Collocation Connections
Visual representation of word partners.
Click to zoom
Verbs and nouns fit together like puzzle pieces to form natural expressions.
Understand and apply natural word partnerships (collocations) to improve lexical resource.
Preview · progress not saved — Chapter 1 is free
Explain collocation and its importance in IELTS.
In English, certain words naturally lock together like puzzle pieces. This phenomenon is called collocation. It is the difference between sounding like a native speaker and sounding like a translated dictionary.
For example, we say make progress, never do progress.
Visual representation of word partners.
Verbs and nouns fit together like puzzle pieces to form natural expressions.
Verb + noun, adjective + noun, noun + preposition patterns.
Match verbs/adjectives to natural noun partners.
Terms
Definitions
Fill correct word partner in essay sentences.
To achieve a high band score, candidates must a clear and logically structured argument that addresses the core issue. It is widely accepted that governments should more resources to public transportation to reduce traffic congestion. Researchers have extensive studies to determine the long-term effects of climate change on coastal cities. Students are required to a valid conclusion based on the evidence provided in the academic journals. In order to solve this problem, society must strict measures to limit greenhouse gas emissions.
Learner writes sentences; AI flags unnatural pairings.
Use the word impact in Sentence 1, solution in Sentence 2, and evidence in Sentence 3. The AI will evaluate whether you paired these words naturally (e.g., have an impact, solution to, provide evidence).
Write a full sentence using the word 'impact' with a natural verb or adjective partner.
Write a full sentence using the word 'solution', paying attention to the preposition that follows it.
Write a full sentence using the word 'evidence' with an appropriate verb.