Why do we say "open up," "finish up" or "pay up?" Are these just more confusing phrasal verbs? Well not quite. On today's podcast, we'll talk about the intensifier "up." Go to the transcript page for a partial list of verbs which we often use with up as an intensifier. Of course, there are many more!<br />
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See the <a href="https://venturenglish.com/?p=335&preview=true">transcript here</a>.

Why do we say "open up," "finish up" or "pay up?" Are these just more confusing phrasal verbs? Well not quite. On today's podcast, we'll talk about the intensifier "up." Go to the transcript page for a partial list of verbs which we often use with up as an intensifier. Of course, there are many more! See the transcript here.

Why do we say&nbsp;"open up," "finish up" or "pay up?" Are these just more confusing phrasal verbs? Well not quite. On today's podcast, we'll talk about the intensifier "up." Go to the transcript page for a partial list of verbs which we often use with up as an intensifier. Of course, there are many more!<br>
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See the <a href="https://venturenglish.com/?p=335&amp;preview=true" rel="noopener noreferrer">transcript here</a>.

#35 Tagging Verbs with “Up”

3 Minute English! by Venturenglish.com is a unique podcast for intermediate and advanced English learners. Why unique? Because instead of presenting idioms or dialogs, 3 Minute English! gives tips on usage, style, and nuance in English. The host, Paul Durant, takes about 3 or 4 minutes… more or less… to describe a usage or style point to help improve your English. The podcast is useful for all learners but emphasizes business English.

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