English Phrasal Verb: To Cheer Up

To make someone feel better

To Cheer Up

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Example Sentences for the English Phrasal Verb Cheer Up

1. Going to the movies really cheers me up.
2. I want to cheer Ali up. Do you have any ideas how?
3. After the day Steve has had, he needs cheering up.
4. I know for a fact that going for a walk really cheers you up.
5. How do you like to cheer yourself up?

The English phrasal verb, to cheer up, can be transitive or intransitive.

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English Phrasal Verbs

Phrasal verbs can be extremely tricky for learners of English. The reason for this is twofold: there are lots of them and their meaning is not always obvious from the words that make them up. To make things even more difficult, phrasal verbs can have multiple meanings, adding to the headache for learners.

A phrasal verb is made up of a main verb with an attached preposition or adverb. An example of a phrasal verb is run into. Where run is the main verb and into is the preposition. Phrasal verbs can be separated into two groups, intransitive and transitive verbs. Intransitive phrasal verbs do not have a direct object: go out, for example, "I want to go out tonight". Transitive phrasal verbs have a direct object and they can be split up into two further categories: separable and inseparable. With separable transitive phrasal verbs, the verb and the preposition can be split up. For example, both “turn off the radio” and “turn the radio off” are both correct. Inseparable phrasal verbs cannot be split up. For example, “I’ll look after you” is correct, but “I’ll look you after” is not.

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Frequently Asked Questions about English Phrasal Verb: To Cheer Up

What does 'cheer up' mean?

Cheer up means to help someone feel happier or less sad, especially when they are feeling down.

How can you use 'cheer up' in a sentence?

You can use cheer up in a sentence like: "Let's try to cheer up our friend after her bad day."

Why do people say 'cheer up'?

People say cheer up to encourage someone to feel better when they are sad or disappointed.

What are some ways to cheer someone up?

Some ways to cheer someone up include telling jokes, spending time with them, giving compliments, or doing something fun together.

Is 'cheer up' a phrasal verb?

Yes, cheer up is a phrasal verb that means to become happier or to make someone else feel happier.