Sunday 7 July 2019

Collocations.




Definition:
Collocations are words that are often used together. Please see my tutorial on what are collocations.
Today, I am going to teach you collocations. Collocations make you sound natural when you speak English. So let us look them.
1. We have the noun Knowledge which is used with various adjectives, nouns, verbs, adverbs and expressions with prepositions.
• Sound knowledge:
William Lobley has a sound knowledge of Economics. He never makes an error in explanations.
In order to be a good financial accountant you must have a sound knowledge of mathematics and accounting. A sound knowledge allows an accountant to make fast calculations and good financial decisions.
• Comprehensive knowledge:
Good English Grammar textbooks contain a comprehensive knowledge of English Grammar. They will cover every aspect of English Grammar.
Henry has a comprehensive knowledge of computer networking. He knows all there is to know about the subject.
• Vast knowledge :
A vast knowledge about the ancient city of Troy has been accumulated over the years.
Darryl has a vast knowledge of archaeology and ancient history.
• Intimate knowledge:
Antonia has intimate knowledge about Marshall’s family.
Because scientists had gained an intimate knowledge of the workings of dna, it allowed then to understand it fully.
These are some more collocations which you can try and frame sentences. Try them. If you run into any problems, just let me know and I will help you out.
A. Ancient monument
B. Car park
C. Made a decision
D. Made some records
E. Bitterly cold
F. Substantial lunch/meal
G. Pitch dark
H. A good time
I. Applied for a job
J. Soaking wet
K. Make breakfast/ lunch/ supper
L. Scorching hot/heat
M. Scorching sun

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