COLLOCATIONS

A typical combination of two words or more that has a special meaning independent from the meaning of the words taken separately.

To collocate: to place together

Form

There are many forms but the most common ones are:

– adjective + noun

– verb + noun

– verb + adjecive

– noun + noun

Examples:

–Do a job

– make a promise

– set objectives

– think big

– passive smoking

– objectives setting

– lay out a goal

Note:

This kind of expressions is vital in our daily verbal and written communication. They are sometimes confusing and they can be acquired by readind and practice.