Collocation
Words that frequently occur together in natural English, such as "make a decision" (not "do a decision") or "heavy rain" (not "strong rain").
In-Depth Explanation
Collocations are word combinations that sound "natural" to native speakers. Using correct collocations makes your English sound more fluent and natural. Types of collocations: - Verb + Noun: make a mistake, do homework, take a photo - Adjective + Noun: heavy traffic, strong coffee, fast food - Adverb + Adjective: highly unlikely, deeply concerned, perfectly clear - Verb + Adverb: speak fluently, work hard, sleep soundly Common errors: - "Do a mistake" ✗ → "Make a mistake" ✓ - "Strong rain" ✗ → "Heavy rain" ✓ - "Make homework" ✗ → "Do homework" ✓
Usage Examples
She made a decision to study abroad.
There was heavy traffic on the highway.
I need to take a break.
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