Although there are some general rules, most are fixed expressions that you will have to
memorise. Watch the video and see how many you know
and learn!
Typically, we use 'make' when we create, produce or construct something
Make an appointment Make a change
Make a choice Make a complaint
Make a confession Make a date
Make a decision Make a discovery
Make an effort Make an error
Make a fool of yourself Make a fortune
Make friends Make a joke
Make a journey Make a list
Make a profit Make a loss
Make a mess Make a mistake
Make money Make a move
Make noise Make an offer
Make a payment Make a phone call
Make a prediction Make progress
Make a promise Make a proposal
Make a reservation Make a cup of tea
Typically, we use ’do’ for activities, work, jobs and tasks
Do an exercise Do badly
Do business Do chores
Do a course Do a crossword
Do damage Do a drawing
Do an exam Do Exercise / sport
Do someone a favour Do gardening
Do your hair Do homework
Do housework Do the ironing
Do the laundry Do the paperwork
Do research Do the shopping
Do the washing up Do well
Do work Do your best