Collocations in English

When learning English words, it is useful to also learn the words they often occur with .This combination of words that work together is known under the name of collocation. Learning collocations is an important part of acquiring the vocabulary of a language. A collocation refers to clusters of words that often go together throughout written and spoken English and form a common expression. An understanding of collocation is vital for all learners, and especially for those on advanced level courses. We will try to take a closer look at the typology of collocations, at their relation to good speaking and writing and at the task of the students to learn and master them. The more often a student sees or hears an expression, the more likely it is to become a part of their active language