Do vs Make

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Do Vs Make

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The verbs “do” and “make” are two of the most common verbs used in English that can make us feel confused when we use them.

Let us to see how to use each one in a correct way.

Do

We use the verb 'do' when someone performs an action, activity or task.

Example

  • do a crossword
  • do the laundry
  • do the washing
  • do the iron
  • Do is often used when referring to work of any kind.
  • do homework
  • do housework
  • do your work

Remember that these activities do not usually produce a physical object.

Use the verb 'do' when speaking about things in general. In other words, to describe an action without saying exactly what the action is. This form is often used with the words 'something, nothing, anything, everything, etc.'

Example

  • I’m not doing anything now
  • He does everything for his girlfriend
  • She’s doing nothing.

There are also a number of standard expressions that take the verb ‘do’. The best solution for knowing when to use them is to learn them.

  • do business
  • do the dishes
  • do a favor
  • do good
  • do well
  • do your hair
  • do your nails

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Make

We use the verb make for constructing, building or creating

Example

  • Make a dress
  • Make food
  • Make a cup of coffee or tea
  • Make is often used when referring to preparing food of any kind

Example

  • Make a meal
  • Make breakfast
  • Make lunch/dinner

There are also a number of standard expressions that take the verb ‘make’. The best solution for knowing when to use them is to learn them.

  • Make arrangements
  • Make a choice
  • Make a comment
  • Make a decision
  • Make a difference
  • Make and effort
  • Make an excuse
  • Make amends
  • Make believe
  • Make money
  • Make a noise
  • Make a plan, etc.

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