In this lesson, we’ll focus on the topic of relationships and the desire to spend time together. The sentence “Richard wants to see his girlfriend every day” introduces vocabulary and expressions related to affection, daily routines, and relationship dynamics. This topic is ideal for practicing sentences about preferences, schedules, and using frequency adverbs.
Grammar Focus
Present Simple for Routines and Desires
- Use the present simple to describe habits, routines, and desires.
- Example: "Richard wants to see his girlfriend every day."
Verbs of Desire: Want, Need, Like
- Practice using verbs that express desires or preferences.
- Example: "He likes spending time with her."
Frequency Adverbs (Always, Usually, Often, Sometimes, Rarely, Never)
- Use adverbs to indicate how often Richard wants to see his girlfriend.
- Example: "He always wants to see her after work."
Vocabulary
| Word/Phrase | Definition | Example Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| Girlfriend | A female partner in a romantic relationship | "Richard and his girlfriend are very close." |
| Routine | A regular, repeated way of doing things | "Seeing her has become part of his routine." |
| Bond | A close connection with someone | "They have a strong bond." |
| Spend time | To do activities with someone | "He loves spending time with her." |
| Affection | Feelings of love or fondness | "He shows his affection by seeing her daily." |
| Relationship | A connection between two people | "Their relationship is important to him." |
| Close | Having a strong personal connection | "They are very close to each other." |
| Miss | To feel sad about someone’s absence | "When he doesn’t see her, he misses her." |
| Schedule | A plan of activities for a particular time | "He tries to fit her into his daily schedule." |
| Together | In each other’s company | "They enjoy spending time together." |
Useful Expressions
| Expression | Meaning |
|---|---|
| "He can’t get enough of her." | He wants to spend a lot of time with her. |
| "They’re inseparable." | They are almost always together. |
| "He misses her when they’re apart." | He feels sad when they’re not together. |
| "They’re very close." | They have a strong, affectionate relationship. |
| "He makes time for her every day." | He prioritizes seeing her each day. |
| "She’s a big part of his life." | She is very important to him. |
| "They have a daily routine." | They have a regular schedule of spending time together. |
| "He wants to be with her constantly." | He wants to be in her company as much as possible. |
| "They have a strong bond." | They are very emotionally connected. |
| "They share everything." | They communicate openly and share their lives. |
Sentences
- Richard wants to see his girlfriend every day because he enjoys her company.
- They are inseparable and spend almost every moment together.
- Even after a busy day, Richard makes time to see her.
- His girlfriend is a big part of his daily routine.
- He can’t get enough of her and misses her when they’re apart.
- They enjoy doing simple things like going for a walk or having dinner together.
- Richard feels that their bond grows stronger the more time they spend together.
- He likes seeing her after work, as it makes his day better.
- Being together every day has become an important part of his life.
- His friends joke that he can’t go a day without seeing her.
Questions and Answers
Q: Why does Richard want to see his girlfriend every day?
A: He wants to see her every day because he enjoys her company.Q: How does Richard feel when he doesn’t see his girlfriend?
A: He misses her when they’re apart.Q: What do they like to do together?
A: They enjoy doing simple things like going for a walk or having dinner together.Q: Does Richard prioritize seeing his girlfriend?
A: Yes, he makes time for her every day.Q: What kind of relationship do they have?
A: They have a close relationship and a strong bond.
Conversation
Mark: Hey, Richard! Are you free this evening?
Richard: Not tonight, I’m going to see my girlfriend.
Mark: You see her every day, don’t you?
Richard: Yeah, I do. I just really enjoy spending time with her.
Mark: That’s great! You guys must be really close.
Richard: We are. We just have a lot of fun together, even if we’re just having dinner or going for a walk.
Mark: It’s nice to have someone like that. You’re lucky.
Richard: Thanks! I feel that way too.
Reading Passage
Richard and his girlfriend have a close relationship, and they like spending as much time together as possible. For Richard, seeing her every day has become part of his routine. He enjoys even the small, simple moments with her, like grabbing a coffee or going for a walk. Whenever they’re apart, he misses her and looks forward to their next meeting. They have built a strong bond, and their time together is a big part of Richard’s life. His friends joke about how inseparable they are, but Richard feels lucky to have such a wonderful connection with his girlfriend. Spending time together every day helps strengthen their relationship and brings them closer.
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