Collocations and Common Verbs

The video tutorial provides an overview of collocations, focusing on common verbs such as 'have', 'do', 'make', 'take', 'break', 'catch', 'pay', 'save', 'keep', 'come', 'go', and 'get'. It includes examples of how these verbs are used in collocations. Additionally, the video covers miscellaneous time expressions and business English terms, along with classifiers. The tutorial aims to enhance understanding of collocations and their practical applications in language learning.

What is a collocation?

• A synonym for a word

• A type of dictionary

• A combination of words that are often used together

• A grammatical rule

Which of the following is a correct collocation with 'have'?

• Have a walk

• Have a bath

• Have a sleep

• Have a run

Which verb is commonly used with 'business'?

• Take

• Make

• Break

• Do

Which of the following is a correct collocation with 'make'?

• Make a rest

• Make a difference

• Make a drink

• Make a bath

Which verb is commonly used with 'notes'?

• Break

• Do

• Make

• Take

Which of the following is a correct collocation with 'break'?

• Break a drink

• Break a promise

• Break a bath

• Break a rest

Which verb is commonly used with 'a thief'?

• Do

• Make

• Catch

• Break

Which of the following is a correct collocation with 'pay'?

• Pay a rest

• Pay a promise

• Pay a compliment

• Pay a bath

Which verb is commonly used with 'electricity'?

• Save

• Make

• Do

• Break

Which of the following is a correct collocation with 'keep'?

• Keep a rest

• Keep a promise

• Keep a drink

• Keep a bath