Do not write single words. Write full collocations. | Bad way | Good way | | :--- | :--- | | Make | make a mistake | | Heavy | heavy traffic | | Take | take care of |
(Answers: 1 have a rest, 2 have an accident, 3 have a shower, 4 had a good time, 5 had a conversation) collocations in use elementary
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For beginners and elementary learners (A2 level), mastering collocations is the bridge between translating word-for-word from your native language and thinking directly in English. This is where the resource becomes an essential tool. Do not write single words
She discovered we catch a bus, catch a cold, and catch a ball. We save time, save money, and save someone’s life. We take a photo, take a break, and take an exam. This is where the resource becomes an essential tool
Emma felt frustrated. Why was English so tricky?
To use Collocations in Use Elementary effectively, you need to recognize the six main patterns. Let’s break them down with examples from the book.