Collocations are combinations of words that naturally go together in English. For example, we say "make a decision" – not "do a decision". We say "take a shower" – not "do a shower".
(Collocations হল শব্দের এমন সংমিশ্রণ যা ইংরেজিতে স্বাভাবিকভাবে একসাথে ব্যবহৃত হয়।)
Learning collocations helps you:
Sound more natural – like a native speaker
Score higher in exams – BCS, IELTS, Bank Jobs test collocations
Write and speak more fluently – without hesitation
Avoid common mistakes – like "do a mistake" instead of "make a mistake"
📝 Example: Instead of "She does a mistake" ❌
উদাহরণ: "She does a mistake" এর পরিবর্তে
✅ "She makes a mistake."
"She makes a mistake." বলুন।
In this guide, we'll explore 200+ common collocations organized by verb, with Bangla meanings and example sentences.
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🔨 Make Collocations
"Make" is used when you create, produce, or cause something.
("Make" ব্যবহার করা হয় যখন আপনি কিছু তৈরি, উৎপাদন বা ঘটান।)
Collocations are combinations of words that naturally go together in English. For example, we say 'make a decision' not 'do a decision'. Learning collocations helps you sound more natural and fluent.
Why are collocations important for BCS and IELTS?
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Collocations are frequently tested in BCS, IELTS, and Bank Job exams. Questions appear in error correction, sentence completion, and vocabulary sections. Mastering collocations can help you score higher.
What is the difference between 'make' and 'do' collocations?
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'Make' collocations are usually for creating or producing something (make a decision, make a mistake). 'Do' collocations are for activities, tasks, or duties (do homework, do business).
How can I learn collocations effectively?
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Learn collocations by grouping them by verb (make, do, take, etc.). Practice using them in sentences. The Ovidhan app has collocation flashcards and quizzes to help you learn.
Is this collocations guide free?
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Yes, this collocations guide is completely free. No sign-up, no hidden charges, and no limitations. Use it as many times as you need to master English collocations.
How many collocations should I learn for daily English?
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For daily English conversation, learning 100-200 common collocations is enough. For BCS, IELTS, and Bank Jobs, you should learn 300-500 collocations. This guide covers 200+ collocations.
What are the most common collocations in English?
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The most common collocations are with verbs like make, do, take, get, have, give, keep, break, come, and go. This guide covers all of these categories with Bangla meanings.
Does the Ovidhan app include collocations?
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Yes, the Ovidhan app includes 12,658+ words with collocations, Bangla meanings, synonyms, antonyms, and example sentences – all offline. You can practice collocations with flashcards and quizzes.
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Founder of Ovidhan
Building the best English learning platform for Bangladeshi students.