MAKE VS. DO

MAKE VS. DO

1. Both can be translated as "to do", but there are some differences in their meaning.

2. "DO" consider more the action

   • "Do" is used for actions, activities, and jobs . It is used in a broad sense, as to "perform". In general, these actions and activities do not produce a physical object.
     • EJEMPLO: do homework; do a job; do the dishes; do housework; do exercise
   • "Do" is used when we talk about things in general, when we do not say exactly what activity.
     • it is used a lot with undefined pronouns like "something", "anything", "nothing", etc.
       • EJEMPLOS
         • -What are you doing today? I'm not doing anything. -He's always doing nice things for his girlfriend. -Are you doing anything important right now?
   • EXPRESSIONS
     • do good; do right; do wrong; do damage; do one's best; do a favor; do justice; do research; do harm; do business; do one's hair; do wonders.

3. "Make" is used in the sense of "manufacture", "elaborate" or "create"

   • It is used for activities that create something that can be touched, a physical object
     • Ejemplos: make breakfast/lunch/dinner; make a dress; make furniture
   • EXPRESSIONS
     • make a decision; make a choice; make a plan; make arrangements; make an appointment; make a mistake; make money; make an excuse; make an effort; make an attempt; make progress; make an offer; make [a] noise; make peace; make war; make a phone call; make an exception; make a confession; make a discovery; make a change; make amends; make a comment; make a statement; make a speech; make a difference.

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