A1 Collocation خنثی

Make a plan.

Create a strategy.

معنی

To devise a detailed proposal for doing something.

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زمینه فرهنگی

Planning is often associated with the 'American Dream' and the idea that you can control your own destiny through hard work and organization. Planning (Keikaku) is often a group activity. 'Making a plan' usually involves 'Nemawashi', or building consensus among everyone involved before the plan is finalized. There is a high cultural value placed on 'Ordnung' (order). Making a detailed plan is seen as a sign of respect for others' time and resources. While planning is important, there is often an acknowledgment of divine will (Inshallah). A plan is seen as a human intention that may change based on circumstances.

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Use 'Action Plan'

In business, say 'Let's make an action plan' to sound more professional and results-oriented.

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The 'Do' Trap

Never say 'do a plan'. It is the #1 mistake English learners make with this phrase.

معنی

To devise a detailed proposal for doing something.

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Use 'Action Plan'

In business, say 'Let's make an action plan' to sound more professional and results-oriented.

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The 'Do' Trap

Never say 'do a plan'. It is the #1 mistake English learners make with this phrase.

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Social Flexibility

In the UK, 'making plans' can sometimes be a polite way to end a conversation without actually intending to meet. Look for specific dates to be sure!

خودت رو بسنج

Fill in the missing word to complete the collocation.

We need to ______ a plan for the surprise party.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: make

In English, we always 'make' a plan, we never 'do' a plan.

Which sentence is grammatically correct?

Choose the best option:

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: I made a plan to study English.

We use 'make a plan' + 'to' + infinitive verb.

Match the situation to the best 'plan' phrase.

You have a very difficult problem at work that needs a long-term solution.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Formulate a strategic plan.

'Strategic' is the best word for long-term, complex work problems.

Complete the dialogue naturally.

A: 'I'm so stressed about moving to a new house!' B: 'Don't worry. Let's sit down and ______.'

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: make a plan

'Make a plan' is the most natural response to help someone organize a stressful task.

🎉 امتیاز: /4

ابزارهای بصری یادگیری

Types of Plans

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Social

  • Party
  • Dinner
  • Trip
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Work

  • Project
  • Budget
  • Strategy

بانک تمرین

4 تمرین‌ها
Fill in the missing word to complete the collocation. جای خالی A1

We need to ______ a plan for the surprise party.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: make

In English, we always 'make' a plan, we never 'do' a plan.

Which sentence is grammatically correct? Choose A2

Choose the best option:

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: I made a plan to study English.

We use 'make a plan' + 'to' + infinitive verb.

Match the situation to the best 'plan' phrase. situation_matching B1

You have a very difficult problem at work that needs a long-term solution.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Formulate a strategic plan.

'Strategic' is the best word for long-term, complex work problems.

Complete the dialogue naturally. dialogue_completion A1

A: 'I'm so stressed about moving to a new house!' B: 'Don't worry. Let's sit down and ______.'

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: make a plan

'Make a plan' is the most natural response to help someone organize a stressful task.

🎉 امتیاز: /4

سوالات متداول

10 سوال

'Planning' is the general activity, while 'make a plan' refers to the specific act of creating one strategy.

Yes! 'Making plans' is very common for social life (e.g., 'We are making plans for the summer').

Use 'to' before a verb ('to go') and 'for' before a noun ('for the trip').

It is neutral. It works in both a business meeting and with your best friend.

It is a second plan you make in case the first plan fails.

English collocations are fixed. 'Make' is used for creation; 'do' is for tasks. A plan is a creation.

Only if you are literally drawing a map or a building design with a pencil.

It often means 'to find a solution to a problem', even if it's difficult.

Yes, it sounds more formal and sophisticated in a professional report.

Yes, it's a great way to tell someone you are busy organizing your thoughts.

عبارات مرتبط

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have a plan

similar

To already possess a strategy.

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stick to the plan

builds on

To follow the plan without changing it.

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change of plan

contrast

When the original plan is replaced by a new one.

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game plan

specialized form

A strategy for a specific challenge (often sports or business).

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