A1 DAILY ENGLISH CONVERSATIONS

Complete 35-Day Beginner Collection

Real-Life Situations • Simple Vocabulary • Everyday Phrases

CEFR Level A1  |  Perfect for Self-Study & Classroom

Welcome

This complete explanation contains 35 daily English conversations for absolute beginners (A1). Every conversation takes place in a different real-life location and uses only simple words and short, clear sentences.

Each day includes a natural dialogue, new vocabulary, one grammar point, pronunciation tips, comprehension questions, speaking practice, writing practice, key phrases to memorize, and a short summary.

How to use: Read the dialogue aloud. Study the vocabulary and grammar. Answer the questions. Practise speaking and writing. Memorize the 10 key phrases. Then move to the next day!

Estimated total useful vocabulary: 900–1100 words. Reading time per day: 4–7 minutes.

Table of Contents – All 35 Days

Day 1: At a Café

Day 2: At a Supermarket

Day 3: At Home

Day 4: At School

Day 5: At Work

Day 6: At a Restaurant

Day 7: At the Airport

Day 8: At a Hotel

Day 9: At a Hospital

Day 10: At a Pharmacy

Day 11: At the Bank

Day 12: At the Post Office

Day 13: At a Bus Stop

Day 14: On the Train

Day 15: In a Taxi

Day 16: At a Clothing Store

Day 17: At a Shoe Store

Day 18: At the Library

Day 19: At the Gym

Day 20: At the Park

Day 21: At the Beach

Day 22: At the Cinema

Day 23: At the Zoo

Day 24: At a Museum

Day 25: At a Police Station

Day 26: At a Friend's House

Day 27: At a Birthday Party

Day 28: Shopping for Groceries

Day 29: Asking for Directions

Day 30: Visiting a Doctor

Day 31: Booking a Hotel

Day 32: Ordering Food

Day 33: Buying Tickets

Day 34: Renting a Car

Day 35: Meeting New People

Day 1 – At a Café

Location: a café   |   Speakers: Ahmed (customer) & Sarah (barista)

Ahmed: Hello!

Sarah: Hello! Welcome to the café. How are you today?

Ahmed: I am fine, thank you. And you?

Sarah: I am good, thank you. What would you like?

Ahmed: I want a coffee, please.

Sarah: Sure. Do you want a small, medium, or large coffee?

Ahmed: Medium, please.

Sarah: Hot or cold?

Ahmed: Hot, please.

Sarah: Do you want milk and sugar?

Ahmed: Yes, please. Milk and sugar.

Sarah: OK. Anything else?

Ahmed: Yes. I want a cheese sandwich, please.

Sarah: Good choice. The coffee and sandwich are 6 dollars.

Ahmed: Here you are.

Sarah: Thank you. Please wait a minute.

Ahmed: OK. No problem.

Sarah: Here is your coffee and sandwich. Enjoy!

Ahmed: Thank you very much. It looks good.

Sarah: You are welcome. Have a nice day!

Ahmed: Goodbye!

Sarah: Goodbye!

café – noun – a place where people drink coffee and eat small food

barista – noun – a person who makes coffee

coffee – noun – a hot drink

sandwich – noun – food with bread and filling

cheese – noun – yellow or white food from milk

medium – adjective – not small, not large

hot – adjective – with high temperature

milk – noun – white liquid from cows

sugar – noun – sweet white powder

please – adverb – polite word for requests

enjoy – verb – to like something

dollar – noun – money unit

minute – noun – 60 seconds

welcome – verb – to greet kindly

thank you – expression – polite words for help

Present Simple with “want” and “would you like”

We use want and would you like to talk about needs and offers now.

Examples from the dialogue:

I want a coffee, please.

What would you like?

Do you want milk and sugar?

I want a sandwich, please.

More simple examples:

I want water.

She wants tea.

Would you like a cake?

Do you want sugar?

coffee → KOF-ee

sandwich → SAN-wich

medium → MEE-dee-um

please → pleez

thank you → THANK yoo

Where is Ahmed?

Who is Sarah?

How is Ahmed today?

What does Ahmed want first?

What size coffee does he want?

Does he want hot or cold coffee?

Does he want milk and sugar?

What kind of sandwich does he want?

How much is the food and drink?

What does Sarah say at the end?

The barista says “Hello! How are you?” What do you say?

The barista asks “What would you like?” What do you answer?

The barista asks “Small, medium, or large?” What do you say?

The barista asks “Do you want milk and sugar?” What do you answer?

The barista says “Enjoy!” What do you say?

Write 3 sentences about what you want to drink in a café.

Write a short dialogue (4 lines) ordering tea and cake.

Write 5 things you can buy in a café.

Write 3 polite sentences using “please” and “thank you”.

Write a short summary of the dialogue (3–4 sentences).

Hello!

How are you today?

I am fine, thank you.

What would you like?

I want a coffee, please.

Do you want milk and sugar?

Yes, please.

Anything else?

Thank you very much.

Have a nice day!

Ahmed goes to a café. He greets Sarah and orders a medium hot coffee with milk and sugar plus a cheese sandwich. The total is 6 dollars. He pays, waits, and receives his order. They say goodbye. Perfect for ordering drinks and food politely.

Day 2 – At a Supermarket

Location: a supermarket  |   Speakers: Ahmed (customer) & Lisa (cashier)

Ahmed: Hello!

Lisa: Hello! Welcome to the supermarket. How are you?

Ahmed: I am fine, thank you. And you?

Lisa: I am good. Can I help you?

Ahmed: Yes, please. Where is the milk?

Lisa: The milk is in aisle 3.

Ahmed: Thank you. And where is the bread?

Lisa: The bread is in aisle 1.

Ahmed: OK. I also want some apples.

Lisa: Apples are in the fruit section.

Ahmed: Great. How much is one kilo of apples?

Lisa: One kilo of apples is 2 dollars.

Ahmed: I want one kilo, please.

Lisa: Sure. Anything else?

Ahmed: Yes. I want a bottle of water and some cheese.

Lisa: OK. Water and cheese. The total is 8 dollars.

Ahmed: Here you are.

Lisa: Thank you. Do you need a bag?

Ahmed: Yes, please.

Lisa: Here is your bag. Have a nice day!

Ahmed: Thank you very much. Goodbye!

Lisa: Goodbye!

supermarket – noun – a large shop for food

aisle – noun – space between shelves

milk – noun – white liquid from cows

bread – noun – food made from flour

apple – noun – round red or green fruit

kilo – noun – 1000 grams

bottle – noun – container for drinks

cheese – noun – food from milk

bag – noun – something for shopping

total – noun – full price

help – verb – to assist

need – verb – to require

section – noun – part of the shop

dollar – noun – money unit

please – adverb – polite request word

“Where is / Where are” + Prepositions of place (in)

Where is for singular, Where are for plural. Use in for location inside.

Examples from the dialogue:

Where is the milk?

The milk is in aisle 3.

Where is the bread?

Apples are in the fruit section.

More simple examples:

Where is the water?

Where are the bananas?

The cheese is in the cold section.

supermarket → SOO-per-mar-ket

aisle → eye-l

apple → AP-ul

kilo → KEE-lo

bottle → BOT-ul

Where is Ahmed?

Who is Lisa?

Where is the milk?

Where is the bread?

What fruit does Ahmed want?

How much is one kilo of apples?

How many kilos does he buy?

What else does he buy?

What is the total price?

Does he need a bag?

The cashier says “Hello! How are you?” What do you say?

You cannot find the milk. What do you ask?

The cashier says “Can I help you?” What do you answer?

You want one kilo of apples. What do you say?

The cashier asks “Do you need a bag?” What do you answer?

Write 4 things you can buy in a supermarket.

Write a short dialogue (5 lines) asking for bread and milk.

Write 3 sentences using “Where is…?”

Write prices of three things (use dollars).

Write a short summary of the dialogue (3 sentences).

Hello!

Can I help you?

Where is the milk?

The milk is in aisle 3.

How much is one kilo?

I want one kilo, please.

Anything else?

The total is 8 dollars.

Do you need a bag?

Have a nice day!

Ahmed shops at the supermarket. He asks for milk and bread locations, buys one kilo of apples, water and cheese. Total is 8 dollars. He takes a bag and says goodbye. Great for shopping language.

Day 3 – At Home

Location: home   |   Speakers: Ahmed & his sister Nora

Ahmed: Good morning, Nora!

Nora: Good morning, Ahmed! How are you?

Ahmed: I am fine. What are you doing?

Nora: I am making breakfast.

Ahmed: What is for breakfast?

Nora: Eggs, bread, and tea.

Ahmed: Sounds good. Can I help you?

Nora: Yes, please. Can you set the table?

Ahmed: Sure. Where are the plates?

Nora: The plates are in the cupboard.

Ahmed: OK. And where are the cups?

Nora: The cups are next to the plates.

Ahmed: I have the plates and cups. Is the food ready?

Nora: Yes. Come and eat.

Ahmed: Thank you, Nora. The eggs are delicious!

Nora: You are welcome. Do you want more tea?

Ahmed: Yes, please.

Nora: Here you are.

Ahmed: Thanks. Have a nice day at school!

Nora: You too, Ahmed. Goodbye!

Ahmed: Goodbye!

home – noun – the place where you live

breakfast – noun – first meal of the day

eggs – noun – food from chickens

tea – noun – hot drink

table – noun – furniture for eating

plate – noun – flat dish for food

cupboard – noun – place for plates and cups

cup – noun – small drink container

delicious – adjective – very good taste

ready – adjective – prepared

set the table – expression – put plates and cups on table

next to – preposition – beside

help – verb – to assist

more – adjective – extra

goodbye – expression – word when leaving

Present Continuous (I am + -ing) and “Can you…?”

Use am/is/are + verb-ing for now. Can you…? asks for help.

Examples from the dialogue:

What are you doing?

I am making breakfast.

Can you set the table?

Is the food ready?

More simple examples:

I am eating eggs.

She is drinking tea.

Can you help me?

The cups are next to the plates.

breakfast → BREK-fast

delicious → di-LISH-us

cupboard → KUB-erd

table → TAY-bul

ready → RED-ee

Who is Nora?

What is Nora doing?

What is for breakfast?

What does Ahmed do to help?

Where are the plates?

Where are the cups?

Is the food ready?

Does Ahmed like the eggs?

Does Ahmed want more tea?

Where is Nora going?

Your sister says “Good morning!” What do you say?

She asks “What are you doing?” What do you answer?

She asks “Can you set the table?” What do you say?

You want more tea. What do you say?

You leave for work. What do you say?

Write 3 things you do at home in the morning.

Write a short dialogue (4 lines) about making breakfast.

Write 3 sentences using “I am + -ing”.

List 5 things in your kitchen.

Write a short summary of the dialogue (3 sentences).

Good morning!

How are you?

What are you doing?

I am making breakfast.

Can I help you?

Can you set the table?

Where are the plates?

The food is ready.

It is delicious!

Have a nice day!

Ahmed is at home with his sister Nora. She makes breakfast. He helps set the table. They eat eggs, bread and tea. He says the eggs are delicious and drinks more tea. They say goodbye. Teaches home and family language.

Day 4 – At School

Location: school   |   Speakers: Ahmed (student) & Teacher Mrs. Brown

Ahmed: Good morning, Mrs. Brown!

Mrs. Brown: Good morning, Ahmed. How are you?

Ahmed: I am fine, thank you. And you?

Mrs. Brown: I am well. Please sit down.

Ahmed: OK. Where is my book?

Mrs. Brown: Your book is on the desk.

Ahmed: Thank you. What is the lesson today?

Mrs. Brown: Today we learn about animals.

Ahmed: Great! I like animals.

Mrs. Brown: Do you have a pencil?

Ahmed: Yes, I have a pencil and a notebook.

Mrs. Brown: Good. Please open your book to page 10.

Ahmed: OK. I am ready.

Mrs. Brown: What is your favourite animal?

Ahmed: My favourite animal is the cat.

Mrs. Brown: Why do you like cats?

Ahmed: Because they are cute and quiet.

Mrs. Brown: Very good answer. Well done, Ahmed!

Ahmed: Thank you, Mrs. Brown.

Mrs. Brown: Now, please write three sentences about cats.

Ahmed: Yes, Mrs. Brown.

Mrs. Brown: Excellent work today. Class is finished. Goodbye!

Ahmed: Goodbye, Mrs. Brown. See you tomorrow!

school – noun – place where students learn

teacher – noun – person who teaches

lesson – noun – class about one subject

book – noun – pages with information

desk – noun – table for students

pencil – noun – tool for writing

notebook – noun – book for notes

page – noun – one side of paper

animal – noun – living thing like cat or dog

favourite – adjective – the one you like most

cute – adjective – pretty and nice

quiet – adjective – not loud

well done – expression – good job

open – verb – make book ready to read

write – verb – put words on paper

Have / Have got + Questions with Do/Does

Use have for possession. Do you…? for questions.

Examples from the dialogue:

Do you have a pencil?

Yes, I have a pencil and a notebook.

What is your favourite animal?

My favourite animal is the cat.

More simple examples:

I have a book.

Do you have a pen?

She has a notebook.

What is your favourite colour?

teacher → TEE-cher

lesson → LES-un

favourite → FAY-vuh-rit

animal → AN-i-mul

pencil → PEN-sil

Who is Mrs. Brown?

Where is Ahmed’s book?

What is the lesson about today?

Does Ahmed like animals?

What does Ahmed have?

What page does he open?

What is Ahmed’s favourite animal?

Why does he like cats?

What does the teacher ask him to write?

When is class finished?

Your teacher says “Good morning!” What do you say?

The teacher asks “Do you have a pencil?” What do you answer?

The teacher asks “What is your favourite animal?” What do you say?

The teacher says “Well done!” What do you answer?

Class is finished. What do you say to the teacher?

Write 3 things you have in your school bag.

Write a short dialogue (4 lines) with your teacher.

Write 3 sentences about your favourite animal.

List 5 school subjects.

Write a short summary of the dialogue (3 sentences).

Good morning, Mrs. Brown!

Please sit down.

Where is my book?

What is the lesson today?

Do you have a pencil?

Yes, I have a pencil.

Open your book to page 10.

What is your favourite animal?

Well done!

See you tomorrow!

Ahmed is at school. He greets Mrs. Brown. The lesson is about animals. He has his pencil and notebook. His favourite animal is the cat because it is cute and quiet. The teacher praises him. Class ends. Good for school conversations.

Day 5 – At Work

Location: an office  |   Speakers: Ahmed (worker) & Manager Mr. Green

Ahmed: Good morning, Mr. Green!

Mr. Green: Good morning, Ahmed. How are you?

Ahmed: I am fine, thank you. How are you?

Mr. Green: I am good. Are you ready for the meeting?

Ahmed: Yes, I am ready. What time is the meeting?

Mr. Green: The meeting is at 10 o’clock.

Ahmed: OK. Where is the meeting room?

Mr. Green: It is on the second floor.

Ahmed: Thank you. Do I need my computer?

Mr. Green: Yes, please bring your computer.

Ahmed: OK. I will bring it.

Mr. Green: Do you have the report?

Ahmed: Yes, I have the report here.

Mr. Green: Perfect. Please print three copies.

Ahmed: Sure. I can print them now.

Mr. Green: Thank you, Ahmed. See you at 10.

Ahmed: See you at the meeting, Mr. Green.

Mr. Green: Have a good day!

Ahmed: You too. Goodbye!

work – noun – place or job where you earn money

office – noun – room or building for work

manager – noun – person who leads the team

meeting – noun – when people talk about work

ready – adjective – prepared

o’clock – expression – exact hour

floor – noun – level of a building

computer – noun – machine for work

report – noun – paper with information

print – verb – make paper copies

copy – noun – one printed paper

bring – verb – take something with you

second – adjective – number 2

perfect – adjective – very good

see you – expression – goodbye for short time

Present Simple + Time and Place questions

Present Simple for facts and routines. Ask What time…? and Where is…?

Examples from the dialogue:

What time is the meeting?

The meeting is at 10 o’clock.

Where is the meeting room?

It is on the second floor.

More simple examples:

I work in an office.

The meeting is at 9 o’clock.

Where is my desk?

Do you have the report?

meeting → MEE-ting

manager → MAN-i-jer

computer → kum-PYOO-ter

report → ri-PORT

o’clock → uh-KLOK

Who is Mr. Green?

Is Ahmed ready for the meeting?

What time is the meeting?

Where is the meeting room?

What does Ahmed need to bring?

Does Ahmed have the report?

How many copies does he need?

When will they see each other?

What does Mr. Green say at the end?

Where does Ahmed work?

Your manager says “Good morning!” What do you say?

He asks “Are you ready for the meeting?” What do you answer?

He asks “What time is the meeting?” What do you say?

He asks “Do you have the report?” What do you answer?

The meeting is finished. What do you say?

Write 3 things you do at work.

Write a short dialogue (4 lines) about a meeting.

Write 3 sentences using “What time is…?” and “Where is…?”

List 5 things in an office.

Write a short summary of the dialogue (3 sentences).

Good morning, Mr. Green!

Are you ready for the meeting?

What time is the meeting?

The meeting is at 10 o’clock.

Where is the meeting room?

Do I need my computer?

I have the report here.

Please print three copies.

See you at 10.

Have a good day!

Ahmed is at work. He greets Mr. Green. There is a meeting at 10 o’clock on the second floor. Ahmed has the report and will print three copies. He brings his computer. They say see you later. Good for office English.

Day 6 – At a Restaurant

Location: a restaurant  |   Speakers: Ahmed (customer) & Waiter Tom

Ahmed: Hello!

Tom: Hello! Welcome to our restaurant. How many people?

Ahmed: Just one person, please.

Tom: OK. Please sit here. Here is the menu.

Ahmed: Thank you. What do you recommend?

Tom: The chicken and rice is very good today.

Ahmed: OK. I want the chicken and rice, please.

Tom: Would you like a drink?

Ahmed: Yes. A glass of water, please.

Tom: Still or sparkling water?

Ahmed: Still water, please.

Tom: Anything else?

Ahmed: No, thank you. That is all.

Tom: OK. Please wait a few minutes.

Ahmed: Thank you.

Tom: Here is your food. Enjoy your meal!

Ahmed: Thank you. It looks delicious.

Tom: Is everything OK?

Ahmed: Yes, everything is perfect. Can I have the bill, please?

Tom: Of course. The total is 15 dollars.

Ahmed: Here you are. Keep the change.

Tom: Thank you very much. Have a nice day!

Ahmed: Goodbye!

restaurant – noun – place to buy and eat meals

waiter – noun – person who brings food

menu – noun – list of food and drinks

recommend – verb – say something is good

chicken – noun – meat from a bird

rice – noun – small grains

drink – noun – liquid you drink

glass – noun – container for drinks

still water – noun – water without gas

sparkling water – noun – water with bubbles

bill – noun – paper with the price

meal – noun – food at one time

delicious – adjective – very tasty

change – noun – money you get back or leave

enjoy your meal – expression – hope you like the food

Would you like…? and Can I have…?

Would you like…? offers something. Can I have…? orders politely.

Examples from the dialogue:

Would you like a drink?

Yes. A glass of water, please.

Can I have the bill, please?

I want the chicken and rice, please.

More simple examples:

Would you like coffee?

Can I have the menu, please?

I would like soup.

Can I have some bread?

restaurant → RES-tuh-ront

recommend → rek-uh-MEND

chicken → CHIK-in

delicious → di-LISH-us

bill → bil

How many people is Ahmed?

What does the waiter give Ahmed?

What does the waiter recommend?

What does Ahmed order?

What drink does he want?

Is it still or sparkling water?

Is the food good?

What does Ahmed ask for at the end?

How much is the total?

Does Ahmed leave a tip?

The waiter says “How many people?” What do you answer?

The waiter recommends chicken. What do you say?

The waiter asks “Would you like a drink?” What do you answer?

You finish eating. What do you say to get the bill?

The waiter says “Enjoy your meal!” What do you say?

Write 3 things you can order in a restaurant.

Write a short dialogue (5 lines) ordering food and a drink.

Write 3 sentences using “Would you like…?” and “Can I have…?”

List 5 drinks you can order.

Write a short summary of the dialogue (3 sentences).

Welcome to our restaurant.

How many people?

Here is the menu.

What do you recommend?

I want the chicken and rice, please.

Would you like a drink?

A glass of water, please.

Can I have the bill, please?

Enjoy your meal!

Keep the change.

Ahmed eats alone at a restaurant. Waiter Tom recommends chicken and rice. Ahmed orders it with still water. He enjoys the meal, asks for the bill (15 dollars) and leaves the change. Useful for restaurant English.

Day 7 – At the Airport

Location: the airport  |   Speakers: Ahmed (traveller) & Officer Anna

Ahmed: Hello!

Anna: Hello! Can I see your passport, please?

Ahmed: Yes. Here is my passport.

Anna: Thank you. Where are you flying to?

Ahmed: I am flying to London.

Anna: OK. Do you have a boarding pass?

Ahmed: Yes, I have it here.

Anna: Good. How many bags do you have?

Ahmed: I have one bag.

Anna: Please put it on the scale.

Ahmed: OK.

Anna: Your bag is fine. Here is your boarding pass back.

Ahmed: Thank you. What time is the flight?

Anna: The flight is at 3 o’clock. Gate number 12.

Ahmed: Where is gate 12?

Anna: Go straight and turn left.

Ahmed: Thank you very much.

Anna: You are welcome. Have a nice flight!

Ahmed: Thank you. Goodbye!

Anna: Goodbye!

airport – noun – place where planes take off and land

passport – noun – official document for travel

flying – verb – travelling by plane

boarding pass – noun – paper that lets you get on the plane

bag – noun – something for clothes when travelling

scale – noun – machine that measures weight

flight – noun – journey by plane

gate – noun – door where you enter the plane

straight – adverb – directly forward

turn left – expression – go to the left

officer – noun – person who works at the airport

traveller – noun – person who travels

fine – adjective – OK, no problem

nice flight – expression – hope your plane trip is good

here is – expression – giving something

Present Continuous for future plans + Imperatives

am/is/are + -ing for future travel. Imperatives give directions (Go, Turn).

Examples from the dialogue:

I am flying to London.

Where are you flying to?

Go straight and turn left.

Please put it on the scale.

More simple examples:

I am going to Paris.

She is flying tomorrow.

Turn right at the end.

Show me your passport.

airport → AIR-port

passport → PASS-port

boarding → BOR-ding

flight → flite

gate → gayt

Where is Ahmed?

What does Anna ask for first?

Where is Ahmed flying to?

Does he have a boarding pass?

How many bags does he have?

What time is the flight?

What is the gate number?

How does he get to the gate?

What does Anna wish him?

Is his bag OK?

The officer says “Can I see your passport?” What do you do/say?

She asks “Where are you flying to?” What do you answer?

She asks “How many bags do you have?” What do you say?

You need the gate. What do you ask?

She says “Have a nice flight!” What do you answer?

Write 3 things you need at the airport.

Write a short dialogue (4 lines) at the check-in desk.

Write 3 sentences using “I am flying to…”.

Write directions to a gate (use go, turn).

Write a short summary of the dialogue (3 sentences).

Can I see your passport, please?

Here is my passport.

Where are you flying to?

I am flying to London.

Do you have a boarding pass?

How many bags do you have?

What time is the flight?

Gate number 12.

Go straight and turn left.

Have a nice flight!

Ahmed is at the airport. Officer Anna checks his passport and boarding pass. He has one bag. Flight to London is at 3 o’clock from gate 12. She gives directions. Useful for airport English.

Day 8 – At a Hotel

Location: a hotel   |   Speakers: Ahmed (guest) & Receptionist Mary

Ahmed: Hello!

Mary: Hello! Welcome to the hotel. How can I help you?

Ahmed: I have a reservation. My name is Ahmed.

Mary: One moment, please. Yes, Mr. Ahmed. A single room for two nights.

Ahmed: That is correct.

Mary: Can I see your passport, please?

Ahmed: Yes. Here it is.

Mary: Thank you. Your room is number 205. It is on the second floor.

Ahmed: OK. Is there a lift?

Mary: Yes, the lift is over there.

Ahmed: What time is breakfast?

Mary: Breakfast is from 7 to 10 o’clock.

Ahmed: Is there Wi-Fi in the room?

Mary: Yes, free Wi-Fi. The password is on the desk.

Ahmed: Perfect. Thank you very much.

Mary: You are welcome. Enjoy your stay!

Ahmed: Thank you. Goodbye!

Mary: Goodbye! Have a nice evening.

hotel – noun – place where travellers sleep

receptionist – noun – person at the front desk

reservation – noun – booking for a room

single room – noun – room for one person

night – noun – time when you sleep

passport – noun – travel document

lift – noun – elevator

breakfast – noun – morning meal

Wi-Fi – noun – internet connection

password – noun – secret word for internet

stay – noun – time you live in the hotel

floor – noun – level of building

free – adjective – no money needed

enjoy your stay – expression – hope you like the hotel

over there – expression – in that place

There is / There are + Is there…?

There is for singular, There are for plural. Is there…? for questions.

Examples from the dialogue:

Is there a lift?

Yes, the lift is over there.

Is there Wi-Fi in the room?

Yes, free Wi-Fi.

More simple examples:

There is a restaurant.

Is there a swimming pool?

There are two beds.

Is there a TV in the room?

hotel → ho-TEL

reservation → rez-er-VAY-shun

receptionist → ri-SEP-shun-ist

breakfast → BREK-fast

password → PASS-werd

What does Ahmed have?

How many nights is the room?

What room number is it?

On which floor is the room?

Is there a lift?

What time is breakfast?

Is there Wi-Fi?

Where is the Wi-Fi password?

What does Mary wish him?

How many people is the room for?

The receptionist says “How can I help you?” What do you say?

She asks for your passport. What do you do?

You want to know about breakfast. What do you ask?

You want Wi-Fi. What do you ask?

She says “Enjoy your stay!” What do you answer?

Write 3 things you ask at a hotel reception.

Write a short dialogue (5 lines) checking into a hotel.

Write 3 sentences using “Is there…?”

List 5 things in a hotel room.

Write a short summary of the dialogue (3 sentences).

I have a reservation.

My name is Ahmed.

Can I see your passport, please?

Your room is number 205.

Is there a lift?

What time is breakfast?

Is there Wi-Fi in the room?

Free Wi-Fi.

Enjoy your stay!

Have a nice evening.

Ahmed checks into a hotel. He has a reservation for a single room for two nights (room 205). There is a lift and free Wi-Fi. Breakfast is 7–10. He goes to his room. Perfect for hotel check-in.

Day 9 – At a Hospital

Location: a hospital  |   Speakers: Ahmed (patient) & Nurse Helen

Ahmed: Hello. I need to see a doctor.

Helen: Hello. What is your name?

Ahmed: My name is Ahmed.

Helen: What is the problem?

Ahmed: I have a headache and a fever.

Helen: I am sorry. How long do you have the fever?

Ahmed: For two days.

Helen: OK. Please sit here and wait.

Ahmed: Thank you. Is the doctor free soon?

Helen: Yes, in about ten minutes.

Ahmed: OK.

Helen: Do you take any medicine now?

Ahmed: No, I do not take any medicine.

Helen: Good. The doctor will see you soon.

Ahmed: Thank you very much.

Helen: You are welcome. Feel better soon!

Ahmed: Thank you. Goodbye!

Helen: Goodbye!

hospital – noun – place for sick people

nurse – noun – person who helps doctors and patients

patient – noun – sick person

doctor – noun – person who helps sick people

headache – noun – pain in the head

fever – noun – high body temperature

problem – noun – something wrong

medicine – noun – something you take when sick

wait – verb – stay until something happens

free – adjective – not busy

soon – adverb – in a short time

feel better – expression – become healthy again

sorry – adjective – feeling bad

long – adjective – for much time

take medicine – expression – drink or eat medicine

Have + illness + How long…?

Use have for illnesses. How long…? asks about time.

Examples from the dialogue:

I have a headache and a fever.

How long do you have the fever?

For two days.

Do you take any medicine now?

More simple examples:

I have a cold.

She has a stomach ache.

How long are you sick?

I do not take medicine.

hospital → HOS-pi-tul

headache → HED-ayk

fever → FEE-ver

medicine → MED-i-sin

nurse → ners

Why is Ahmed at the hospital?

What is his name?

What problems does he have?

How long does he have the fever?

Where does the nurse tell him to sit?

When will the doctor see him?

Does he take medicine now?

What does the nurse wish him?

Who is Helen?

Is the doctor free soon?

The nurse asks “What is your name?” What do you say?

She asks “What is the problem?” What do you answer?

She asks “How long do you have the fever?” What do you say?

She asks “Do you take any medicine?” What do you answer?

She says “Feel better soon!” What do you say?

Write 3 common health problems.

Write a short dialogue (4 lines) at the hospital.

Write 3 sentences using “I have a…”.

List 5 things you can find in a hospital.

Write a short summary of the dialogue (3 sentences).

I need to see a doctor.

What is the problem?

I have a headache.

I have a fever.

How long do you have the fever?

Please sit here and wait.

Do you take any medicine?

The doctor will see you soon.

Feel better soon!

Thank you very much.

Ahmed goes to the hospital with a headache and fever for two days. Nurse Helen asks questions. He waits for the doctor and does not take medicine. She wishes him to feel better. Useful medical English.

Day 10 – At a Pharmacy

Location: a pharmacy  |   Speakers: Ahmed (customer) & Pharmacist Sam

Ahmed: Hello!

Sam: Hello! How can I help you?

Ahmed: I need some medicine for a headache.

Sam: OK. Do you have a prescription?

Ahmed: No, I do not have a prescription.

Sam: No problem. I can give you these tablets.

Ahmed: How many tablets do I take?

Sam: Take two tablets two times a day.

Ahmed: With water?

Sam: Yes, with water after food.

Ahmed: How much are they?

Sam: They are 5 dollars.

Ahmed: OK. I also need some vitamin C.

Sam: Sure. Here is the vitamin C. The total is 12 dollars.

Ahmed: Here you are.

Sam: Thank you. Do you need a bag?

Ahmed: Yes, please.

Sam: Here you go. Feel better soon!

Ahmed: Thank you very much. Goodbye!

Sam: Goodbye!

pharmacy – noun – shop that sells medicine

pharmacist – noun – person who prepares medicine

medicine – noun – something that helps when sick

prescription – noun – paper from a doctor for medicine

tablet – noun – small round medicine

take – verb – eat or drink medicine

times a day – expression – how often every day

vitamin – noun – something good for health

after food – expression – after you eat

need – verb – require something

bag – noun – something to carry things

total – noun – full price

feel better – expression – become healthy

here you go – expression – giving something

headache – noun – pain in the head

Imperatives for instructions (Take…)

Use base verb for instructions. How many / How much for questions.

Examples from the dialogue:

Take two tablets two times a day.

How many tablets do I take?

With water after food.

How much are they?

More simple examples:

Take one tablet in the morning.

Drink a lot of water.

How much is the medicine?

Do not take more than four.

pharmacy → FAR-muh-see

prescription → pri-SKRIP-shun

tablet → TAB-lit

vitamin → VY-tuh-min

medicine → MED-i-sin

What does Ahmed need?

Does he have a prescription?

What does the pharmacist give him?

How many tablets does he take?

How many times a day?

Does he take them with water?

When does he take them?

What else does he buy?

What is the total price?

What does Sam wish him?

The pharmacist says “How can I help you?” What do you say?

He asks “Do you have a prescription?” What do you answer?

You want to know how to take the medicine. What do you ask?

You want the price. What do you ask?

He says “Feel better soon!” What do you answer?

Write 3 things you can buy in a pharmacy.

Write a short dialogue (4 lines) buying medicine.

Write instructions for taking tablets (3 sentences).

List 5 health products.

Write a short summary of the dialogue (3 sentences).

I need some medicine for a headache.

Do you have a prescription?

I can give you these tablets.

How many tablets do I take?

Take two tablets two times a day.

With water after food.

How much are they?

I also need some vitamin C.

Feel better soon!

Here you go.

Ahmed buys headache tablets and vitamin C at the pharmacy. No prescription needed. Take two tablets two times a day with water after food. Total 12 dollars. Sam wishes him to feel better.

Day 11 – At the Bank

Location: a bank   |   Speakers: Ahmed (customer) & Clerk Julia

Ahmed: Hello!

Julia: Hello! How can I help you today?

Ahmed: I want to open a bank account.

Julia: Sure. Do you have your ID card?

Ahmed: Yes. Here is my ID card.

Julia: Thank you. What kind of account do you want?

Ahmed: A savings account, please.

Julia: OK. Please fill in this form.

Ahmed: OK. What information do I need?

Julia: Your name, address, and phone number.

Ahmed: I understand. Is there a fee?

Julia: No, the savings account is free.

Ahmed: Great. How long does it take?

Julia: It takes about 15 minutes.

Ahmed: Perfect. Thank you for your help.

Julia: You are welcome. Please sign here.

Ahmed: OK. Here you are.

Julia: Thank you. Your account is ready. Here is your card.

Ahmed: Thank you very much. Goodbye!

Julia: Goodbye! Have a nice day!

bank – noun – place for money

account – noun – place to keep money in the bank

ID card – noun – identity card with photo

savings account – noun – account to save money

form – noun – paper you write information on

address – noun – where you live

phone number – noun – your telephone number

fee – noun – money you pay for a service

free – adjective – no cost

sign – verb – write your name

card – noun – bank card

ready – adjective – finished

information – noun – facts about you

help – noun – assistance

clerk – noun – person who works in a bank

Want to + infinitive + How long does it take?

want to + verb for desires. How long does it take? asks about time.

Examples from the dialogue:

I want to open a bank account.

How long does it take?

It takes about 15 minutes.

Please fill in this form.

More simple examples:

I want to send money.

How long does it take to open an account?

It takes 10 minutes.

Do you want to deposit money?

account → uh-KOUNT

savings → SAY-vingz

form → form

address → uh-DRESS

sign → sine

What does Ahmed want to do?

What does he show the clerk?

What kind of account does he want?

What information does he need to write?

Is there a fee?

How long does it take?

What does he sign?

What does he receive at the end?

Is the account free?

Who is Julia?

The clerk says “How can I help you?” What do you say?

She asks for your ID. What do you do?

She asks “What kind of account?” What do you answer?

You want to know the time. What do you ask?

She gives you the card. What do you say?

Write 3 things you can do at a bank.

Write a short dialogue (4 lines) opening an account.

Write 3 sentences using “I want to…”.

List 5 pieces of personal information.

Write a short summary of the dialogue (3 sentences).

I want to open a bank account.

Do you have your ID card?

What kind of account do you want?

A savings account, please.

Please fill in this form.

Is there a fee?

How long does it take?

Please sign here.

Your account is ready.

Thank you for your help.

Ahmed opens a free savings account at the bank. He shows his ID, fills a form with name, address and phone, signs, and receives his card. Takes 15 minutes. Good for banking English.

Day 12 – At the Post Office

Location: the post office  |   Speakers: Ahmed (customer) & Clerk Peter

Ahmed: Hello!

Peter: Hello! How can I help you?

Ahmed: I want to send this letter to my friend.

Peter: OK. Where is your friend?

Ahmed: He is in Canada.

Peter: Do you want a stamp for Canada?

Ahmed: Yes, please. How much is a stamp?

Peter: A stamp to Canada is 2 dollars.

Ahmed: OK. I also want to send this package.

Peter: What is inside the package?

Ahmed: Some books and a T-shirt.

Peter: Please put it on the scale.

Ahmed: OK.

Peter: The package is 5 dollars. The total is 7 dollars.

Ahmed: Here you are.

Peter: Thank you. Here is your receipt.

Ahmed: Thank you. How long does it take to Canada?

Peter: About one week.

Ahmed: Perfect. Goodbye!

Peter: Goodbye! Have a nice day!

post office – noun – place to send letters and packages

letter – noun – written message on paper

stamp – noun – small paper for letters

package – noun – box or bag with things

scale – noun – machine that weighs

receipt – noun – paper that shows you paid

send – verb – make something go to another place

friend – noun – person you like

inside – preposition – in the package

week – noun – seven days

total – noun – full price

clerk – noun – person who works there

Canada – noun – a country

T-shirt – noun – simple shirt

about – adverb – approximately

Want to + How much is…? + How long does it take?

want to for plans. How much is…? for price. How long does it take? for time.

Examples from the dialogue:

I want to send this letter.

How much is a stamp?

How long does it take to Canada?

About one week.

More simple examples:

I want to buy stamps.

How much is the package?

How long does it take to arrive?

It takes three days.

letter → LET-er

stamp → stamp

package → PAK-ij

receipt → ri-SEET

Canada → KAN-uh-duh

What does Ahmed want to send?

Where is his friend?

How much is a stamp to Canada?

What is inside the package?

How much is the package?

What is the total?

What does he receive?

How long does the letter take?

Who is Peter?

Does he send a package too?

The clerk says “How can I help you?” What do you say?

He asks where your friend is. What do you answer?

You want the price of a stamp. What do you ask?

You want to know the time to arrive. What do you ask?

He gives you the receipt. What do you say?

Write 3 things you can send from a post office.

Write a short dialogue (4 lines) sending a letter.

Write 3 sentences using “How much is…?” and “How long…?”

List 5 countries you can send mail to.

Write a short summary of the dialogue (3 sentences).

I want to send this letter.

Where is your friend?

How much is a stamp?

I also want to send this package.

What is inside the package?

Please put it on the scale.

The total is 7 dollars.

Here is your receipt.

How long does it take?

About one week.

Ahmed sends a letter to Canada and a package (books + T-shirt) at the post office. Stamp 2 dollars, package 5 dollars. Total 7 dollars. Takes about one week. Useful for post office visits.

Day 13 – At a Bus Stop

Location: a bus stop  |   Speakers: Ahmed & Driver Mike

Ahmed: Excuse me. Does this bus go to the city centre?

Mike: Yes, it does.

Ahmed: How much is the ticket?

Mike: The ticket is 2 dollars.

Ahmed: OK. One ticket, please.

Mike: Here is your ticket.

Ahmed: Thank you. What time does the bus leave?

Mike: It leaves in five minutes.

Ahmed: Is there a seat free?

Mike: Yes, there are free seats at the back.

Ahmed: Perfect. Thank you!

Mike: You are welcome. Have a good trip!

Ahmed: Goodbye!

bus stop – noun – place where buses stop

ticket – noun – paper that lets you travel

city centre – noun – middle of the city

leave – verb – to go away

seat – noun – place to sit

free – adjective – not taken

trip – noun – a journey

excuse me – expression – polite way to start

does this bus go – expression – asking about the route

in five minutes – expression – soon

Does this…? + How much is…?

Does for he/she/it questions. How much is…? for prices.

Examples from the dialogue:

Does this bus go to the city centre?

Yes, it does.

How much is the ticket?

The ticket is 2 dollars.

More simple examples:

Does the bus stop here?

How much is a ticket to the airport?

It costs 3 dollars.

ticket → TIK-it

centre → SEN-ter

leave → leev

seat → seet

trip → trip

Where is Ahmed?

Does the bus go to the city centre?

How much is the ticket?

When does the bus leave?

Are there free seats?

Who is Mike?

What does Ahmed buy?

What does Mike wish him?

Is the bus soon?

Where are the free seats?

You want to know if the bus goes to the centre. What do you ask?

You want the price. What do you ask?

You want one ticket. What do you say?

You want the leaving time. What do you ask?

The driver says “Have a good trip!” What do you answer?

Write 3 questions you ask at a bus stop.

Write a short dialogue (4 lines) buying a bus ticket.

Write 3 sentences using “Does this bus…?”

List 5 places a bus can go.

Write a short summary (3 sentences).

Excuse me.

Does this bus go to the city centre?

How much is the ticket?

One ticket, please.

What time does the bus leave?

Is there a seat free?

There are free seats at the back.

Have a good trip!

Thank you.

Goodbye!

Ahmed is at a bus stop. The bus goes to the city centre. Ticket is 2 dollars. Bus leaves in five minutes. Free seats at the back. He buys a ticket. Good for public transport.

Day 14 – On the Train

Location: a train   |   Speakers: Ahmed & Conductor Emma

Ahmed: Hello. Is this seat free?

Emma: Yes, it is free. Please sit down.

Ahmed: Thank you. Where does this train go?

Emma: This train goes to the airport.

Ahmed: Perfect. How long does it take?

Emma: It takes about 40 minutes.

Ahmed: Do I need to change trains?

Emma: No, this is a direct train.

Ahmed: Great. Is there a toilet on the train?

Emma: Yes, the toilet is at the end of the carriage.

Ahmed: Thank you very much.

Emma: You are welcome. Enjoy your journey!

Ahmed: Goodbye!

train – noun – long vehicle on rails

conductor – noun – person who checks tickets

seat – noun – place to sit

free – adjective – not taken

direct – adjective – no need to change

carriage – noun – one part of the train

toilet – noun – bathroom

journey – noun – long trip

change – verb – move to another train

about – adverb – approximately

Is this…? + How long does it take?

Is this…? for questions about things. How long does it take? for duration.

Examples from the dialogue:

Is this seat free?

Yes, it is free.

How long does it take?

It takes about 40 minutes.

More simple examples:

Is this the train to London?

How long does the journey take?

It takes one hour.

train → trayn

conductor → kun-DUK-ter

journey → JER-nee

carriage → KA-rij

toilet → TOY-lit

Is the seat free?

Where does the train go?

How long does it take?

Does he need to change trains?

Where is the toilet?

Who is Emma?

Is it a direct train?

What does Emma wish him?

How many minutes is the trip?

Where is Ahmed sitting?

You see a free seat. What do you ask?

You want the destination. What do you ask?

You want the time. What do you ask?

You want the toilet. What do you ask?

The conductor says “Enjoy your journey!” What do you say?

Write 3 things you say on a train.

Write a short dialogue (4 lines) on a train.

Write 3 sentences using “How long does it take?”

List 5 things on a train.

Write a short summary (3 sentences).

Is this seat free?

Please sit down.

Where does this train go?

How long does it take?

Do I need to change trains?

This is a direct train.

Is there a toilet?

Enjoy your journey!

Thank you very much.

Goodbye!

Ahmed sits on a train to the airport. It takes 40 minutes and is direct. There is a toilet. The conductor wishes him a good journey. Useful for train travel.

Day 15 – In a Taxi

Location: a taxi   |   Speakers: Ahmed (passenger) & Driver Carlos

Ahmed: Hello! Can you take me to the train station, please?

Carlos: Yes, of course. Please get in.

Ahmed: Thank you. How much is it to the station?

Carlos: About 10 dollars.

Ahmed: OK. Can you go faster, please? I am late.

Carlos: Sure. I will go a bit faster.

Ahmed: Is the traffic bad today?

Carlos: Yes, a little. But we will be there in 15 minutes.

Ahmed: Perfect. Can I pay by card?

Carlos: Yes, card is OK.

Ahmed: Great. Thank you for your help.

Carlos: You are welcome. Here we are. The station.

Ahmed: Here is 12 dollars. Keep the change.

Carlos: Thank you very much. Have a nice day!

Ahmed: Goodbye!

taxi – noun – car you pay to ride in

passenger – noun – person in the taxi

driver – noun – person who drives

station – noun – place for trains

get in – expression – enter the car

late – adjective – not on time

traffic – noun – cars on the road

card – noun – bank card for payment

change – noun – extra money you leave

faster – adjective – with more speed

Can you…? for requests + About + numbers

Can you…? makes polite requests. About means approximately.

Examples from the dialogue:

Can you take me to the train station, please?

How much is it to the station?

About 10 dollars.

Can I pay by card?

More simple examples:

Can you open the window?

Can you drive slower?

It is about 20 minutes.

taxi → TAK-see

station → STAY-shun

traffic → TRAF-ik

passenger → PAS-en-jer

change → chaynj

Where does Ahmed want to go?

How much is the taxi?

Is Ahmed late?

How long will it take?

Can he pay by card?

How much does he give?

Does he leave a tip?

Who is Carlos?

Is the traffic bad?

What does Carlos say at the end?

You want a taxi to the station. What do you say?

You want the price. What do you ask?

You are late. What do you say?

You want to pay by card. What do you ask?

You arrive. What do you say when paying?

Write 3 places you can go by taxi.

Write a short dialogue (5 lines) in a taxi.

Write 3 sentences using “Can you…?”

List 5 things you say to a taxi driver.

Write a short summary (3 sentences).

Can you take me to the train station, please?

Please get in.

How much is it to the station?

About 10 dollars.

Can you go faster, please?

Is the traffic bad today?

Can I pay by card?

Keep the change.

Here we are.

Have a nice day!

Ahmed takes a taxi to the train station (about 10 dollars). He is late and asks to go faster. He pays by card and leaves a tip. Perfect for taxi English.

Day 16 – At a Clothing Store

Location: a clothing store  |   Speakers: Ahmed (customer) & Shop assistant Sophie

Ahmed: Hello!

Sophie: Hello! Can I help you?

Ahmed: Yes, please. I am looking for a shirt.

Sophie: What size do you need?

Ahmed: Medium, please.

Sophie: What colour do you like?

Ahmed: Blue, please.

Sophie: Here is a blue shirt in medium.

Ahmed: Can I try it on?

Sophie: Yes, of course. The fitting room is over there.

Ahmed: Thank you.

Sophie: Does it fit?

Ahmed: Yes, it fits well. How much is it?

Sophie: It is 25 dollars.

Ahmed: OK. I will take it.

Sophie: Would you like anything else?

Ahmed: No, thank you. That is all.

Sophie: The total is 25 dollars.

Ahmed: Here you are.

Sophie: Thank you. Have a nice day!

Ahmed: Goodbye!

clothing store – noun – shop that sells clothes

shirt – noun – clothes for the upper body

size – noun – how big or small

medium – adjective – not small, not large

colour – noun – red, blue, green, etc.

try on – expression – put clothes on to check size

fitting room – noun – small room to try clothes

fit – verb – be the right size

well – adverb – in a good way

take – verb – buy

assistant – noun – person who helps in a shop

looking for – expression – trying to find

total – noun – full price

anything else – expression – other things

here you are – expression – giving money or things

Looking for + Can I try it on? + How much is it?

I am looking for… means you want to find something. Can I try it on? asks to test clothes.

Examples from the dialogue:

I am looking for a shirt.

Can I try it on?

How much is it?

It is 25 dollars.

More simple examples:

I am looking for jeans.

Can I try these shoes on?

How much is this jacket?

It costs 40 dollars.

clothing → KLOH-thing

shirt → shurt

size → size

colour → KUL-er

fitting → FIT-ing

What is Ahmed looking for?

What size does he need?

What colour does he like?

Can he try the shirt on?

Where is the fitting room?

Does the shirt fit?

How much is the shirt?

Does he buy it?

What is the total?

Who is Sophie?

The assistant says “Can I help you?” What do you say?

She asks “What size do you need?” What do you answer?

You want to try the shirt. What do you ask?

You like it. What do you say?

She asks “Would you like anything else?” What do you answer?

Write 3 things you can buy in a clothing store.

Write a short dialogue (5 lines) buying a shirt.

Write 3 sentences using “I am looking for…”.

List 5 colours and 5 sizes.

Write a short summary of the dialogue (3 sentences).

Can I help you?

I am looking for a shirt.

What size do you need?

What colour do you like?

Can I try it on?

The fitting room is over there.

Does it fit?

How much is it?

I will take it.

Would you like anything else?

Ahmed buys a blue medium shirt in a clothing store. He tries it on, it fits well, and he pays 25 dollars. Sophie helps him. Useful for shopping for clothes.

Day 17 – At a Shoe Store

Location: a shoe store  |   Speakers: Ahmed (customer) & Assistant Laura

Ahmed: Hello!

Laura: Hello! How can I help you?

Ahmed: I need a pair of shoes.

Laura: What size are you?

Ahmed: Size 42, please.

Laura: What kind of shoes do you want?

Ahmed: Sports shoes, please.

Laura: Here are some sports shoes in size 42.

Ahmed: Can I try them on?

Laura: Yes. Please sit down.

Ahmed: Thank you. They feel good.

Laura: Do you like the colour?

Ahmed: Yes, black is perfect. How much are they?

Laura: They are 40 dollars.

Ahmed: OK. I will buy them.

Laura: Great. Do you need socks too?

Ahmed: No, thank you. Just the shoes.

Laura: The total is 40 dollars.

Ahmed: Here you are.

Laura: Thank you. Have a nice day!

Ahmed: Goodbye!

shoe store – noun – shop that sells shoes

pair – noun – two shoes

size – noun – number for shoes

sports shoes – noun – shoes for sport or walking

try on – expression – put shoes on to check

feel – verb – how something is on your feet

colour – noun – black, white, brown, etc.

perfect – adjective – very good

socks – noun – clothes for feet

buy – verb – pay money for something

assistant – noun – person who helps

kind – noun – type

total – noun – full price

just – adverb – only

here you are – expression – giving money

What size are you? + Can I try them on?

What size are you? asks for shoe size. Can I try them on? for testing shoes.

Examples from the dialogue:

What size are you?

Size 42, please.

Can I try them on?

They feel good.

More simple examples:

What size do you wear?

Can I try these boots on?

How much are the shoes?

I will buy them.

shoe → shoo

pair → pair

sports → sports

size → size

socks → soks

What does Ahmed need?

What size is he?

What kind of shoes does he want?

Can he try them on?

Do the shoes feel good?

What colour are they?

How much are the shoes?

Does he buy socks?

What is the total?

Who is Laura?

The assistant says “How can I help you?” What do you say?

She asks “What size are you?” What do you answer?

You want sports shoes. What do you say?

You want to try them. What do you ask?

She asks about socks. What do you answer?

Write 3 kinds of shoes.

Write a short dialogue (5 lines) buying shoes.

Write 3 sentences using “Can I try them on?”

List 5 shoe colours and 5 sizes.

Write a short summary of the dialogue (3 sentences).

I need a pair of shoes.

What size are you?

What kind of shoes do you want?

Can I try them on?

They feel good.

How much are they?

I will buy them.

Do you need socks too?

Just the shoes.

Have a nice day!

Ahmed buys black sports shoes size 42 for 40 dollars. He tries them on and they feel good. He does not buy socks. Useful for shoe shopping.

Day 18 – At the Library

Location: the library  |   Speakers: Ahmed (student) & Librarian Mrs. White

Ahmed: Hello!

Mrs. White: Hello! How can I help you?

Ahmed: I want to borrow a book.

Mrs. White: What kind of book do you want?

Ahmed: A book about English grammar, please.

Mrs. White: OK. Do you have a library card?

Ahmed: Yes, here it is.

Mrs. White: Thank you. The grammar books are in section B.

Ahmed: Can I take this book?

Mrs. White: Yes. You can borrow it for two weeks.

Ahmed: How many books can I borrow?

Mrs. White: You can borrow three books.

Ahmed: Perfect. Is there a computer here?

Mrs. White: Yes, the computers are near the window.

Ahmed: Thank you very much.

Mrs. White: You are welcome. Enjoy your reading!

Ahmed: Goodbye!

Mrs. White: Goodbye!

library – noun – place with many books

borrow – verb – take something for a short time

book – noun – pages with information or stories

grammar – noun – rules of a language

library card – noun – card that lets you borrow books

section – noun – part of the library

week – noun – seven days

computer – noun – machine for internet and work

near – preposition – close to

reading – noun – looking at books

librarian – noun – person who works in a library

kind – noun – type

window – noun – glass in the wall

enjoy – verb – like something

take – verb – borrow

Want to + Can I…? + How many…?

want to for desires. Can I…? asks permission. How many…? for numbers.

Examples from the dialogue:

I want to borrow a book.

Can I take this book?

How many books can I borrow?

You can borrow three books.

More simple examples:

I want to read a story.

Can I use the computer?

How many days can I keep the book?

You can keep it for two weeks.

library → LY-brer-ee

borrow → BOR-oh

grammar → GRAM-er

section → SEK-shun

computer → kum-PYOO-ter

What does Ahmed want to do?

What kind of book does he want?

Does he have a library card?

Where are the grammar books?

How long can he borrow the book?

How many books can he borrow?

Is there a computer?

Where are the computers?

What does Mrs. White wish him?

Who is Mrs. White?

The librarian says “How can I help you?” What do you say?

She asks “What kind of book?” What do you answer?

You want to borrow a book. What do you ask?

You want to know the number of books. What do you ask?

She says “Enjoy your reading!” What do you say?

Write 3 kinds of books.

Write a short dialogue (4 lines) borrowing a book.

Write 3 sentences using “Can I…?” and “How many…?”

List 5 things in a library.

Write a short summary of the dialogue (3 sentences).

I want to borrow a book.

What kind of book do you want?

Do you have a library card?

The grammar books are in section B.

Can I take this book?

You can borrow it for two weeks.

How many books can I borrow?

Is there a computer here?

Enjoy your reading!

Thank you very much.

Ahmed borrows an English grammar book from the library for two weeks. He can take three books. There are computers near the window. Useful library English.

Day 19 – At the Gym

Location: the gym   |   Speakers: Ahmed (member) & Trainer Alex

Ahmed: Hello!

Alex: Hello! Are you a new member?

Ahmed: Yes. I want to start today.

Alex: Great! What do you want to do?

Ahmed: I want to lose weight and get strong.

Alex: OK. Do you have sports clothes?

Ahmed: Yes, I have them here.

Alex: Good. First, you can run on the treadmill.

Ahmed: How long should I run?

Alex: Run for 20 minutes.

Ahmed: OK. And after that?

Alex: After that, do some exercises with weights.

Ahmed: Can you show me the exercises?

Alex: Yes, of course. Come with me.

Ahmed: Thank you, Alex.

Alex: You are welcome. Let’s start!

Ahmed: OK. I am ready.

Alex: Good luck!

gym – noun – place for exercise

member – noun – person who belongs to the gym

trainer – noun – person who helps with exercise

lose weight – expression – become thinner

strong – adjective – with power in the body

sports clothes – noun – clothes for exercise

treadmill – noun – machine for running

run – verb – move fast on feet

exercise – noun – activity for the body

weights – noun – heavy things for exercise

show – verb – let someone see

start – verb – begin

ready – adjective – prepared

luck – noun – good things that happen

new – adjective – not old

Want to + How long should I…? + Imperatives

want to for goals. How long should I…? asks for advice. Imperatives give instructions.

Examples from the dialogue:

I want to lose weight and get strong.

How long should I run?

Run for 20 minutes.

Do some exercises with weights.

More simple examples:

I want to get fit.

How long should I swim?

Swim for 15 minutes.

Come with me.

gym → jim

trainer → TRAY-ner

treadmill → TRED-mil

exercise → EK-ser-size

weights → wayts

Is Ahmed a new member?

What does he want to do?

Does he have sports clothes?

What is the first activity?

How long should he run?

What does he do after running?

Can the trainer show him the exercises?

What does Alex say at the end?

Who is Alex?

Is Ahmed ready?

The trainer asks “Are you a new member?” What do you answer?

He asks “What do you want to do?” What do you say?

You want to know the running time. What do you ask?

You want help with exercises. What do you ask?

He says “Let’s start!” What do you say?

Write 3 things you can do at the gym.

Write a short dialogue (4 lines) with a trainer.

Write 3 sentences using “I want to…”.

List 5 pieces of gym equipment.

Write a short summary of the dialogue (3 sentences).

Are you a new member?

I want to start today.

I want to lose weight.

Do you have sports clothes?

How long should I run?

Run for 20 minutes.

Can you show me the exercises?

Come with me.

Let’s start!

Good luck!

Ahmed starts at the gym. He wants to lose weight and get strong. Trainer Alex tells him to run 20 minutes on the treadmill and then do weight exercises. Alex shows him how. Good for gym English.

Day 20 – At the Park

Location: the park  |   Speakers: Ahmed & his friend Sara

Ahmed: Hi Sara!

Sara: Hi Ahmed! How are you?

Ahmed: I am fine. The weather is nice today.

Sara: Yes, it is sunny and warm.

Ahmed: Do you want to walk with me?

Sara: Yes, let’s walk.

Ahmed: Look! There are many flowers.

Sara: They are beautiful. What colour do you like?

Ahmed: I like the red flowers.

Sara: Me too. Is there a café in the park?

Ahmed: Yes, there is a small café near the lake.

Sara: Great. Do you want a drink?

Ahmed: Yes. I want a cold juice.

Sara: OK. Let’s go to the café.

Ahmed: After that, we can sit on the grass.

Sara: Perfect idea!

Ahmed: I am happy we came to the park.

Sara: Me too. It is a lovely day.

park – noun – green place with trees and grass

weather – noun – sun, rain, wind, etc.

sunny – adjective – with sun

warm – adjective – not cold

walk – verb – move on feet

flower – noun – pretty plant

beautiful – adjective – very nice to see

lake – noun – large water

juice – noun – drink from fruit

grass – noun – green plants on the ground

happy – adjective – feeling good

lovely – adjective – very nice

idea – noun – thought or plan

near – preposition – close to

come – verb – go to a place

There is / There are + Do you want…?

There is/are for existence. Do you want…? offers or asks about desire.

Examples from the dialogue:

There are many flowers.

Is there a café in the park?

Yes, there is a small café.

Do you want a drink?

More simple examples:

There is a lake.

There are many trees.

Do you want to sit?

I want a cold juice.

park → park

weather → WETH-er

sunny → SUN-ee

flower → FLAU-er

beautiful → BYOO-ti-ful

Who is with Ahmed?

How is the weather?

What do they want to do?

What does Ahmed like?

Is there a café?

Where is the café?

What drink does Ahmed want?

What do they do after the café?

Is Ahmed happy?

What kind of day is it?

Your friend says “Hi! How are you?” What do you say?

You want to walk. What do you ask?

You see flowers. What do you say?

You want a drink. What do you say?

You like the park. What do you say?

Write 3 things you can see in a park.

Write a short dialogue (4 lines) in a park.

Write 3 sentences using “There is / There are”.

List 5 activities in a park.

Write a short summary of the dialogue (3 sentences).

Hi! How are you?

The weather is nice today.

Do you want to walk with me?

There are many flowers.

Is there a café in the park?

Do you want a drink?

I want a cold juice.

Let’s go to the café.

We can sit on the grass.

It is a lovely day.

Ahmed and Sara enjoy a sunny day in the park. They walk, look at flowers, go to a café for juice, and sit on the grass. A happy day. Good for free-time English.

Day 21 – At the Beach

Location: the beach  |   Speakers: Ahmed & his friend Omar

Ahmed: Wow! The beach is beautiful today.

Omar: Yes! The sun is hot and the sea is blue.

Ahmed: Do you want to swim?

Omar: Yes, let’s swim.

Ahmed: Is the water cold?

Omar: No, it is warm.

Ahmed: Perfect. I also want to play football on the sand.

Omar: Good idea! Do you have a ball?

Ahmed: Yes, I have a ball in my bag.

Omar: Great. After swimming we can play.

Ahmed: Are you hungry?

Omar: A little. There is a small shop over there.

Ahmed: Let’s buy some water and sandwiches.

Omar: OK. Then we can sit under the umbrella.

Ahmed: This is a perfect day at the beach!

Omar: I agree. I am very happy.

beach – noun – place with sand and sea

sea – noun – large salt water

swim – verb – move in water

water – noun – liquid

cold – adjective – not warm

warm – adjective – not cold

sand – noun – small yellow stones

football – noun – ball game with feet

ball – noun – round object for games

hungry – adjective – want to eat

shop – noun – small store

umbrella – noun – thing for shade

perfect – adjective – very good

agree – verb – have the same idea

happy – adjective – feeling good

Do you want to…? + Is the…? + Let’s…

Do you want to…? for suggestions. Is the…? for questions about things. Let’s… for invitations.

Examples from the dialogue:

Do you want to swim?

Is the water cold?

Let’s swim.

Let’s buy some water and sandwiches.

More simple examples:

Do you want to play?

Is the sand hot?

Let’s sit under the umbrella.

I want to swim.

beach → beech

swim → swim

sand → sand

football → FOOT-bol

umbrella → um-BREL-uh

How is the beach?

Is the sun hot?

What colour is the sea?

Do they want to swim?

Is the water cold?

What game do they want to play?

Does Ahmed have a ball?

Are they hungry?

What do they buy?

Where do they sit?

Your friend says the beach is beautiful. What do you say?

You want to swim. What do you ask?

You want to know about the water. What do you ask?

You want to play football. What do you say?

You are hungry. What do you suggest?

Write 3 things you can do at the beach.

Write a short dialogue (4 lines) at the beach.

Write 3 sentences using “Do you want to…?” and “Let’s…”.

List 5 things you take to the beach.

Write a short summary of the dialogue (3 sentences).

The beach is beautiful today.

Do you want to swim?

Is the water cold?

Let’s swim.

I want to play football.

Do you have a ball?

Are you hungry?

Let’s buy some water.

This is a perfect day!

I agree.

Ahmed and Omar enjoy a hot sunny day at the beach. They swim in warm water, play football on the sand, buy water and sandwiches, and sit under an umbrella. A perfect day.

Day 22 – At the Cinema

Location: the cinema  |   Speakers: Ahmed & Ticket seller Mia

Ahmed: Hello!

Mia: Hello! How can I help you?

Ahmed: I want two tickets for the new action movie.

Mia: What time do you want?

Ahmed: The film at 7 o’clock, please.

Mia: OK. Two tickets for 7 o’clock. That is 20 dollars.

Ahmed: Here you are.

Mia: Thank you. Here are your tickets. Screen 3.

Ahmed: Where is screen 3?

Mia: Go straight and turn right.

Ahmed: Is there popcorn?

Mia: Yes, the snack bar is next to screen 3.

Ahmed: Great. Do you have drinks too?

Mia: Yes, we have cola and juice.

Ahmed: Perfect. Thank you!

Mia: Enjoy the movie!

Ahmed: Thank you. Goodbye!

cinema – noun – place to watch films

ticket – noun – paper to enter

movie – noun – film

action – noun – exciting type of film

time – noun – hour of the film

screen – noun – place where the film is shown

popcorn – noun – light food for cinema

snack bar – noun – place for food and drinks

cola – noun – sweet dark drink

juice – noun – drink from fruit

enjoy – verb – like something

straight – adverb – directly forward

turn right – expression – go to the right

seller – noun – person who sells tickets

new – adjective – not old

Want + What time…? + Is there…?

I want… for ordering. What time…? for schedules. Is there…? for existence.

Examples from the dialogue:

I want two tickets.

What time do you want?

Is there popcorn?

Yes, the snack bar is next to screen 3.

More simple examples:

I want one ticket.

What time is the film?

Is there a toilet?

There is a snack bar.

cinema → SIN-uh-muh

ticket → TIK-it

movie → MOO-vee

popcorn → POP-korn

screen → skreen

What does Ahmed want?

What kind of movie is it?

What time is the film?

How much are two tickets?

What screen is it?

Where is screen 3?

Is there popcorn?

Where is the snack bar?

What drinks do they have?

What does Mia wish him?

The seller says “How can I help you?” What do you say?

She asks “What time do you want?” What do you answer?

You want to know about popcorn. What do you ask?

You need directions. What do you ask?

She says “Enjoy the movie!” What do you say?

Write 3 kinds of movies.

Write a short dialogue (4 lines) buying cinema tickets.

Write 3 sentences using “I want…” and “Is there…?”

List 5 things at the cinema.

Write a short summary of the dialogue (3 sentences).

I want two tickets.

What time do you want?

The film at 7 o’clock, please.

That is 20 dollars.

Here are your tickets.

Where is screen 3?

Is there popcorn?

The snack bar is next to screen 3.

Enjoy the movie!

Thank you!

Ahmed buys two tickets for an action movie at 7 o’clock (20 dollars). Screen 3. There is popcorn and drinks. Mia gives directions. Perfect for cinema visits.

Day 23 – At the Zoo

Location: the zoo   |   Speakers: Ahmed & his young cousin Lina

Ahmed: Look, Lina! There are lions over there.

Lina: Wow! They are big and strong.

Ahmed: Do you like lions?

Lina: Yes, but I like monkeys more.

Ahmed: The monkeys are in the next area.

Lina: Can we see the elephants too?

Ahmed: Yes, of course. The elephants are near the lake.

Lina: Are the elephants big?

Ahmed: Yes, they are very big. They have long noses.

Lina: I want to take a photo.

Ahmed: OK. Be careful. Do not go too close.

Lina: OK, Uncle Ahmed.

Ahmed: Are you hungry?

Lina: A little. Is there an ice cream shop?

Ahmed: Yes, there is one near the exit.

Lina: Yay! Let’s go after the elephants.

Ahmed: Good idea. This is a fun day at the zoo!

zoo – noun – place with many animals

lion – noun – big wild cat

monkey – noun – animal that climbs trees

elephant – noun – very big grey animal

area – noun – part of the zoo

lake – noun – large water

nose – noun – part of the face (trunk for elephants)

photo – noun – picture with a camera

careful – adjective – thinking about danger

close – adjective – near

hungry – adjective – want to eat

ice cream – noun – cold sweet food

exit – noun – way out

fun – adjective – enjoyable

cousin – noun – child of your aunt or uncle

There are + Do you like…? + Can we…?

There are for plural things. Do you like…? asks about preference. Can we…? asks permission.

Examples from the dialogue:

There are lions over there.

Do you like lions?

Can we see the elephants too?

Yes, of course.

More simple examples:

There are many animals.

Do you like monkeys?

Can we take a photo?

I like elephants.

zoo → zoo

lion → LY-un

monkey → MUNG-kee

elephant → EL-uh-funt

photo → FOH-toh

What animals does Ahmed see first?

Does Lina like lions?

What does she like more?

Where are the monkeys?

Where are the elephants?

Are the elephants big?

What does Lina want to do?

Is she hungry?

Where is the ice cream shop?

Is it a fun day?

You see lions. What do you say to your cousin?

She asks if you like lions. What do you answer?

She wants to see elephants. What do you say?

She wants a photo. What do you say?

She is hungry. What do you suggest?

Write 3 animals you can see at the zoo.

Write a short dialogue (4 lines) at the zoo.

Write 3 sentences using “There are…” and “Do you like…?”

List 5 zoo animals.

Write a short summary of the dialogue (3 sentences).

Look! There are lions.

Do you like lions?

I like monkeys more.

Can we see the elephants too?

The elephants are near the lake.

I want to take a photo.

Be careful.

Is there an ice cream shop?

This is a fun day!

Let’s go.

Ahmed and Lina visit the zoo. They see lions, monkeys and big elephants. Lina takes a photo and they plan ice cream. A fun family day. Good for talking about animals.

Day 24 – At a Museum

Location: a museum  |   Speakers: Ahmed & Guide Mr. Black

Ahmed: Hello!

Mr. Black: Hello! Welcome to the museum. Do you want a map?

Ahmed: Yes, please. How much is the ticket?

Mr. Black: The ticket is 10 dollars.

Ahmed: Here you are.

Mr. Black: Thank you. The ancient Egypt section is on the left.

Ahmed: Great. Is there information in English?

Mr. Black: Yes, all information is in English and Arabic.

Ahmed: Perfect. Can I take photos?

Mr. Black: Yes, but no flash, please.

Ahmed: OK. How long can I stay?

Mr. Black: The museum is open until 6 o’clock.

Ahmed: Thank you for your help.

Mr. Black: You are welcome. Enjoy the museum!

Ahmed: I will. Goodbye!

Mr. Black: Goodbye!

museum – noun – place with old and important things

map – noun – paper that shows places

ticket – noun – paper to enter

ancient – adjective – very old

section – noun – part of the museum

information – noun – facts and details

photo – noun – picture

flash – noun – bright light on camera

open – adjective – not closed

until – preposition – up to a time

guide – noun – person who helps visitors

left – noun – opposite of right

stay – verb – remain

help – noun – assistance

enjoy – verb – like something

How much is…? + Is there…? + Can I…?

How much is…? for price. Is there…? for existence. Can I…? for permission.

Examples from the dialogue:

How much is the ticket?

Is there information in English?

Can I take photos?

Yes, but no flash, please.

More simple examples:

How much is a map?

Is there a café?

Can I touch the objects?

No, please do not touch.

museum → myoo-ZEE-um

ancient → AYN-shunt

ticket → TIK-it

information → in-fer-MAY-shun

photo → FOH-toh

What does the guide offer?

How much is the ticket?

Where is the ancient Egypt section?

Is information in English?

Can Ahmed take photos?

What must he not use?

Until what time is the museum open?

What does Mr. Black wish him?

Who is Mr. Black?

Does Ahmed buy a ticket?

The guide says “Do you want a map?” What do you answer?

You want the price. What do you ask?

You want to know about photos. What do you ask?

You want the closing time. What do you ask?

He says “Enjoy the museum!” What do you say?

Write 3 things you can see in a museum.

Write a short dialogue (4 lines) at a museum.

Write 3 sentences using “Can I…?” and “Is there…?”

List 5 museum rules.

Write a short summary of the dialogue (3 sentences).

Do you want a map?

How much is the ticket?

The ticket is 10 dollars.

The ancient Egypt section is on the left.

Is there information in English?

Can I take photos?

No flash, please.

How long can I stay?

The museum is open until 6 o’clock.

Enjoy the museum!

Ahmed visits a museum. Ticket is 10 dollars. Ancient Egypt section is on the left. Information is in English and Arabic. He can take photos (no flash). Open until 6. Useful museum English.

Day 25 – At a Police Station

Location: a police station  |   Speakers: Ahmed & Officer David

Ahmed: Hello. I need help, please.

David: Hello. What is the problem?

Ahmed: I lost my wallet.

David: I am sorry. Where did you lose it?

Ahmed: I think in the park near the station.

David: What is in the wallet?

Ahmed: My ID card, some money, and my bank card.

David: OK. Please fill in this form.

Ahmed: What information do I write?

David: Your name, phone number, and description of the wallet.

Ahmed: OK. Is there a number I can call later?

David: Yes. Call this number tomorrow.

Ahmed: Thank you very much for your help.

David: You are welcome. I hope you find it soon.

Ahmed: Thank you. Goodbye!

David: Goodbye!

police station – noun – place where police work

help – noun – assistance

problem – noun – something wrong

lost – adjective – cannot find

wallet – noun – small bag for money and cards

ID card – noun – identity card

money – noun – coins and notes

bank card – noun – card for money

form – noun – paper for information

description – noun – how something looks

number – noun – phone number

call – verb – telephone

hope – verb – want something good

find – verb – discover something lost

officer – noun – police person

I lost… + Where did you…? + Please fill in…

I lost… for past loss. Where did you…? for past questions. Please + verb for polite requests.

Examples from the dialogue:

I lost my wallet.

Where did you lose it?

Please fill in this form.

What information do I write?

More simple examples:

I lost my phone.

Where did you put it?

Please write your name.

I hope you find it.

police → puh-LEES

wallet → WOL-it

lost → lost

form → form

description → di-SKRIP-shun

What is the problem?

What did Ahmed lose?

Where did he lose it?

What is in the wallet?

What does he need to fill?

What information does he write?

Is there a phone number?

When can he call?

What does the officer hope?

Who is David?

The officer asks “What is the problem?” What do you answer?

He asks where you lost it. What do you say?

He asks what is in the wallet. What do you answer?

He gives you a form. What do you ask?

He says “I hope you find it soon.” What do you say?

Write 3 things people can lose.

Write a short dialogue (4 lines) at a police station.

Write 3 sentences using “I lost…”.

List 5 things in a wallet.

Write a short summary of the dialogue (3 sentences).

I need help, please.

What is the problem?

I lost my wallet.

Where did you lose it?

What is in the wallet?

Please fill in this form.

Is there a number I can call?

Call this number tomorrow.

I hope you find it soon.

Thank you for your help.

Ahmed reports a lost wallet at the police station. It has his ID, money and bank card. He fills a form and gets a phone number to call later. The officer is helpful. Good for emergency English.

Day 26 – At a Friend's House

Location: a friend’s house  |   Speakers: Ahmed (guest) & Friend Youssef

Ahmed: Hi Youssef!

Youssef: Hi Ahmed! Come in! How are you?

Ahmed: I am fine, thank you. And you?

Youssef: I am good. Please sit down.

Ahmed: Thank you. Your house is nice.

Youssef: Thanks. Would you like some tea?

Ahmed: Yes, please. I like tea.

Youssef: Do you want sugar?

Ahmed: Yes, one spoon, please.

Youssef: Here you are.

Ahmed: Thank you. It is delicious.

Youssef: I am happy you like it.

Ahmed: Do you want to watch a film later?

Youssef: Yes, good idea! What film do you like?

Ahmed: An action film is good.

Youssef: Perfect. Let’s watch it after tea.

Ahmed: Great. Thank you for inviting me.

Youssef: You are always welcome, my friend.

friend’s house – noun – home of a friend

come in – expression – enter the house

sit down – expression – take a seat

nice – adjective – good and pleasant

tea – noun – hot drink

sugar – noun – sweet powder

spoon – noun – small tool for sugar

delicious – adjective – very tasty

happy – adjective – feeling good

watch – verb – look at a film

film – noun – movie

action – noun – exciting type

invite – verb – ask someone to come

always – adverb – every time

welcome – adjective – happy to receive someone

Would you like…? + Do you want…? + Let’s…

Would you like…? and Do you want…? for offers. Let’s… for suggestions.

Examples from the dialogue:

Would you like some tea?

Do you want sugar?

Do you want to watch a film later?

Let’s watch it after tea.

More simple examples:

Would you like coffee?

Do you want a biscuit?

Let’s sit outside.

I like tea.

friend → frend

house → haus

tea → tee

sugar → SHUG-er

delicious → di-LISH-us

Who is the friend?

What does Youssef say when Ahmed arrives?

How is the house?

What drink does Ahmed want?

Does he want sugar?

How many spoons?

Is the tea good?

What do they want to do later?

What kind of film?

Is Ahmed welcome?

Your friend says “Come in!” What do you say?

He offers tea. What do you answer?

He asks about sugar. What do you say?

You want to watch a film. What do you ask?

He says “You are always welcome.” What do you say?

Write 3 things you say when you visit a friend.

Write a short dialogue (5 lines) at a friend’s house.

Write 3 sentences using “Would you like…?” and “Let’s…”.

List 5 things in a living room.

Write a short summary of the dialogue (3 sentences).

Come in!

Please sit down.

Your house is nice.

Would you like some tea?

Do you want sugar?

It is delicious.

Do you want to watch a film?

An action film is good.

Let’s watch it after tea.

You are always welcome.

Ahmed visits his friend Youssef. They drink tea with sugar and plan to watch an action film. Youssef is a good host. Perfect for visiting friends.

Day 27 – At a Birthday Party

Location: a birthday party  |   Speakers: Ahmed (guest) & Birthday girl Hana

Ahmed: Happy birthday, Hana!

Hana: Thank you, Ahmed! I am so happy you came.

Ahmed: I brought a present for you.

Hana: Oh, thank you! Can I open it now?

Ahmed: Yes, of course.

Hana: Wow! A nice book. I love it!

Ahmed: I am glad you like it. How old are you today?

Hana: I am 25 years old.

Ahmed: Congratulations! The cake looks delicious.

Hana: Yes, let’s cut the cake soon.

Ahmed: Do you want help with the music?

Hana: Yes, please. Can you play some happy songs?

Ahmed: Sure. I can do that.

Hana: Thank you. Everyone is having fun.

Ahmed: It is a great party. Happy birthday again!

Hana: Thank you for coming, my friend.

birthday – noun – day you were born

party – noun – celebration with friends

present – noun – gift

open – verb – unwrap a gift

book – noun – pages to read

love – verb – like very much

glad – adjective – happy

old – adjective – age

congratulations – expression – happy words for success

cake – noun – sweet food for birthdays

cut – verb – divide with a knife

music – noun – songs

song – noun – music with words

fun – noun – enjoyment

great – adjective – very good

Happy birthday! + How old are you? + Can you…?

Happy birthday! is a fixed phrase. How old are you? asks age. Can you…? asks for help.

Examples from the dialogue:

Happy birthday, Hana!

How old are you today?

I am 25 years old.

Can you play some happy songs?

More simple examples:

Happy birthday!

How old is she?

She is 30.

Can you help me with the cake?

birthday → BURTH-day

present → PREZ-unt

congratulations → kun-grach-uh-LAY-shunz

cake → kayk

music → MYOO-zik

What does Ahmed say first?

What does he bring?

Can Hana open the present?

What is the present?

How old is Hana?

What looks delicious?

What does Ahmed offer to help with?

What kind of songs?

Is everyone having fun?

Is it a great party?

You arrive at the party. What do you say?

You give a present. What do you say?

She asks your age (or you ask hers). What do you say?

You offer help with music. What do you say?

You leave. What do you say?

Write 3 things you say at a birthday party.

Write a short dialogue (4 lines) at a birthday party.

Write 3 sentences using “Happy birthday!” and “How old…?”

List 5 things at a birthday party.

Write a short summary of the dialogue (3 sentences).

Happy birthday!

I brought a present for you.

Can I open it now?

I love it!

How old are you today?

Congratulations!

The cake looks delicious.

Can you play some happy songs?

Everyone is having fun.

Thank you for coming.

Ahmed goes to Hana’s 25th birthday party. He gives her a book. They cut the cake and he helps with music. Everyone has fun. Perfect birthday English.

Day 28 – Shopping for Groceries

Location: a small grocery store  |   Speakers: Ahmed (customer) & Shopkeeper Fatima

Ahmed: Hello!

Fatima: Hello! What do you need today?

Ahmed: I need milk, eggs, and bread, please.

Fatima: OK. How many litres of milk?

Ahmed: Two litres, please.

Fatima: And how many eggs?

Ahmed: One dozen eggs.

Fatima: Here is the bread. Fresh today.

Ahmed: Great. Do you have tomatoes?

Fatima: Yes. How many kilos?

Ahmed: One kilo, please.

Fatima: Anything else?

Ahmed: Yes. A bottle of cooking oil.

Fatima: OK. The total is 15 dollars.

Ahmed: Here you are.

Fatima: Thank you. Do you need a bag?

Ahmed: Yes, please.

Fatima: Here you go. Have a nice day!

Ahmed: Thank you. Goodbye!

groceries – noun – food you buy regularly

milk – noun – white liquid

eggs – noun – food from chickens

bread – noun – food from flour

litre – noun – unit for liquids

dozen – noun – twelve

fresh – adjective – new and good

tomato – noun – red fruit for cooking

kilo – noun – 1000 grams

cooking oil – noun – oil for cooking

bottle – noun – container

total – noun – full price

bag – noun – for carrying

shopkeeper – noun – person who owns the shop

need – verb – require

How many + countable / How much + uncountable

How many for things you can count. How much for liquids and uncountable.

Examples from the dialogue:

How many litres of milk?

Two litres, please.

How many eggs?

One dozen eggs.

How many kilos?

More simple examples:

How much milk do you need?

How many tomatoes?

How much oil?

I need two litres.

groceries → GROH-suh-reez

litre → LEE-ter

dozen → DUZ-un

tomato → tuh-MAY-toh

oil → oyl

What does Ahmed need?

How many litres of milk?

How many eggs?

Is the bread fresh?

Does he buy tomatoes?

How many kilos of tomatoes?

What else does he buy?

What is the total?

Does he need a bag?

Who is Fatima?

The shopkeeper asks “What do you need today?” What do you say?

She asks how many litres. What do you answer?

She asks about eggs. What do you say?

You want tomatoes. What do you ask?

She asks “Anything else?” What do you answer?

Write 5 groceries you buy every week.

Write a short dialogue (5 lines) shopping for groceries.

Write 3 sentences using “How many…” and “How much…”.

List 5 uncountable food items.

Write a short summary of the dialogue (3 sentences).

What do you need today?

I need milk, eggs, and bread.

How many litres of milk?

Two litres, please.

One dozen eggs.

Do you have tomatoes?

How many kilos?

A bottle of cooking oil.

The total is 15 dollars.

Do you need a bag?

Ahmed buys milk (2 litres), eggs (1 dozen), bread, tomatoes (1 kilo) and cooking oil. Total 15 dollars. Fatima is friendly. Essential grocery shopping English.

Day 29 – Asking for Directions

Location: on the street  |   Speakers: Ahmed (tourist) & Local person Maya

Ahmed: Excuse me. Can you help me, please?

Maya: Yes, of course. What do you need?

Ahmed: I am looking for the train station.

Maya: The train station is not far.

Ahmed: How can I get there?

Maya: Go straight for two blocks. Then turn left.

Ahmed: Turn left at the traffic lights?

Maya: Yes. After the traffic lights, turn left.

Ahmed: Is it near the big supermarket?

Maya: Yes. The station is next to the supermarket.

Ahmed: How long does it take to walk?

Maya: About ten minutes.

Ahmed: Thank you very much for your help.

Maya: You are welcome. Have a nice day!

Ahmed: You too. Goodbye!

Maya: Goodbye!

directions – noun – instructions how to go

excuse me – expression – polite start

looking for – expression – trying to find

train station – noun – place for trains

far – adjective – not near

get there – expression – arrive at the place

straight – adverb – directly forward

block – noun – distance between streets

turn left – expression – go to the left

traffic lights – noun – red, yellow, green lights

near – preposition – close

next to – preposition – beside

walk – verb – go on foot

about – adverb – approximately

local – adjective – from this place

How can I get…? + Imperatives for directions

How can I get…? asks the way. Imperatives (Go, Turn) give directions.

Examples from the dialogue:

How can I get there?

Go straight for two blocks.

Then turn left.

The station is next to the supermarket.

More simple examples:

How can I get to the hotel?

Turn right at the corner.

Go straight and turn left.

It is next to the bank.

directions → di-REK-shunz

station → STAY-shun

straight → strayt

block → blok

traffic → TRAF-ik

What is Ahmed looking for?

Is the station far?

How can he get there?

Where does he turn left?

Is it near a supermarket?

How long does it take to walk?

Who is Maya?

What does Ahmed say at the end?

Does Maya help him?

Is it about ten minutes?

You need help. What do you say?

You are looking for the station. What do you say?

You want directions. What do you ask?

You want the time. What do you ask?

She helps you. What do you say?

Write 3 places you might ask directions for.

Write a short dialogue (5 lines) asking for directions.

Write 3 sentences using “Go straight” and “Turn left/right”.

List 5 direction words.

Write a short summary of the dialogue (3 sentences).

Excuse me. Can you help me?

I am looking for the train station.

How can I get there?

Go straight for two blocks.

Then turn left.

Turn left at the traffic lights.

Is it near the big supermarket?

How long does it take to walk?

About ten minutes.

Thank you very much for your help.

Ahmed asks Maya for directions to the train station. Go straight two blocks, turn left at the traffic lights. It is next to the supermarket (10 minutes walk). Essential for travellers.

Day 30 – Visiting a Doctor

Location: a doctor’s clinic  |   Speakers: Ahmed (patient) & Doctor Smith

Ahmed: Good morning, Doctor.

Doctor Smith: Good morning. What is the problem today?

Ahmed: I have a bad cough and a sore throat.

Doctor Smith: How long do you have these problems?

Ahmed: For three days.

Doctor Smith: Do you have a fever?

Ahmed: Yes, a little fever.

Doctor Smith: Please open your mouth. Say “Ahh”.

Ahmed: Ahh.

Doctor Smith: Your throat is red. I will give you medicine.

Ahmed: Thank you. How many times a day?

Doctor Smith: Take the medicine three times a day after food.

Ahmed: OK. Do I need to rest?

Doctor Smith: Yes. Rest at home for two days.

Ahmed: Thank you, Doctor.

Doctor Smith: You are welcome. Feel better soon!

Ahmed: Goodbye!

Doctor Smith: Goodbye!

doctor – noun – person who helps sick people

clinic – noun – small hospital

cough – noun – sound from the throat when sick

sore throat – noun – pain in the throat

fever – noun – high temperature

mouth – noun – part of the face for speaking

throat – noun – inside of the neck

medicine – noun – something for health

times a day – expression – how often

rest – verb – not work, stay quiet

home – noun – your house

feel better – expression – become healthy

bad – adjective – not good

open – verb – make open

after food – expression – after eating

I have + illness + How long…? + Imperatives for advice

I have for symptoms. How long…? for duration. Imperatives give medical advice.

Examples from the dialogue:

I have a bad cough and a sore throat.

How long do you have these problems?

Take the medicine three times a day.

Rest at home for two days.

More simple examples:

I have a headache.

How long is the fever?

Drink a lot of water.

Stay in bed.

doctor → DOK-ter

cough → kof

throat → throht

fever → FEE-ver

medicine → MED-i-sin

What problems does Ahmed have?

How long does he have them?

Does he have a fever?

What does the doctor ask him to do?

Is his throat red?

How many times a day does he take medicine?

When does he take it?

Does he need to rest?

How many days?

What does the doctor wish him?

The doctor asks “What is the problem?” What do you answer?

He asks how long. What do you say?

He asks about fever. What do you answer?

He gives medicine. What do you ask?

He says “Feel better soon!” What do you say?

Write 3 common illnesses.

Write a short dialogue (4 lines) with a doctor.

Write 3 sentences using “I have a…”.

List 5 pieces of medical advice.

Write a short summary of the dialogue (3 sentences).

What is the problem today?

I have a bad cough.

I have a sore throat.

How long do you have these problems?

Do you have a fever?

Please open your mouth.

Take the medicine three times a day.

Rest at home for two days.

Feel better soon!

Thank you, Doctor.

Ahmed visits the doctor with a cough, sore throat and fever for three days. The doctor examines him and gives medicine (three times a day after food) plus two days rest. Useful medical English.

Day 31 – Booking a Hotel

Location: on the phone / online  |   Speakers: Ahmed (caller) & Hotel receptionist Clara

Ahmed: Hello. I want to book a room, please.

Clara: Of course. For how many nights?

Ahmed: For three nights.

Clara: What dates do you want?

Ahmed: From Friday to Monday.

Clara: OK. Do you want a single or double room?

Ahmed: A single room, please.

Clara: We have a single room with free breakfast.

Ahmed: Perfect. How much is it per night?

Clara: It is 50 dollars per night.

Ahmed: OK. I will take it. My name is Ahmed.

Clara: Thank you, Mr. Ahmed. Can I have your phone number?

Ahmed: Yes. It is 0123-456-789.

Clara: Great. Your booking is confirmed.

Ahmed: Thank you very much.

Clara: You are welcome. See you on Friday!

Ahmed: See you. Goodbye!

Clara: Goodbye!

book – verb – reserve a room

room – noun – place to sleep in a hotel

night – noun – time for sleeping

date – noun – day of the month

single room – noun – room for one person

double room – noun – room for two people

free breakfast – expression – breakfast included

per night – expression – for each night

take – verb – accept

phone number – noun – telephone number

confirmed – adjective – sure and ready

receptionist – noun – person who answers the phone

caller – noun – person who phones

Friday – noun – day of the week

Monday – noun – day of the week

Want to + For how many…? + How much is it per…?

want to for booking. For how many…? asks quantity. How much is it per…? for price.

Examples from the dialogue:

I want to book a room.

For how many nights?

How much is it per night?

It is 50 dollars per night.

More simple examples:

I want to book a double room.

For how many people?

How much is it per person?

The total is 150 dollars.

book → book

room → room

single → SING-gul

double → DUB-ul

confirmed → kun-FURMD

What does Ahmed want to do?

For how many nights?

What dates?

What kind of room?

Is breakfast free?

How much per night?

What is his name?

What is his phone number?

Is the booking confirmed?

When will he arrive?

You want to book a room. What do you say?

The receptionist asks for nights. What do you answer?

She asks single or double. What do you say?

You want the price. What do you ask?

She confirms. What do you say?

Write 3 pieces of information for a hotel booking.

Write a short dialogue (5 lines) booking a hotel.

Write 3 sentences using “I want to book…” and “How much is it per…?”

List 5 hotel room types.

Write a short summary of the dialogue (3 sentences).

I want to book a room, please.

For how many nights?

What dates do you want?

Do you want a single or double room?

How much is it per night?

I will take it.

Can I have your phone number?

Your booking is confirmed.

See you on Friday!

Thank you very much.

Ahmed books a single room with free breakfast for three nights (Friday–Monday) at 50 dollars per night. He gives his name and phone number. Booking is confirmed. Essential for travel planning.

Day 32 – Ordering Food

Location: a fast-food restaurant   |  Speakers: Ahmed (customer) & Cashier Jack

Ahmed: Hello!

Jack: Hello! What can I get for you?

Ahmed: I want a chicken burger, please.

Jack: Do you want fries with that?

Ahmed: Yes, please. And a large cola.

Jack: OK. Chicken burger, fries, and large cola. Anything else?

Ahmed: No, that is all. How much is it?

Jack: That is 12 dollars.

Ahmed: Here you are.

Jack: Thank you. Do you want the food for here or to go?

Ahmed: To go, please.

Jack: OK. Please wait two minutes.

Ahmed: Thank you.

Jack: Here is your order. Enjoy your meal!

Ahmed: Thank you. Goodbye!

Jack: Goodbye! Have a nice day!

ordering – noun – asking for food

fast-food – adjective – quick food restaurant

burger – noun – meat in bread

fries – noun – fried potato sticks

cola – noun – sweet drink

large – adjective – big size

anything else – expression – other things

for here – expression – eat in the restaurant

to go – expression – take away

order – noun – the food you asked for

meal – noun – food

cashier – noun – person who takes money

get – verb – bring

wait – verb – stay for a short time

enjoy – verb – like the food

I want + Do you want…? + for here or to go

I want for ordering. Do you want…? offers extras. for here / to go chooses place.

Examples from the dialogue:

I want a chicken burger, please.

Do you want fries with that?

Do you want the food for here or to go?

To go, please.

More simple examples:

I want a pizza.

Do you want a salad?

For here, please.

To go, please.

burger → BUR-ger

fries → frize

cola → KOH-luh

large → larj

order → OR-der

What does Ahmed want?

Does he want fries?

What drink does he want?

What size is the cola?

How much is the order?

Does he eat in the restaurant?

How long does he wait?

What does Jack say at the end?

Who is Jack?

Is it for here or to go?

The cashier asks “What can I get for you?” What do you say?

He offers fries. What do you answer?

He asks for here or to go. What do you say?

You want the price. What do you ask?

He gives the food. What do you say?

Write 3 things you can order in a fast-food restaurant.

Write a short dialogue (5 lines) ordering food.

Write 3 sentences using “I want…” and “Do you want…?”

List 5 fast-food items.

Write a short summary of the dialogue (3 sentences).

What can I get for you?

I want a chicken burger, please.

Do you want fries with that?

And a large cola.

How much is it?

For here or to go?

To go, please.

Please wait two minutes.

Here is your order.

Enjoy your meal!

Ahmed orders a chicken burger, fries and large cola for 12 dollars. He takes it to go. Quick and useful fast-food English.

Day 33 – Buying Tickets

Location: a ticket office / theatre   |  Speakers: Ahmed (customer) & Seller Nina

Ahmed: Hello!

Nina: Hello! How can I help you?

Ahmed: I want two tickets for the concert tonight.

Nina: What time is the concert?

Ahmed: It starts at 8 o’clock.

Nina: OK. We have tickets in the front or at the back.

Ahmed: I want tickets in the front, please.

Nina: Those are 30 dollars each.

Ahmed: OK. Two tickets. That is 60 dollars.

Nina: Yes. Here are your tickets.

Ahmed: Thank you. What time should I arrive?

Nina: Please arrive at 7:30.

Ahmed: Is there parking near here?

Nina: Yes, there is a car park next to the building.

Ahmed: Perfect. Thank you very much.

Nina: You are welcome. Enjoy the concert!

Ahmed: I will. Goodbye!

Nina: Goodbye!

ticket – noun – paper to enter an event

concert – noun – music performance

tonight – adverb – this evening

start – verb – begin

front – noun – near the stage

back – noun – far from the stage

each – adverb – for one

arrive – verb – come to a place

parking – noun – place for cars

car park – noun – place to leave the car

building – noun – the theatre or hall