Understanding English Collocations and Meanings

This video tutorial by Jen introduces nine advanced vocabulary words related to communication in English. Each word is explained with its meaning and common collocations, which are word combinations that occur naturally in English. The tutorial covers words like 'state', 'give', 'get', 'declare', 'protest', 'notify', 'disseminate', 'pronounce', and 'divulge'. Jen provides examples and encourages viewers to use these collocations to enhance their fluency. The video concludes with a question prompting viewers to share their aims for studying English.

What is a collocation in English?

• A phrase used in informal settings

• A single word with multiple meanings

• A set of words that naturally go together

• A word that is difficult to pronounce

What does it mean to 'state your business'?

• To negotiate a deal

• To start a new company

• To clearly explain your reason for doing something

• To write a business plan

Which of the following is NOT a collocation with 'give'?

• Give a promise

• Give a detailed account

• Give a reason

• Give a speech

What does 'get your message across' mean?

• To misunderstand someone

• To receive a message

• To clearly convey your idea

• To send a letter

What does it mean to 'declare a state of emergency'?

• To start a new project

• To end a meeting

• To announce a new law

• To publicly announce a serious situation

What is the meaning of 'protest' in communication?

• To support a decision

• To remain silent

• To express the opposite opinion

• To agree with someone

What does it mean to 'notify the police'?

• To ask for directions

• To officially inform them of something important

• To apply for a job

• To file a complaint

What does 'disseminate' mean?

• To hide information

• To spread information widely

• To create a new idea

• To destroy evidence

In communication, what does 'pronounce' mean?

• To say words correctly

• To write a letter

• To officially declare something

• To whisper a secret

What does it mean to 'divulge a secret'?

• To keep a secret

• To forget a secret

• To reveal something hidden

• To create a new secret