Make vs. do
The difference
Many languages use a single verb for both make and do. In English, they are different:
Do - for activities and tasks
do homework
do the dishes - wash the plates and cups
do the laundry ['lɔndri] - wash the clothes
do the housework
do exercise
do business
do a favor ['feɪvər] - do something kind to help someone
do your best - try as hard as you can
do research [rɪ'sərtʃ]
do damage ['dæmɪdʒ] - cause harm
Make - for creating or producing
make breakfast / lunch / dinner
make a decision
make a mistake
make money - earn money
make a phone call
make noise
make an effort
make progress ['prɑgrɛs]
make a promise
make friends
make plans
There is no perfect rule. These are collocations that you learn with practice. In general, do is for actions/tasks and make is for creating/producing.
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Spaced repetition
Cramming works for tomorrow's test but not for long-term retention. Spreading your study sessions out over days and weeks is far more effective than covering everything in one sitting.
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