Firstly, let have a look at what collocation means. Collocation is a
group of words put together or often goes together that native speakers use in
their daily conversations, they sound natural.
For example:
- take something into account/ consideration
- take it easy
- keep an eye on someone/ something
We do not say “do something into account/ consideration” or “make an eye on ….”
These do not sound natural in English.
So, remember to use English in a group of words that are often stick together or used
commonly by native speakers, in other words, let learn English in collocations like some
examples I have just given to you above. Otherwise, your English speaking seems to be
unnatural.
In this paper today, I would like to introduce to you some English collocations
about “what you think”. You’ll learn English collocations that…
 Include the word ‘think’
 Express what you think
 Ask for time to think
 Describe what others think
 Show that you have some doubts about what you think

1. English collocations with the word ‘think’

 Personally think
 Honestly think
 Hate to think
 Dread to think
 Shudder to think
Examples:

I honestly think the best thing to do is replace your old motorbike with a new car.
The lifeguards rescued him from the water just in time; I shudder to think what would
have happened if they hadn’t!

2. English collocations to say what you think

 In my opinion, I think… 
 Take the view that
 Subscribe to the theory that
Examples:
I take the view that if you are kind, then kindness will come your way.
I subscribe to the theory that everything happens for a reason.
3. English collocations when you need time to think

 Think carefully
 Give it some thought
 Have a good think
 Have a long think
 Have a hard think
 Have a long, hard think about it
Examples:
After their meeting she thought long and hard about how to improve their strategy.
Clearly, with that injury you need to have a good think about whether you should run in
the marathon again this year.
I appreciate your offer, I will definitely give it some thought.
4. English collocations about what others think

 Common knowledge
 Widespread belief
 Opinions are divided
Examples:
It’s common knowledge that she is the strongest athlete on the team.

There is widespread belief that vinegar will ease jellyfish stings, but actually hot water is
a much better idea.
Opinions are divided as to whether the new office paint color should be olive green or
light mauve.

5. English collocations when you’re worried or have a doubt

 Nagging doubt/feeling
 Wrestling with a problem/issue/situation
Examples:
I have a nagging doubt/feeling that it may go horribly wrong tomorrow! (horribly wrong
is a great collocation to use too!)
I have been wrestling with this issue for over a week now!