{"id":273086,"date":"2026-08-03T03:00:50","date_gmt":"2026-08-03T08:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/langcom.org\/?p=273086"},"modified":"2026-08-03T03:00:50","modified_gmt":"2026-08-03T08:00:50","slug":"make-do-give-collocations-b1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/langcom.org\/es\/blog\/make-do-give-collocations-b1\/","title":{"rendered":"Master Make, Do, and Give Collocations in English (B1)"},"content":{"rendered":"
Mastering collocations with make<\/span>, do<\/span>, y give<\/span> is essential for sounding natural and confident in English.<\/strong> These verbs combine with specific nouns and phrases to form fixed expressions. Often, you cannot guess which verb to use based on meaning alone, as they translate similarly in other languages, like Spanish ‘hacer’ or ‘dar’. For instance, we always say make a decision<\/span> (to choose), not do a decision<\/span>. We do homework<\/span> (perform a task), not make homework<\/span>. And we give advice<\/span> (offer guidance), not make advice<\/span>. Learning these common combinations by heart will significantly improve your fluency and accuracy, helping you communicate more effectively and avoid common mistakes that can make your English sound less natural. Pay close attention to these patterns to speak like a native.<\/div>\n

What are Collocations?<\/h2>\n

Collocations are words that often go together. They are like word friends. For example, in English, we say heavy rain<\/span>, no strong rain<\/span>. Even if strong<\/span> seems to make sense, heavy<\/span> is the natural choice.<\/p>\n

Learning collocations makes your English sound more natural and fluent. It also helps you understand native speakers better.<\/p>\n

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When to Use Make<\/span>?<\/h2>\n

We often use make<\/span> when we create, produce, or cause something to happen. Think of it as building or forming something new.<\/p>\n

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  • For creating or producing:<\/strong>
    make a cake<\/span>
    make a noise<\/span>
    make a plan<\/span><\/li>\n
  • For decisions or choices:<\/strong>
    make a decision<\/span>
    make a choice<\/span><\/li>\n
  • For reactions or impressions:<\/strong>
    make a good impression<\/span>
    make someone happy<\/span><\/li>\n
  • For speaking or sounds:<\/strong>
    make a speech<\/span>
    make a phone call<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    When to Use Do<\/span>?<\/h2>\n

    We generally use do<\/span> for actions, tasks, or general activities. It often refers to performing an activity or completing a duty.<\/p>\n

      \n
    • For tasks or duties:<\/strong>
      do homework<\/span>
      do the laundry<\/span>
      do the dishes<\/span><\/li>\n
    • For general activities (often with something<\/span>, anything<\/span>, nothing<\/span>):<\/strong>
      do something<\/span>
      do nothing<\/span><\/li>\n
    • For work or business:<\/strong>
      do business<\/span>
      do a good job<\/span><\/li>\n
    • For favors or harm:<\/strong>
      do a favor<\/span>
      do harm<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      When to Use Give<\/span>?<\/h2>\n

      Utilizamos give<\/span> when we transfer something to someone, offer something, or perform an action for another person.<\/p>\n

        \n
      • For offering or transferring:<\/strong>
        give a gift<\/span>
        give money<\/span>
        give a hug<\/span><\/li>\n
      • For communication or information:<\/strong>
        give advice<\/span>
        give a presentation<\/span>
        give directions<\/span><\/li>\n
      • For reactions or sounds:<\/strong>
        give a laugh<\/span>
        give a shout<\/span><\/li>\n
      • For medical or physical actions:<\/strong>
        give an injection<\/span>
        give birth<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
        Common Collocations with Make, Do, and Give<\/caption>\n
        <span data-no-translation>Make<\/span><\/th>\n<span data-no-translation>Do<\/span><\/th>\n<span data-no-translation>Give<\/span><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
        make a decision<\/span><\/td>\ndo homework<\/span><\/td>\ngive advice<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        make a mistake<\/span><\/td>\ndo the dishes<\/span><\/td>\ngive a presentation<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        make a noise<\/span><\/td>\ndo a favor<\/span><\/td>\ngive a hug<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        make a plan<\/span><\/td>\ndo business<\/span><\/td>\ngive directions<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        make a phone call<\/span><\/td>\ndo your best<\/span><\/td>\ngive a shout<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        make an effort<\/span><\/td>\ndo research<\/span><\/td>\ngive a speech<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

        Ejemplos<\/h2>\n
          \n
        • I need to make a phone call to my mother.<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Please do your best on the exam.<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Can you give me some advice about my new job?<\/span><\/li>\n
        • She always makes a good impression on her clients.<\/span><\/li>\n
        • We decided to do some volunteer work this weekend.<\/span><\/li>\n
        • He gave a big smile when he saw his friends.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Pr\u00e1ctica<\/h2>\n