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Grammar fix

bring about

cause (something to happen)

To make something happen, especially a change or result.

phrasal verbB2common

Hear it in context

Notice where the phrase sounds natural.

  • The new manager hopes to bring about positive changes in the company.daily life
  • In my opinion, investing in public transport can bring about many benefits for the city, such as less traffic and cleaner air.IELTS speaking

Fix the pattern

Pattern: bring about + noun

WrongTechnology brought about to many changes.

RightTechnology brought about many changes.

'Bring about' takes the result directly — no 'to'.

Patternbring about + noun

Use it right

Choose the version that sounds natural in speech.

Stiff The reforms engendered significant societal transformation.

Natural The reforms brought about big changes in society.

'Bring about' is the natural verb for causing change; 'engendered significant transformation' is academic.

Build natural chunks

Words that usually travel with it.

  • bring about + change
    changereformimprovementsa transformation

Don't confuse it

'Bring about' is similar to 'cause' or 'lead to', but is often used for positive or planned changes.

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