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Conversational / EVERYDAY ENGLISH
Lesson 38
Tips for Better Sleep
Learning Objectives
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:
1. Discuss strategies to improve sleep quality.
2. Use health and sleep-related vocabulary in context.
3. Share personal sleep habits and give advice for better rest.
Exercise 1
Vocabulary
Direction: Listen and repeat after your teacher
noun
Bedtime
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/ˈbɛdˌtaɪm/
Meaning:
The usual time when a person goes to bed
- I try to keep a consistent bedtime to sleep better.
Real Life Tip:
Americans often try to stick to a regular bedtime to maintain health.
noun
Caffeine
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/ˈkæf.iːn/
Meaning:
A stimulant found in coffee, tea, and energy drinks that can affect sleep
- Avoid caffeine in the evening to sleep better.
Real Life Tip:
Many Americans drink coffee in the morning, but drinking it late can disrupt sleep.
Wind down
phrasal verb
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/waɪnd daʊn/
Meaning:
To gradually relax before going to sleep
- I like to wind down by reading a book before bed.
Real Life Tip:
Americans often use this phrase in evening routines.
Cut out
phrasal verb
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/kʌt aʊt/
Meaning:
To stop doing or remove something, often for health reasons
- I try to cut out caffeine after 3 p.m.
Real Life Tip:
Cutting out” bad habits is a common phrase in health advice in the U.S.
Exercise 2
Conversation
Direction: First, read the conversation aloud. Then, practice by role-playing it with your tutor.
Situation: Two friends are talking about ways to sleep better.
I’ve been having trouble sleeping lately. Do you have any tips?
Sarah
Yes! I try to keep a regular bedtime and avoid screens an hour before sleep.
Ben
That’s good. I sometimes drink coffee too late.
Sarah
You should cut out caffeine in the afternoon. It really helps.
Ben
I also find it hard to relax after work.
Sarah
Try to wind down with some music or reading before bed.
Ben
I’ll try that tonight. How long should I avoid screens?
Sarah
At least one hour before bedtime, it really improves sleep quality.
Ben
Exercise 2.1
Questions.
1. What does Ben suggest to improve sleep quality?
2. Why should Sarah cut out caffeine in the afternoon?
3. How long should you avoid screens before bedtime?
Exercise 3
Practice Time
Direction: Complete the exercise by choosing the correct answer.
1. I usually ______ (keep / keeps / keeping) a regular bedtime.
2. Ben ______ (suggest / suggests / suggesting) listening to music before sleep.
3. You should ______ (cut / cuts / cutting) out caffeine in the afternoon.
4. I like to ______ (wind / winds / winding) down with a book.
5. Avoiding screens ______ (help / helps / helping) improve sleep quality.
Exercise 4
Ask Your Tutor
Direction: Ask your tutor these questions. Listen carefully and learn
1. What are the best tips to wind down before bedtime?
2. How much caffeine is safe to drink during the day?
3. Can using screens before bed affect sleep quality? How?
Exercise 5
Discussion
Direction: Use the new words and expression you learnt in this lesson to have a conversation with your tutor.
1. What time is your usual bedtime?
2. Do you drink caffeine in the afternoon or evening?
3. How do you usually relax after a long day?
4. Do you have a routine to wind down before sleep?
5. Have you ever tried to cut out a habit to sleep better?
6. How long do you avoid screens before bed?
7. Do you think napping affects your nighttime sleep?
8. What is your ideal amount of sleep each night?
9. Do you feel more productive after a good night’s sleep?
10. Have you tried meditation or reading to improve sleep quality?
