Understanding Friendship Terminology

In this video, Jen introduces eight collocations related to friendship in English. She explains each collocation, such as 'make friends', 'mutual friend', and 'best friend', providing examples and clarifying common mistakes. Jen also offers tips on making English-speaking friends by finding common interests and engaging in activities. The video concludes with a question for viewers to engage with in the comments.

What is a collocation in English?

• A single word with multiple meanings

• A set of words that have a unique meaning together

• A word that sounds similar to another word

• A phrase that can be rearranged without changing meaning

Which verb is correctly used with 'friends' in English?

• Find

• Create

• Get

• Make

What does 'mutual friend' mean?

• A friend from childhood

• A friend who is also a colleague

• A friend you see occasionally

• A friend you have in common with someone else

What is a 'casual acquaintance'?

• Someone you know well

• Someone you have never met

• Someone you meet daily

• Someone you know but are not close to

What is the correct term for a friend known since childhood?

• Kid friend

• Childhood friend

• Young friend

• Old friend

What is the difference between 'close friends' and 'good friends'?

• Good friends are better than close friends

• There is no significant difference

• Close friends are better than good friends

• Close friends are only family members

What does 'circle of friends' refer to?

• A group of friends from childhood

• A group of friends who are also colleagues

• A group of friends you regularly spend time with

• A group of friends you see occasionally

What is a 'platonic friend'?

• A friend of the same gender

• A friend you have known since childhood

• A friend you are romantically involved with

• A friend of the opposite gender with no romantic interest

What does 'BFF' stand for?

• Best Friend for Fun

• Best Friend for Now

• Best Friend Forever

• Best Friend for Life

What is a good way to make English-speaking friends?

• Avoid joining any groups

• Join activities or groups with shared interests

• Only talk to people online

• Focus on learning English alone