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When you learn a new noun, always try to find a verb or adjective that commonly goes with it. For example, don't just learn \u201crain\u201d<\/span>; learn \u201cheavy rain\u201d<\/span> or \u201clight rain\u201d<\/span>. Read a lot and pay attention to how words are used together.\"}, {\"q\": \"Are collocations important for the B2 First (FCE) exam?\", \"a\": \"Yes, collocations are very important for the B2 First (FCE) exam. You will find them in the Use of English paper, especially in Part 1 (Multiple-choice cloze) and Part 4 (Key word transformations). Knowing common collocations helps you choose the correct word and transform sentences accurately, showing a higher level of English proficiency.\"}, {\"q\": \"Can I just translate collocations from my native language?\", \"a\": \"No, direct translation is usually a bad idea for collocations. Words that go together in Spanish might not go together in English. 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