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Collocations – Meaning:
Collocations are two or more words that often go together naturally in a language. They sound “right” to native speakers, even if other combinations are grammatically correct.
Definition: A collocation is a combination of words that are commonly used together in English.
Examples of Collocations:
1. Verb + Noun
- make a decision
- take a break
- do homework
2. Adjective + Noun
- strong tea
- heavy rain
- fast food
3. Noun + Noun
- bus stop
- data analysis
- traffic jam
4. Adverb + Verb
- deeply regret
- strongly believe
- completely agree
Why Learn Collocations ?
1. To sound more natural in English.
2. To avoid awkward phrases (e.g., "do a decision" instead of "make a decision").
3. To improve fluency and understanding in speaking and writing.