A1 Collocation Neutral

Have an idea.

Think of a concept

Practice it

Meaning

To conceive a new thought, plan, or suggestion.

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Cultural Background

Americans often use 'I have an idea' to start a brainstorming session in business. British speakers might say 'I've had a thought' as a slightly more formal alternative. In hierarchical settings, people might use more indirect language than 'I have an idea'.

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Use 'an'

Always remember 'an' because 'idea' starts with a vowel sound.

Meaning

To conceive a new thought, plan, or suggestion.

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Use 'an'

Always remember 'an' because 'idea' starts with a vowel sound.

Test Yourself

Fill in the blank with the correct article.

I have ___ idea.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: an

Idea starts with a vowel sound, so use 'an'.

Which is more natural?

I ___ an idea.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: have

We 'have' ideas in English.

🎉 Score: /2

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

2 exercises
Fill in the blank with the correct article. Fill Blank A1

I have ___ idea.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: an

Idea starts with a vowel sound, so use 'an'.

Which is more natural? Choose A1

I ___ an idea.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: have

We 'have' ideas in English.

🎉 Score: /2

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, if you have more than one.

Related Phrases

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Brainstorm

builds on

To generate many ideas.

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Lightbulb moment

similar

A sudden realization.

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