Everyday English (Elementary)

Topic: Weekends

Lesson Notes June 27, 2023 (Elementary)

• The humidity is high. It feels sticky outside.

• A: Do you know Misaki?
  B: Where is that? (= Misaki) (NOT where is there)
  A: It’s in Kanagawa. Do you know Misaki Maguro Day Trip ticket?

• We chose the option to ride electric bicycles. (NOT we choiced …)

• Which day did you do the cycling?

• We went to Disney Sea on Monday, but it was very crowded.

• Which attractions did you ride?

• We rode the fastest rollercoaster.

• We went there when my children were small. (= children were young)

• Was there a parade or fireworks?

• Nephew; a son of your brother or sister (or brother-in law, sister-in-law)

• Nieces; a daughter of your brother or sister (or brother-in law, sister-in-law)

Saying Previous Weeks & Days

• This week …

• Last week …

• The week before (last week) …

• We can use this pattern for days as well

• This Tuesday …

• Last Tuesday …

• The Tuesday before (last Tuesday) …

Safe & Safety

• Safe (adjective): free from harm, danger, risk, or injury.

• I live in a safe neighbourhood.

• The bridge is old, but it is safe.

• Safety (noun): Safety means taking steps to prevent accidents, injuries, or harm. When we practice safety, we make sure that we are doing everything we can to stay safe and avoid getting hurt.

• Here are some road safety tips: When we cross the street, it's important to look both ways to make sure no cars are coming. This is a safety measure to prevent accidents. Wearing a bicycle helmet while riding is also an important safety practice to protect our head in case of a fall.

Weekends

• My husband met his sister at the baseball stadium by chance.

• My aunt gave me edible wild flowers. (= サンサイ)

• I bought new eyeglasses on sale. (NOT for sale price)

• I went to a wine tasting, but I drank too much. (NOT I too much drank)

• We went and had lunch at Saizeriya. (NOT took lunch)