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have fun

fixed phr..
A1 Beginner Oxford

fixed phr.. To enjoy yourself or have a good time.

fixed phr.. To experience enjoyment or pleasure; a common verb-object collocation often used as an imperative to wish someone well.


SIMPLE

The children have fun at the park.

CONTEXTUAL

I hope you have fun on your vacation to Spain next week!

COMPLEX

Although the work was demanding, the team managed to have fun by celebrating small victories and maintaining a positive atmosphere.

Usage

This is often used as a friendly command or wish, such as 'Have fun at the party!'

Teaching tip

Contrast 'have fun' (to enjoy oneself) with 'make fun of' (to mock or ridicule someone), as this is a common point of confusion.

Pitfall

We did fun at the festival.We had fun at the festival.'Fun' is a noun, so it collocates with the verb 'have', not 'do'.

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