What are delexical verbs? - An introduction to delexical verbs. by Itailormadeidiomas

Delexical verb - To Make

Daby — 2017-06-20 20:07:24 UTC

We use make with:-

Idea 1:-
Talking & sounds: a comment, an enquiry, a noise, a point,
a promise, a sound, a speech, a suggestion

*** Don't say < to make a question >, instead you should say < ask a question or put a question to someone >.

Idea 2:-
Plans & schedule:arrangements, a choice, a decision, a plan, plans, an appointment, a date

Idea 3:-
Preparation & cooking: cake, meal, drink

*** Remember, we say to < make or brew a coffee & tea >

Delexical verb - To Give

Daby — 2017-06-20 20:07:24 UTC

We use give with:-

Idea 1:-

Noises: a cry, a laugh, a scream, a shout, a whistle

Idea 2:-
Facial expressions: a smile, a grin, a look, a glance

Idea 3:-
Hitting (physical): a kick, a punch, a slap, a push, a knock, a blow

Idea 4:-
Affectionate actions expressing a feeling: a hug, a kiss, a stroke

Idea 5:-
Talking / speaking: some advice, an answer, some information, an interview, a lecture, some news, a report, a speech, a talk, a warning

Common collocations (combinations) with the verb < Take >.

Daby — 2017-06-20 20:07:24 UTC

We say,
1. Take care (of)
2. Take a turn
3. Take a chance
4. Take a decision
5. Take the trouble
6. Take a risk
7. Take a photo
8. Take into consideration
9. Take into account
10. Take for granted
11. Take a snap
12. Take or leave
13. Take online
14. Take a raincheck
15. Take a look
16. Take a walk
17. Take a swim

*** In a different lesson, we can spend more time on this part.

Delexical verb - To Take

Daby — 2017-06-20 20:07:24 UTC

We use take with:-

(** means that you can use another verb)

Idea 1:-

** Washing: a bath, a shower, a wash
(In Portuguese = TER / TOMAR)
E.g.
* I took a nice hot bath.

Idea 2:-
Resting: a break, a holiday, a rest.
(In Portuguese = TER / TOMAR)
E.g.
* Have a break have a Kitkat.

Delexical verb - To have (Part B)

Daby — 2017-06-20 20:07:24 UTC

We can also use have with a noun :-

1. Have a listen
2. Have a look
3. Have a bite
4. Have a drink
5. Have a swim
6. Have a party
7. Have a check

Delexical verb - To have (Part A)

Daby — 2017-06-20 20:07:24 UTC

We use have with:-

(** means that you can use another verb)

Idea 1:-
Disagreeing with someone: an argument, a dispute, a fight, a quarrel, a row, a brawl.
(In Portuguese = TER)
E.g.
* I had argument.

Idea 2:-
Food and drink: a meal, drink, breakfast, lunch, dinner, a snack, a cup of coffee.
(In Portuguese = TER / TOMAR)

E.g.
* I had breakfast at 9 am.

Idea 3:-
Talking: a chat, a conversation, a discussion, a talk, a Skype call.
(In Portuguese = TER)

E.g.
* I had a decent talk with James.

Idea 4:-
** Washing: a bath, a shower, a wash, a scrub, a sunbath, a suntan.
(In Portuguese = TER / TOMAR)

E.g.
* I had a bath.

Be careful;
In this case, you can use < take > as well for all situations.
E.g.
* I took a bath.

Idea 5:-
** Resting: a break, a holiday, a rest, a nap, sleep.
(In Portuguese = TER / TOMAR)

E.g.
* The boys will have a school break in July.

Be careful;
In this case, you can also use
< take > in most situations.

What are the delexical verbs?

Daby — 2017-06-20 20:07:24 UTC

They are < Have, Take, Make, Give, Go & Do >.

What is the main difference between the main verb alone and the delexical verb?

Daby — 2017-06-20 20:07:24 UTC

It adds more emphasis or gives more importance. Besides, it gives the sense that
the action that we are describing is brief.

Do delexical verbs sometimes sound redundant?

Daby — 2017-06-20 20:07:24 UTC

Well, it must partly agree that very often, it seems redundant where a verb has a similar meaning to the meaning
of the delexical structure.
For example,
1. The main verb 'listen' means almost the same as
'have a listen' or 'take a listen'. (As I have said that this structure is more used by native English speakers)

2. The main verb 'look' means almost the same as
'have a look' or 'take a look'.

--- Good to know that at the time that we say or 'take or have a look' + *** AT + something.

How do delexical verbs improve in your learning curve?

Daby — 2017-06-20 20:07:24 UTC

Normally, delexical structures in sentences contribute to the impression of fluency & proficiency in the language.
It is countless & indispensable in movies, on the news & in everyday speeches.

What are delexical verbs?

Daby — 2017-06-20 20:07:24 UTC

Some verbs are delexical verbs which are used with nouns as
their object to indicate simply that someone performs / does an action. They do not affect or create something. They have very little meaning in some sentences.

Delexical verb - To Go

Daby — 2017-06-21 11:49:14 UTC

We use go with:-

Formula:-

Go + For + a + Action or Choice.

Choice: for a break, for something (can be anything that you choose)

Moving: for a walk, for a stroll, a ride.

Delexical verb - To Do

Daby — 2017-06-21 12:05:01 UTC

We use Do with:-

This verb is often confused to verb < to make >. My advice is to learn collocations of the verbs < to do & to make >.

Work in general (household):- the ironing, the cleaning, the washing, cooking, the drying

Performs any action, activity or task (which is producing anything):- shopping, the bed, homework, exercise, some work-out, business, your job

Studying:- a course, subject, examination, test

Parts of the body:- my nails, my hair, physical exercise, workout

An action related also to capacity:- well, good, fine, my best, harm, time