Phrasal Verbs
Turn On, Turn Off, Plug In
Lesson
3
Level 3
What are Phrasal Verbs?
A phrasal verb is a verb combined with one or more short words — usually a preposition or an adverb — that changes the verb’s meaning.
We use phrasal verbs all the time in natural, spoken English.
✅ They make your English sound more natural.
✅ They are used in movies, music, and everyday conversation.
✅ They help you understand the culture behind the language.
Lesson Target
In this lesson, you will learn how to use the phrasal verbs turn on, turn off, and plug in. These are often used when talking about using electronic devices. You’ll practice saying them naturally and using them in sentences.
Warm Up
Read the phrasal verbs and practice saying them with your tutor.
turn on
turn off
plug in
Vocabulary
Phrasal Verb
turn on
turn off
plug in
Meaning
to start a light or device
to stop a light or device
connect something to electricity
Example
Can you please turn on the light?
I'm going to turn off the fan.
Can you plug in the charger?
Warm Up 1
Discuss the following with your tutor.
What do you usually turn on everyday?
What things should you turn off before leaving?
What devices do you need to plug in regularly?
Warm Up 2
Try making your own sentence for each phrasal verb.
Choose one phrasal verb and mime (act) it. Your tutor will guess!
Practice 1
In this section, you will practice using the phrasal verbs in conversation. First, read the dialogue with your tutor. Then, review each sentence together to understand how the phrasal verbs are used.
It's time for bed, Sam. Please turn off your phone.
Okay. I will turn off the phone now.
You can turn on the phone tomorrow morning after breakfast.
Okay, sounds good. It's low on charge anyways. Can you please plug in the phone for me?
Okay, I'll plug in your phone tomorrow morning.
Thanks, mom. Good night!
Tips for Learners:
Use these phrasal verbs with electronics: “Plug in the charger, turn on the device, turn off when finished.”