wake up
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wake up
An intransitive phrasal verb is a phrasal verb that does not require a direct object (e.g., to sit up).
a. se réveiller (figurative)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning (e.g., to pull someone's leg).
Wake up! Angela's not coming back.Réveille-toi ! Angela ne reviendra pas.
b. prendre conscience
Jack began to wake up to the consequences of his mistake.Jack a commencé à prendre conscience des conséquences de son erreur.
A transitive phrasal verb is a phrasal verb that requires a direct object (e.g., to pick up [the phone]).
a. réveiller
Florence's mom woke her up from her nap.La maman de Florence l'a réveillée de sa sieste.
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