5. Back Off: The Ultimate Guide to Pronunciation, Conjugation, and Definition

Опубликовано: 12 Июнь 2026
на канале: Inglés en Perales
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Welcome back to "Inglés en Perales," where we continue our journey of exploring 365 days of English phrasal verbs. In this video, we're excited to delve into the fifth phrasal verb of the year, "Back Off."

Whether you're a beginner or an advanced English learner, this video is a must-watch. We'll start by breaking down the pronunciation of "Back Off," covering each syllable with precision. Then, we'll guide you through the conjugation of this phrasal verb in the present tense, including Back Off, Backs Off, and Backing Off. And for past tenses, we'll cover Backed Off and Backed Off.

We'll also provide you with two distinct definitions of "Back Off." First, when you leave an emotional situation or when you allow someone to handle something alone. And second, when you withdraw your position in a fight, argument, plan, or any other similar context. With plenty of examples, you'll be able to grasp the correct usage of this phrasal verb quickly.

This "Back Off" video is an excellent resource for anyone looking to improve their English language skills. So, join us for this comprehensive tutorial, and we encourage you to leave your thoughts and questions in the comments below.



Inglés en Perales, (English in Perales)
365 Days of English Phrasal Verbs
Number 5
Back Off
(January 5, 2023)



How to pronounce Back Off
(bæk) (ɒf)



How to conjugate Back Off
Back Off
Backs Off
Backing Off
Backed Off
Backed Off



Definitions of Back Off

1. When you leave an emotional situation, or to allow someone to handle something alone.
The relationship was moving too fast, so Tyler backed off.
The CEO had showed the manager how to do the project, and then backed off so he could finish it on his own.



Chapters
0:00 Introduction
0:14 Conjugations
0:29 Definitions
0:51 Closing