AEE 2542: Take in Phrasal Verbs to Connect in English

The All Ears English podcast episode delves into the multiple meanings of the phrasal verb "take in." Listeners learn that "take in" can mean to provide shelter, as in "taking in" an exchange student or a stray dog. It can also mean attending an event, like "taking in" a Broadway show, or altering clothing to make it tighter. More figuratively, "take in" can mean to deceive someone, though this usage is becoming old-fashioned, or to fully understand something, as in "taking in" the atmosphere of a place. The hosts use examples and a role play about college students traveling in Europe to illustrate these different usages.