verb Suggestions
See phrasal verbs specifically relevant to your role and the conversation context.
- ·Suggestions update based on the AI's responses
- ·Learn verbs in natural context
- ·Try to use suggested verbs in your replies
Voice and Text Modes
Practice speaking and listening skills or focus on reading and writing.
- ·Voice mode includes speech recognition and synthesis
- ·Text mode lets you focus on written communication
- ·Switch modes based on your learning goals
Conversation Transcripts
Download PDF transcripts of your practice sessions.
- ·Review your conversations later for learning
- ·Analyze feedback and corrections
- ·Track your improvement over time
Contextual Reading
Read passages about American culture and identify phrasal verbs in their natural context.
- ·Passages cover topics like holidays, daily life, and pop culture
- ·Click on words to select what you think is a phrasal verb
- ·Get instant feedback on your selections to improve your recognition skills
AI-Generated Conversations
Listen to realistic conversations powered by advanced text-to-speech technology.
- ·Each conversation features different AI voices for natural dialogue
- ·Listen as many times as you need before answering questions
- ·Focus on understanding phrasal verbs in spoken context
Comprehension Questions
Test your understanding with targeted questions about phrasal verb meanings.
- ·Questions focus on the specific phrasal verbs used in each conversation
- ·Get detailed explanations for each answer
- ·Practice recognizing phrasal verbs by sound, not just sight
Audio Analysis
Upload or record audio of yourself speaking. The AI identifies idioms and phrasal verbs you used, spots ones you missed, and gives you a Communication Score.
- ·Try a casual conversation, a job interview, or a customer service scenario
- ·The Communication Score breaks down politeness, directness, formality, cultural fit, and conversation flow
- ·Use the suggestions to sound more natural in your next conversation
Writing Feedback
Submit your writing and get AI feedback on phrasal verb usage, phrasing, and tone.
- ·Paste in an email, essay, or message you are working on
- ·The AI suggests more natural phrasal verbs where appropriate
- ·Great for business emails and academic writing
Personal AI Tutor
Chat with an AI tutor that knows your progress and can answer questions about phrasal verbs, pronunciation, and usage.
- ·Ask the tutor to explain a phrasal verb you are stuck on
- ·Request example sentences for specific situations
- ·The tutor can help you practice in a low-pressure setting
Idiom Library
Browse American English idioms organized by family and difficulty.
- ·Each idiom shows its literal origin — guessing the origin before learning the meaning improves retention
- ·Idiom Families group idioms by where they come from (sports, food, body, etc.)
- ·Each idiom includes a plain English version for formal writing
Detailed Analytics
Monitor your learning progress with comprehensive statistics and insights.
- ·Check your progress regularly to stay motivated
- ·Focus on areas where you have lower mastery
- ·Set goals based on your statistics
Mastery Levels
Track your knowledge from New to Mastered for each phrasal verb.
- ·Levels progress: New, Learning, Almost there, Mastered
- ·Review 'Learning' and 'Almost there' verbs regularly
- ·Each verb needs about 15 encounters to reach Mastered
Mixed Question Types
Test your knowledge with vocabulary, grammar, and fill-in-the-blank questions.
- ·Choose different quiz lengths based on available time
- ·Review incorrect answers carefully
- ·Retake quizzes to reinforce learning
Adaptive Difficulty
Quizzes adapt to include verbs you haven't mastered yet.
- ·Take quizzes regularly to identify weak spots
- ·Use quiz results to guide your study focus
- ·Mix vocabulary and grammar questions for comprehensive practice
Study Strategies
- · Start with common, everyday phrasal verbs
- · Focus on one category at a time
- · Use bookmarks to create themed study sets
- · Practice separable verbs with different sentence structures
- · Pay attention to stress patterns in pronunciation
Daily Practice
- · Spend 15-20 minutes daily browsing new verbs
- · Use voice search to practice speaking
- · Try to use learned phrasal verbs in real conversations
- · Review bookmarked verbs weekly
- · Take quizzes to test your progress (Pro feature)
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