How common are phasel verbs used in Spanish?

Question

Earlier I was talking about how phasel verbs are hard to understand and I gave an example of one and asked for some tips on how to get past them. But I just want to know in day to day language how often are they actually used? I mean is it essential I learn them and how easy are they really to learn? If I don't know them are there other ways of saying things?

Thanks for your answers again. Much Appreciated

Answer 1

Try this link.

Spanish Verbs Requiring a Preposition

Answer 2

I assume you mean phrasal verb.

Very common. Tener que, acabar de, confiar en....

Your profile says that you hope to speak Spanish like a native. Given that, you have to learn many, many phrasal verbs.