Verb Phrases

Verb phrases are common collocations we use in English. They are important because they show how to properly mix verbs and objects.

Common Verb Phrases:

• I listen to music.        X I hear to music.

• I take a shower.          X I bring a shower.

• I have dinner.               X I take dinner. 

• They go to the gym.  X They play at the gym.

• We play soccer.          X We practice soccer.

• They do exercises.    X They make exercise.

• She makes dinner.    X She does dinner.