WHAT'S UP?

 "What's up?" is a casual greeting commonly used in English, similar to "How are you?" or "What's happening?" It can be used to start a conversation or check in on someone's current situation. In this lesson, students will explore the different contexts where "What's up?" can be used and how to respond appropriately, both informally and semi-formally.

Grammar:

• Contractions and Informal Phrasing:

  • "What's" = What is
  • Used in Informal Settings: This phrase is typically used in casual conversations among friends or peers.
  • Answering "What's up?" often requires a simple statement about what’s happening in the moment or how the person is feeling.

• Present Simple Tense: Used to describe general situations or current activities.

  • Example: "What’s up?" – "I’m just relaxing."

• Present Continuous Tense: Used to describe ongoing actions.

  • Example: "What’s up?" – "I’m working on a project."

Vocabulary:

1. Chilling – relaxing or not doing much.
2. Not much – nothing significant is happening.
3. Busy – occupied with work or other activities.
4. Catching up – reconnecting with someone or completing tasks.
5. Hanging out – spending time casually, often with friends.
6. Working on – actively engaged in a task or project.
7. Nothing new – no recent changes or updates.
8. Same old, same old – everything is as usual; nothing has changed.
9. Just got off – finished something, often referring to work.
10. Heading out – going somewhere, often leaving.

Useful Expressions:

1. "What’s up?"
2. "Not much, what about you?"
3. "Just chilling at home."
4. "I’m busy with work."
5. "Nothing new, just the usual."
6. "Catching up on some tasks."
7. "I’m hanging out with friends."
8. "I just got off work."
9. "I’m heading out to grab some coffee."
10. "Same old, same old."

Sentences:

1. "Hey, what’s up?"
2. "Not much, I’m just relaxing."
3. "What’s up with you?"
4. "I’m working on a new project."
5. "Nothing much, just hanging out at home."
6. "What’s up? Haven’t seen you in a while."
7. "I just got off work and I’m heading home."
8. "Not much, I’m just catching up on some reading."
9. "Everything’s fine, just the same old routine."
10. "I’m heading out to meet some friends."

Questions and Answers:

1. Q: What’s up?

   • A: Not much, just relaxing. How about you?

2. Q: Hey, what’s up with you lately?

   • A: I’ve been busy with work. What about you?

3. Q: What’s up? Anything new?

   • A: Nothing new, just the usual stuff.

4. Q: What’s up? How’s your day going?

   • A: It’s going well, I’m just finishing up some work.

5. Q: What’s up this weekend?

   • A: I’m hanging out with some friends. How about you?

6. Q: What’s up? You look tired.

   • A: Yeah, I’ve been working all day.

7. Q: What’s up? Are you heading out soon?

   • A: Yeah, I’m going to grab a coffee.

8. Q: What’s up with the new project?

   • A: It’s going well. We’re making good progress.

9. Q: What’s up? Got any plans for tonight?

   • A: Not really, just staying home.

10. Q: What’s up? Haven’t heard from you in a while.

    • A: Yeah, I’ve been really busy, but things are good.

Conversation:

Alex: Hey, John! What’s up?

John: Not much, just hanging out at home. What about you?

Alex: Same here. I’ve been catching up on some shows.

John: Sounds nice. I’ve been thinking of starting a new series, but I haven’t had the time.

Alex: You should! It’s been nice to relax after such a busy week.

John: Yeah, totally agree. Work’s been hectic lately.

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Sarah: Hey, Emily! What’s up?

Emily: Not much, just got off work. What’s up with you?

Sarah: I’m just grabbing coffee with some friends. You wanna join?

Emily: I’d love to, but I’m exhausted. Maybe next time?

Sarah: No worries! Take it easy.

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Mike: Hey, Lisa! What’s up? Haven’t seen you in a while.

Lisa: I know! I’ve been super busy with work. How about you?

Mike: Same here. I’ve been working late every night.

Lisa: It’s crazy how fast things pile up.

Mike: Yeah, but it’s good to catch up with you.

Lisa: You too! We should hang out sometime soon.

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Reading:

"What’s Up with the Neighborhood?"

Lately, the neighborhood had been bustling with activity. People were moving in and out, and new shops were opening on every corner. It was a welcome change from the quiet streets of just a year ago. One sunny afternoon, Sarah ran into her friend Jake, who was sitting on a bench near the new coffee shop.

“Hey Jake, what’s up?” Sarah asked.

Jake looked up and smiled. “Not much, just enjoying the sunshine. How about you?”

“I’m good! I was just checking out that new bakery down the street,” Sarah replied.

“Oh, I’ve heard good things about it! What’s up with you? Busy with work?” Jake inquired.

“Yeah, work’s been crazy lately, but I’m managing. I needed a break, so I thought I’d explore the neighborhood a bit,” Sarah explained.

“That sounds like a good plan. There’s so much going on around here now. It’s hard to keep up!” Jake said.

“Tell me about it! I feel like there’s something new every day,” Sarah agreed. “But it’s nice to see the neighborhood growing.”

“Definitely,” Jake nodded. “Anyway, I should head home. What’s up for the rest of your day?”

“Not much. I’m just going to relax and maybe catch up on some reading,” Sarah said.

“Sounds perfect! Have a great day, Sarah.”

“You too, Jake!”

As Sarah walked away, she smiled, feeling grateful for her growing neighborhood and the familiar faces she saw every day.