Grammar fix
look up to
admire or respect someone
To admire or respect someone, often because of their achievements or character.
phrasal verbB1common
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
- I've always looked up to my older sister because she's so hardworking.relationships
- In my opinion, it’s important to have someone you look up to, as they can inspire you to improve yourself.IELTS speaking
Fix the pattern
Pattern: look up to + someone
WrongShe looks up for her teacher.
RightShe looks up to her teacher.
It's 'look up TO someone' (admire), not 'look up for'.
Patternlook up to + someone
Use it right
Choose the version that sounds natural in speech.
'Look up to' is the natural, warm verb for admiring. 'Greatly respected' is flatter and more formal.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
look up tomy parentsa role modelher older brothersomeone
Don't confuse it
'Look down on' means to think you are better than someone; 'look up to' is the opposite.