Let’s be honest, sometimes English can be confusing. Sometimes when learning English it is easy to mix up words or be unsure when to use them.
I often hear German speakers who are learning English make mistakes with the words ‘make’ and ‘do’. Often (but not always) it is because the German word ‘machen’ is mistranslated.
There are many phrases and expressions that exist in English where there is no real rule to help you remember the difference between ‘make’ and ‘do’. You just have to learn them. Sorry!
Take a look at the examples below. Hopefully they will make things clearer for you.
Do the dishes / washing up.
E.g. I really need to get a dishwasher. I don’t like doing the dishes.
Make your way.
E.g. After the presentation had ended, they all made their way back to the main building where they had lunch.
Make a noise.
E.g. Try not to make a noise when you come home as the children will be asleep.
Have fun learning English!
Louise