Instead of keeping a long list of isolated words, record common word partnerships in a full sentence and practise retrieving them later. This makes the notebook useful for reading as well as vocabulary review.

Capture the phrase and its job

For example, record “raise a concern” with “Several residents raised a concern about the crossing.” Note that raise is the verb and concern is the noun. Add a contrast: “increase concern” describes making people more worried, not necessarily speaking up about an issue.

Test the phrase in a different context

Cover the verb and complete: “The student committee decided to ___ a concern about the new timetable.” Then write a different example. If you cannot explain why the phrase fits, revisit the sentence rather than marking it learned because it looks familiar.

Frequently asked question

How many phrases should I add?

Start with three that you can review and use accurately. A small set you revisit is more useful than a page of phrases you never retrieve.

For a follow-up routine, read our PTE mock-test feedback guide.

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