Listening Time: English Practice English Phrasal Verbs - Cheer Up, Chew Out
Jan 30, 2026
They explain two phrasal verbs and give clear examples. Personal stories show what cheers someone up: family, kids, church, exercise, sunshine and the outdoors. Anecdotes describe times someone got chewed out in sports, by parents, and at school. Practical listening practice woven through real-life scenes.
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Two Phrasal Verbs: Cheer Up vs Chew Out
- 'Cheer up' means to make someone feel happier and can be used reflexively or transitively.
- 'Chew out' means to reprimand severely and often in a harsh, public way.
Use Movement To Improve Mood
- Take a walk or do any physical activity when you're in a bad mood to clear your mind.
- Physical movement helps organize thoughts and reliably cheers you up.
Lean On Family Laughter
- Spend time with family, especially kids, to lift your spirits when you're down.
- Laughter and playful behavior are contagious and quickly improve mood.