In this lesson, we’ll focus on the phrase “I hang out with them sometimes,” which is a casual way to talk about spending time with friends, family, or others. This topic is useful for learning informal expressions and vocabulary related to socializing, meeting people, and engaging in activities together. You’ll learn how to use this phrase in various contexts, discuss frequency, and express enjoyment or interest in spending time with others.
Grammar Focus
Frequency Adverbs (Always, Often, Sometimes, Rarely, Never)
- Use adverbs of frequency to describe how often you hang out with someone.
- Examples: "I often hang out with them on weekends." / "I rarely see them during the week."
Present Simple for Routine Activities
- Use the present simple to describe things you do regularly.
- Example: "We usually hang out after work."
Gerunds for Activities
- Use gerunds (verb + -ing) to describe activities you enjoy.
- Example: "We enjoy going hiking and watching movies."
Vocabulary
| Word/Phrase | Definition | Example Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| Hang out | To spend time with others casually | "I hang out with my friends after school." |
| Socialize | To interact with people | "I like to socialize on the weekends." |
| Catch up | To talk and update each other on news | "We catch up over coffee." |
| Movie night | A night dedicated to watching movies together | "We have a movie night every Friday." |
| Play sports | Engage in sports activities | "They play sports together on weekends." |
| Go for a walk | To take a walk with someone | "We go for a walk in the evening sometimes." |
| Chat | To talk casually | "They like to chat after school." |
| Occasionally | From time to time; not frequently | "I occasionally hang out with my cousins." |
| Meet up | To arrange to see someone | "We meet up at the park on Saturdays." |
| Group | A set of people who regularly spend time together | "I have a group of friends from college." |
Useful Expressions
| Expression | Meaning |
|---|---|
| "We hang out now and then." | We spend time together occasionally. |
| "We keep in touch." | We stay in contact regularly. |
| "It’s fun to catch up." | It’s enjoyable to hear what’s new with each other. |
| "We just chill." | We relax and don’t do anything specific. |
| "We’re a close-knit group." | We’re a close group of friends. |
| "We do a lot together." | We spend time on various activities together. |
| "They’re good company." | They’re enjoyable people to be around. |
| "We go way back." | We’ve known each other for a long time. |
Sentences
- I hang out with them on the weekends.
- We often catch up over coffee or lunch.
- Sometimes we go hiking or watch movies together.
- My friends and I like to play sports at the local park.
- I don’t hang out with them very often, maybe once a month.
- We’re a close-knit group, and we do a lot together.
- Occasionally, we plan a trip to the beach.
- It’s always fun to meet up and chat about our lives.
- They’re good company, so I enjoy spending time with them.
- We’ve been friends for years, so we know each other well.
Questions and Answers
Q: How often do you hang out with them?
A: I hang out with them sometimes, usually on weekends.Q: What do you usually do when you hang out?
A: We usually go for coffee, watch movies, or play sports.Q: Do you enjoy hanging out with them?
A: Yes, they’re fun to be around, and we always have a good time.Q: Do you have a close group of friends?
A: Yes, we’re a close-knit group, and we keep in touch regularly.Q: What do you like most about your friends?
A: They’re supportive and good company, so it’s always enjoyable to hang out with them.
Conversation
Emma: Hey! What are you doing this weekend?
Sam: Not much. I’ll probably hang out with some friends.
Emma: Nice! Do you hang out with them often?
Sam: Yeah, we try to meet up on weekends. Sometimes we go for coffee or watch a movie.
Emma: Sounds fun! Do you guys do anything special?
Sam: We just chill most of the time. Occasionally, we plan a trip or do something outdoors like hiking.
Emma: It’s great to have friends to do things with.
Sam: Absolutely. It’s always a good time when we’re together.
Reading Passage
I have a small group of friends that I hang out with sometimes. We don’t get together every day, but we try to meet up on weekends or whenever we have time. Our activities depend on the day; sometimes we go out for dinner, watch a movie, or just hang out at someone’s place. Occasionally, we do something different, like going for a hike or planning a short trip. We’ve been friends for years, so we know each other well and feel comfortable together. Hanging out with them is always fun, and it’s a nice break from work and daily routines. Being with them makes me feel connected and relaxed.
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