Collocation Dictionary
Common collocations with language in British Collocation
language
noun
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
UK
/ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ/
rude
abusive
bad
foul
obscene
offensive
strong
Thomas was sent off for using foul and abusive language towards the referee.
ordinary
everyday
ordinary
plain
simple
Use plain language and avoid jargon and technical terms.
suitable
appropriate
suitable
Always use language that is appropriate for the situation.
describing the level of formality
colloquial
formal
informal
types of language
descriptive
figurative
literary
non-technical
poetic
racist
sexist
spoken
technical
written
Poetic language is often figurative, with ideas condensed for maximum impact.
use language
adopt
use
Try not to adopt the language of the tabloid press.
He then began to use some very bad language.
get language
acquire
This module examines how children acquire language and learn to communicate.
be careful with the language you use
mind
watch
You are a role model for the children and we ask you to mind your language at all times of day.
acquisition
development
learning
proficiency
skills
Nursery rhymes encourage language development, imagination and a sense of rhythm.