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Conversational / EVERYDAY ENGLISH
Lesson 47
Daily Routine at Work
Learning Objectives
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:
1. Describe your daily routine at work using everyday vocabulary.
2. Use phrasal verbs and simple present tense to talk about habits.
3. Ask and answer questions about colleagues’ routines and productivity.
Exercise 1
Vocabulary
Direction: Listen and repeat after your teacher
noun
Deadline
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/ˈded.laɪn/
Meaning:
The latest time by which a task must be finished
- I have a deadline for the project tomorrow.
Real Life Tip:
Americans often plan their work around deadlines and discuss them openly in meetings.
noun
Break time
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/breɪk taɪm/
Meaning:
A short period during the workday to rest
- We usually have a break time at 10:30 a.m.
Real Life Tip:
Coffee breaks or short breaks are common in American offices. brainstorming sessions.
Check in
phrasal verb
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/tʃek ɪn/
Meaning:
To report your status or arrival at work
- I check in with my manager every morning.
Real Life Tip:
Commonly used in American workplaces to stay updated on tasks and attendance.
Wrap up
phrasal verb
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/ræp ʌp/
Meaning:
Let’s wrap up this report before lunch.
- Often used in meetings or project discussions to indicate completion.
Real Life Tip:
Often used in meetings or project discussions to indicate completion.
Exercise 2
Conversation
Direction: First, read the conversation aloud. Then, practice by role-playing it with your tutor.
Situation: Two colleagues chat about their daily work routines during a coffee break in an American office.
Good morning! How’s your day starting?
Sarah
Good morning! I’m checking in with my manager first. How about you?
Tom
I have a few meetings in the morning, then I’ll wrap up my emails.
Sarah
Sounds busy! Don’t forget your break time at 10:30.
Tom
Thanks! What’s on your schedule today?
Sarah
I need to finish a project before the deadline tomorrow.
Tom
I see. Let’s meet later for lunch and talk more.
Sarah
Sure! I need a break anyway.
Tom
Exercise 2.1
Questions.
1. What does Tom do first in the morning?
2. When is break time mentioned in the conversation?
3. What task does Tom need to finish before tomorrow?
Exercise 3
Practice Time
Direction: Complete the exercise by choosing the correct answer.
1. I usually _____ (check / checks / checking) in with my manager at 9 a.m.
2. She _____ (wrap / wraps / wrapped) up the report before lunch.
3. We _____ (have / has / having) a meeting every Monday.
4. They _____ (take / takes / taking) a short break at 10:30.
5. He _____ (need / needs / needing) to finish the project today.
Exercise 4
Ask Your Tutor
Direction: Ask your tutor these questions. Listen carefully and learn
1. How do you organize your daily routine at work?
2. Which part of the day do you find most productive?
3. How do you manage tasks before a deadline?
Exercise 5
Discussion
Direction: Use the new words and expression you learnt in this lesson to have a conversation with your tutor.
1. What’s your typical workday like?
2. Do you prefer morning or afternoon meetings? Why?
3. How do you take breaks at work?
4. Do you check emails first thing in the morning?
5. What’s the hardest part of your daily routine?
6. How do you stay productive during long workdays?
7. Do you finish tasks before deadlines or at the last minute?
8. How often do you attend meetings?
9. Do you like to plan your day or work spontaneously?
10. How do you relax after a busy day at work?
