Speak Better English with Harry 12 English Collocations for Every Life Stage: From Baby to Senior [572]
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Jan 28, 2026 Learn natural collocations for childhood moments like grazing knees and throwing tantrums. Discover study phrases such as swot for an exam and verbs for taking or retaking tests. Hear vivid verbs and idioms about partying, ageing, hair changes, weight, aches, and forgetfulness. Short, everyday vocabulary to boost spoken English and conversational confidence.
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Correct Verbs For Exams
- Use take, do or sit an exam interchangeably: 'take an exam', 'do an exam', 'sit an exam'.
- Then say 'pass' only after achieving the required mark; don't say 'I'm going to pass' beforehand.
Teeter Conveys Near-Unsteadiness
- To teeter means to be unsteady and nearly fall, used literally and figuratively.
- Harry notes phrases like 'teeter on the brink' to express near-collapse or danger.
Go Clubbing Means Hitting Nightlife
- To go clubbing means to visit nightclubs, discos and bars, often on weekends.
- Use phrases like 'he's gone clubbing with his mates' to describe the activity casually.