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really enjoy

fixed phr..
A1 Beginner Oxford

fixed phr.. A simple way to say you like something a lot. You use it to show a strong, positive feeling about an activity or thing.

fixed phr.. A common verb phrase intensified by the adverb 'really', used to express a high degree of pleasure or satisfaction. It is a frequent and natural-sounding collocation.


SIMPLE

I really enjoy listening to music.

CONTEXTUAL

She doesn't just tolerate her job; she really enjoys working with her team on new projects.

COMPLEX

While some find the city's relentless pace overwhelming, I have always really enjoyed the vibrant, chaotic energy that permeates its streets.

Usage

Use 'really' before 'enjoy' to emphasize how much you like something.

Teaching tip

Teach this as a common collocation for intensifying 'enjoy', contrasting it with other adverbs like 'thoroughly' (more formal) or 'absolutely' (for 'love').

Pitfall

I enjoy really my coffee in the morning.I really enjoy my coffee in the morning.The adverb 'really' is typically placed before the verb 'enjoy' that it modifies.

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