Phrasal Verbs with “Fill”

Here’s the ultimate list of phrasal verbs with “fall.”

“Fill in” Meaning and Examples

Meaning 1

To complete something with something else, to add something, to complete a document with your information. 

Example

Could you fill in my cup with coffee? I haven’t drunk any today.

Could you pour my cup with coffee? I haven’t drunk any today.

In this worksheet, you need to fill in the blanks with the correct verb form.

In this worksheet, you need to complete the blanks with the correct verb form. 

Please fill in the form before proceeding with the request. We require your full name. 

Please complete the form with your information before proceeding with the request. We require your full name. 

Meaning 2

Used as “fill someone in on something.” It refers to informing somebody about a topic. 

Example

Sorry I’m late. Please fill me in on the details of the project.

Sorry I’m late. Please inform me about the details of the project. 

Meaning 3

Used as “fill in for?” It refers to substituting someone, or to do someone’s job for some time. 

Example

Sorry, Mr. Smith is sick at the moment. I’m just filling in for him at the moment. 

Sorry, Mr. Smith is sick at the moment. I’m just substituting him at the moment. 

“Fill out” Meaning and Examples

Same as “fill in,” to complete all the information on a form or document. To give your name, address, and other important details. 

Example

This form is too long. It will take me five hours to fill it out.

This form is too long. It will take me five hours to complete all the information.

“Fill up” Meaning and Examples

To fill something completely, to make something or someone full, to become full.  

Example

My husband does not travel in the car unless he fills up the tank first. 

My husband does not travel in the car unless he fills the tank completely. 

The square started filling up with people. At least everybody was wearing a mask.

The square started becoming full of people. At least everybody was wearing a mask. 

I love visiting my grandma. She always fills me up with cookies! I love visiting my grandma. She always makes me full of cookies!