Differences

Propositional verbs

Must not be separated

It depends on the point of view.

The meaning is usually the same as the main verb.

Phrasal verbs

Can be separated

Try that jacket on before purchasing.

The meaning is often different from the main verb.

Separable and inseparable phrasal verbs

• Call off: Cancel

  They got stuck in a traffic jam, so we had to call the meeting off.

• Come across: find accidentally

  I came across this old toy yesterday when I was cleaning the loft.

Lists of prepositional and phrasal verbs

Prepositional verbs

120+ Useful Verb Preposition Combinations in English

Separable phrasal verbs

Separable Phrasal Verbs in English

Inseparable phrasal verbs

Inseparable Phrasal Verbs in English

Prepositional verbs

• Get out of: I got out of my car and closed the door.
• Get on/off: Watch your step when you get off the bus.
• Listen to: I love listening to music.
• Depend on: It depends on the point of view.
• Wait for: Wait for me before you leave!