Phrasal Verbs

Unit 1.4 - "On" meaning "Wearing"

Guess the meanings of the phrasal verbs from context:
- It's cold outside. Put on a jacket.
- Excuse me, can I try these pants on?
- I got up late this morning, so I just threw on a simple dress and rushed to work.
- Eager to go out, she slipped on her shoes and ran downstairs.
All these phrasal verbs have the meaning of "to wear". See Explanations ê
Explanations:

Put on (separable)	To put a piece of clothing onto your body >>Put your coat on if you're going outside, it's cold. >>She *put on* her glasses and stared intently at the photograph. To put make-up or cream onto your skin >>Is there a mirror somewhere? I need to put my make-up on.
Try on (separable)	To put on a piece of clothing to find out whether it fits you or whether you like it, especially before buying it >>Why don't you try on those yellow trousers?
Throw on (separable)	To put on a piece of clothing quickly and not very carefully >>I'll just *throw on* a jacket and then I'll be with you.
Slip on (separable)	To put on shoes, clothes, or a piece of clothing quickly >>She slipped on her shoes and ran out to meet him.

Exercise:
- Complete the following dialogs:
  - A: Let's go out for a walk.
  - B: Sure. I'll just a pair of walking shoes and I'll be right with you.
  - A: Can I this dress?
  - B: Of course. The fitting rooms are over there.
  - A: It's very sunny today.
  - B: Yeah. Before you go outside, don't forget to some sunscreen.
  - A: I already did. I think I'll a hat too.
  - B: Good idea.
  - A: Hurry up! We are late!
  - B: OK, OK! I'll just a scarf and a coat and I'll be ready!

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