The English We Speak: Sack something off
Summary
In this episode of The English We Speak, hosts Feifei and Georgie explain the phrasal verb "sack off," which means to cancel plans or stop doing something due to laziness or fatigue. They discuss how the verb is separable, allowing learners to place the object either at the end or in the middle of the phrase. The segment includes various examples of usage, such as skipping a gym session or a walking tour, to help listeners understand the expression in context.
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Show introduction and host greetings
Defining the phrasal verb 'sack off'
Examples of using 'sack off' in context
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