HOW DO THEY FEEL?

 Understanding and describing emotions is an essential part of communication. In this lesson, we will learn how to ask and talk about how people feel. This will include vocabulary for various emotions, grammar structures to describe feelings, and useful expressions to ask about someone’s emotional state. By the end of the lesson, you will be able to describe how people feel in different situations and hold conversations about emotions.

Grammar:

• Present Simple Tense: Used to describe general emotional states.

  • Example: "They feel happy when they are with friends."

• Present Continuous Tense: Used to describe how someone is feeling at the moment.

  • Example: "She’s feeling nervous about the exam."

• Past Simple Tense: Used to describe how someone felt in the past.

  • Example: "He felt sad after the movie."

• Adjectives and Adverbs: Used to describe emotions.

  • Example: "They look excited." / "She is feeling extremely tired."

• Question Structure:

  • How + do/does + subject + feel?
    • Example: "How do they feel about the new project?"

Vocabulary:

1. Happy – feeling joy.
2. Sad – feeling sorrow.
3. Excited – feeling enthusiastic or eager.
4. Worried – feeling anxious or concerned.
5. Nervous – feeling uneasy or anxious.
6. Angry – feeling strong displeasure.
7. Confused – feeling uncertain or perplexed.
8. Tired – feeling exhausted or weary.
9. Relieved – feeling reassurance or comfort after a stress.
10. Surprised – feeling astonished or amazed.

Useful Expressions:

1. "How do you feel today?"
2. "They seem really excited about the news."
3. "She’s feeling a little nervous about the presentation."
4. "He looks tired after the long day."
5. "They were confused by the instructions."
6. "I’m feeling really happy right now!"
7. "Are you okay? You look worried."
8. "She felt relieved after hearing the results."
9. "They seem upset about something."
10. "How did you feel after the meeting?"

Sentences:

1. "I feel happy when I spend time with my family."
2. "They looked surprised when they saw the gift."
3. "She feels nervous about speaking in front of the class."
4. "He felt angry when he missed the bus."
5. "We are excited for the weekend trip."
6. "They were confused during the math lesson."
7. "I felt relieved after I finished my exam."
8. "She looks tired because she didn’t sleep well."
9. "They seem worried about the upcoming event."
10. "He feels sad when he thinks about the past."

Questions and Answers:

1. Q: How do they feel right now?

   • A: They feel really excited about the event.

2. Q: How does she feel about the project?

   • A: She feels a bit nervous, but she’s prepared.

3. Q: How did he feel after the exam?

   • A: He felt relieved because he studied hard.

4. Q: How do you feel today?

   • A: I’m feeling great, thanks for asking!

5. Q: How do they usually feel in the morning?

   • A: They usually feel tired and need coffee to wake up.

6. Q: How did you feel when you heard the news?

   • A: I felt surprised and happy at the same time.

7. Q: How do they feel about traveling?

   • A: They feel excited because they love exploring new places.

8. Q: How does he feel after working all day?

   • A: He feels exhausted and just wants to rest.

9. Q: How did she feel about the movie?

   • A: She felt sad because it had a tragic ending.

10. Q: How are you feeling right now?

    • A: I’m feeling a little tired, but otherwise I’m fine.

Conversation:

Sarah: You don’t look very happy today. How do you feel?

Tom: I’m a bit tired, to be honest. I didn’t sleep much last night.

Sarah: Oh no, that’s rough. Is everything okay?

Tom: Yeah, just some work stress. I was worried about a project, but I’m feeling a little better now.

Sarah: I’m glad to hear that. Let me know if you need help with anything.

Tom: Thanks, I appreciate it.

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Mark: Hey, how are you feeling about the presentation tomorrow?

Emily: Honestly, I’m feeling pretty nervous. It’s a big deal!

Mark: I get that. I was really anxious before my last presentation, but it turned out fine.

Emily: I hope so. I just want to get it over with!

Mark: You’ll do great. Just take a deep breath and stay confident.

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Reading:

"Understanding How People Feel"

Feelings are a natural part of our daily lives. We can feel happy, sad, excited, or even nervous depending on the situation. Understanding how people feel can help us communicate better and build stronger relationships.

Take Sarah, for example. She feels happiest when she’s with her family and friends. She enjoys spending time with them and always feels positive when she’s surrounded by loved ones. However, when she’s alone for too long, she starts to feel lonely and sometimes sad.

On the other hand, Mark feels excited when he’s working on new projects at his job. He loves challenges and feels motivated when he’s learning new things. However, when he’s stuck doing repetitive tasks, he feels bored and restless.

Feelings can change quickly depending on the situation. Sometimes we feel nervous before an important event, like a job interview or a big presentation. That’s how Emily felt before her big presentation at work. She was extremely nervous, but after practicing and staying calm, she felt relieved once it was over.

It’s important to recognize our own feelings and the feelings of others. When we understand how others feel, we can offer support and comfort when needed. Whether someone is excited, nervous, or upset, knowing how to respond helps build connections and shows empathy.

In conclusion, feelings are an important part of life, and learning how to describe them is essential for good communication. Next time you ask someone, “How do you feel?” make sure to listen carefully and respond with understanding.