HE WASHES THE DISHES

 In this topic, we’ll explore a common household chore: washing dishes. This simple task is often used to practice the present simple tense in English. The focus will be on how to describe routine actions, especially those we do regularly. We’ll cover vocabulary related to kitchen chores, practice useful expressions, and see examples of conversations about washing dishes.

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Grammar: Present Simple Tense

• Usage: The present simple is used for habits, routines, facts, and general truths.

• Structure:

  • Affirmative: Subject + verb (he/she/it + verb + "s")
  • Negative: Subject + do/does not + base verb
  • Question: Do/Does + subject + base verb?

• Examples:

  • Affirmative: He washes the dishes.
  • Negative: He does not wash the dishes.
  • Question: Does he wash the dishes?

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Vocabulary

1. Wash - Clean with water and soap
2. Dishes - Plates, bowls, cups, etc., used for eating
3. Sink - The place where you wash the dishes
4. Dish soap - Liquid soap for cleaning dishes
5. Sponge - A soft object used to scrub and clean dishes
6. Dry - Remove water from dishes
7. Towel - Cloth for drying dishes
8. Rinse - Wash with clean water to remove soap
9. Scrub - Rub hard to clean
10. Stack - Arrange dishes in a pile or organized way

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Useful Expressions

1. "It’s time to wash the dishes." - Used when it’s time to clean up after a meal.
2. "He rinses the dishes before drying them." - Describes the sequence of actions.
3. "Do you mind washing the dishes?" - A polite way to ask someone to help.
4. "The sink is full of dishes!" - Indicates that there are many dishes to wash.
5. "He scrubs the pans to remove the grease." - Used for more challenging cleaning tasks.

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Sentences

1. He washes the dishes every night after dinner.
2. She uses dish soap and a sponge to clean the plates.
3. After washing, he rinses and dries the dishes.
4. They stack the clean dishes on the counter.
5. The sink is empty now that all the dishes are clean.

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Questions and Answers

1. Question: Does he wash the dishes every day?

   • Answer: Yes, he washes the dishes every day.

2. Question: What does he use to wash the dishes?

   • Answer: He uses dish soap and a sponge to wash the dishes.

3. Question: Where does he put the clean dishes?

   • Answer: He puts the clean dishes on the counter.

4. Question: Does he dry the dishes after washing them?

   • Answer: Yes, he dries the dishes after washing them.

5. Question: Who usually washes the dishes in your house?

   • Answer: I usually wash the dishes, but sometimes my brother helps.

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Conversation

Alice: Hey, Jack! Can you wash the dishes tonight?

Jack: Sure, no problem. Is there dish soap under the sink?

Alice: Yes, there’s a new bottle there. You’ll find a sponge and towels, too.

Jack: Great, thanks. Do you usually rinse the dishes before drying them?

Alice: Yes, I do. It helps to remove any soap left on them.

Jack: Good tip. I’ll make sure they’re dry before stacking them.

Alice: Thanks, Jack! It makes such a difference when they’re clean.

Jack: Anytime. Happy to help out!

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Reading

"Daily Routine: Washing the Dishes"

After every meal, Jack washes the dishes. He starts by gathering all the dirty dishes and bringing them to the sink. He applies dish soap to a sponge and begins scrubbing each plate, cup, and bowl. Once they’re clean, he rinses them under fresh water to remove the soap. Finally, he dries each dish with a towel and stacks them on the counter. Washing dishes is a simple task, but it’s part of his daily routine and helps keep the kitchen clean and organized.