What does the phrasal verb “weigh out” mean?

What are the definitions of “weigh out”?

Learn how to use these expressions through these examples

• 1. Measure a certain amount of something by weight.

  Could you WEIGH OUT 200 grammes of that for me?

What’s the most common meaning of the phrasal verb “weigh out”?

The most common meaning of the phrasal verb weigh out is to measure a specific amount of something by weight. It is often used when buying or preparing food, such as measuring ingredients for a recipe or purchasing a certain amount of a product.

What are the different verb forms of “weigh out”?

Root Verb	weigh out
Third Person Singular Present	weighs out
Present Participle	weighing out
Simple Past	weighed out
Past Participle	weighed out

Example

Please weigh out 500 grams of flour for the cake.

Example

She weighs out the sugar for her coffee every morning.

Example

He is weighing out the ingredients for the cookies.

Example

Yesterday, they weighed out the vegetables for the salad.

Example

The ingredients have been weighed out and are ready for mixing.

What kind of phrasal verb is “weigh out”?

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

What is a transitive and intransitive verb?
- A transitive verb always has an object after it. (Example: Sam bought a car.)
- An intransitive verb never has an object.(Example: She laughed loudly.)

Transitive verb

“weigh out” is a transitive phrasal verb because it requires a direct object to complete its meaning. The direct object specifies what is being removed, obtained, or eliminated.

Example

She weighed out 100 grams of nuts.

Example

He weighed the rice out for dinner.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

What is a separable and inseparable phrasal verb?
- A “separable phrasal verb” can be separated with an object between the verb and particle.
- An “inseparable phrasal verb” cannot be separated by an object.

Inseparable

“weigh out” is an inseparable phrasal verb. This means that you can’t place an object between the verb and the particle, otherwise, it changes the meaning of the phrasal verb.

Example

She weighed out 100 grams of nuts.

Example

He weighed the rice out for dinner.

What are common phrases and expressions that include the phrasal verb “weigh out”?

Weigh out the options

To carefully consider the pros and cons of different choices or decisions.

Example

Before making a decision, it's important to weigh out the options and choose the best one.

Weigh out the risks

To evaluate the potential dangers or negative consequences of a situation.

Example

Before investing in a new business, it's crucial to weigh out the risks involved.

Weigh out the benefits

To assess the positive aspects or advantages of a situation.

Example

When deciding on a new job offer, be sure to weigh out the benefits and make an informed decision.

Good things to know

Does “weigh out” have an informal or formal tone?

Weigh out is a neutral phrasal verb that can be used in both informal and formal contexts. It is commonly used in everyday conversations, as well as in more formal settings, such as in business or academic discussions.

What are synonyms of antonyms to the phrasal verb “weigh out”?

Synonyms

• measure
• calculate
• determine
• gauge
• assess
• evaluate
• estimate
• quantify

Antonyms

• guess
• approximate
• ignore
• disregard
• neglect
• overlook