Expressions used in Everyday Spoken English in Social and Professional contexts
look after
look after
Meaning(s)
1) take care of sb/sth
How to MemorizePopularity HighProfessional HighSocial
look after yourself
Analysis
The phrasal verblook aftermeans 'to take care of'. You might 'look after' a person or an animal, or you can 'look after' a task or a customer. "Would you like to make a booking? I can look after that for you." "I can look after the children when you are at the wedding, if you like." This is a popular phrasal verb used in both social and professional contexts.
Social Examples (Basic)
I'm going on holidays. Will youlook after my cat while I'm gone?
The curatorlooked after all the ancient booksin the library.
You don't look well. You should reallystart looking after yourself better.
Professional Examples (Basic)
Could you look afterthis customer while I deal with the delivery?
Marianna will belooking after you during your onboarding process so if you have any questions you can contact her directly.