Collocations • Meaning
Two or more words that often go together.
Collocations • Examples
Have a good time.
Make a difference.
Hard earn money.
Go bankrupt.
Collocations • Ways to Teach
Although it is not that important, if the wrong tensed is used, the entire meaning can be distorted. That’s why it is taught after students have a stronger grasp on more important grammar points.
Collocations • Right/Wrong Tense
I did a mess. (Wrong)
I made a mess. (Right)
The exam was on Friday. (Wrong)
The exam will be on Friday. (Right)