written instructions — instructions in writing
collocationB1IELTS 5+neutralcommon
information or directions that are given to someone in a written form, such as on paper or in an email, explaining how to do something.
Say it like a native
Textbook Please refer to the documented procedural directives.
Native Just follow the written instructions.
Natural; 'documented procedural directives' is manual-speak.
Pattern: written instructions (plural noun)
In use
- The teacher gave us written instructions for the homework, so we wouldn’t forget any details.daily life
- In my opinion, written instructions are better than spoken ones because you can refer back to them whenever you need.IELTS speaking
Common mistake
✗ There were written instruction in the box.
✓ There were written instructions in the box.
Usually plural — 'instructions'.
Common collocations
written instructions— follow, clear, detailed, provide
Don't confuse it
Compare with 'verbal instructions', which are given by speaking.