| Phrasal verb | Main meaning |
|---|---|
be on [bi ɒn] | to take place |
Other meanings
- to continue working or functioning
- to be shown or broadcast on TV or radio
- to depend on someone or something
Example Sentences Using the Phrasal Verb "be on"
- The concert is on tonight.
- The lights are on, so someone must be home.
- The movie is on Channel 5.
- It all depends on how you feel tomorrow.
Features of Using "be on"
This phrasal verb is commonly used in informal contexts. It often refers to scheduled events or something that is currently active, functioning, or happening.
Other phrasal verbs with the verb be
be back
to have returned to a place
be away
to be absent or not at home
be in
to be at home or in a particular place
be against
to oppose or disagree with someone or something
be behind
to be late or delayed
be for
to support or favor something
be out
to be absent or not at home
be into
to be interested in or enthusiastic about something or someone
be about to
to be on the point of doing something (imminent future)
be down
to not be working or functioning
be after
to try to obtain or pursue someone or something
be off
to leave or depart
be along
to arrive soon
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