Are Phrasal Verb and Verb Phrase the same?

Phrasal Verbs:

• Phrasal verbs are specific combinations of a verb and one or more particles (prepositions or adverbs) that together form a single meaning.
• The addition of the particle changes the original verb's meaning or adds a new sense to it.
• Phrasal verbs are typically idiomatic and cannot be understood by the individual meanings of their component words.
• Examples of phrasal verbs include "look after," "take off," "get along," etc.

Verb Phrases:

• A verb phrase consists of a main verb along with its auxiliary (helping) verbs and any other accompanying words or phrases.
• It includes the main verb and additional components that modify or provide more information about the action or state expressed by the verb.
• Verb phrases can be simple, consisting of just the main verb, or complex, involving auxiliary verbs and other elements.
• Examples of verb phrases include "is playing," "will have been studying," "might have gone," etc.

While phrasal verbs are a type of verb phrase, not all verb phrases are phrasal verbs. Verb phrases encompass a broader category that includes different combinations of verbs, auxiliaries, and other elements, while phrasal verbs specifically refer to the combination of a verb and particles that create a distinct meaning.