Make vs Do

Make is often used when creating, producing or preparing something.

  • Make a cake.
  • Make a decision.
  • Make a plan.
  • Make money.

Do is commonly used for activities, tasks and work.

  • Do your homework.
  • Do the washing-up.
  • Do some work.
  • Do your best.

Easy guide

Think of make as creating or producing something and do as performing an activity or task.

There are many fixed expressions, so learning common combinations is useful.