Understanding collocations is key to sounding natural and professional in Business English. Collocations are words that often go together, like "sluggish growth" or "financial crisis." Knowing these word combinations can help you communicate more clearly in the workplace. Take this quiz to test your knowledge of common Business English collocations!
Read each highlighted definition and choose the correct collocation.
1.A sudden and quick change is called:
2. Early results or first findings are called:
3. A set of training programs that employees are required to complete is called:
4. A group of employees who can adapt to changes and keep working well even during difficult times is called:
5. A free breakfast that is included with your stay at a hotel or other accommodation is called:
6. Strong and healthy growth is called:
7. The most important issue can also be called:
Let's look at the definitions and examples:
an ABRUPT CHANGE
a sudden and quick change that happens without warning
The company experienced an abrupt change in leadership last month.
PRELIMINARY RESULTS
early results or first findings
The preliminary results of the survey show that most employees are satisfied with their jobs.
MANDATORY TRAINING
a set of training programs that employees are required to complete
All new staff must complete mandatory training in the first week.
a RESILIENT WORKFORCE
a group of employees who can adapt to changes and keep working well even during difficult times
Thanks to a resilient workforce, the company quickly bounced back after the crisis.
a COMPLIMENTARY BREAKFAST
a free breakfast that is included with your stay at a hotel or other accommodation
The hotel offers a complimentary breakfast to all its guests.
ROBUST GROWTH
strong and healthy growth
The company reported robust growth in sales for the third quarter.
a PRIMARY CONCERN
the most important issue can also be called
Employee safety is our primary concern.
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