These phrases are commonly used in our households, and we are all aware of what they mean. But what are those words that always accompany one another are called? Make the bed, do the dishes, save time. Such use of two or more words that are often used together are known as 'collocations'. How to use common collocation in English Grammar depends on the context where you are using it. Some of the most regular collocations use verbs and nouns together that are used every day. Native speakers often use collocations in both written and spoken English which implies that using incorrect pairing of words may not go unnoticed