In this topic, students will explore the ways to express hunger and talk about food preferences, cravings, and meal plans. The lesson will focus on useful vocabulary related to food and eating habits. Students will practice using the present simple and present continuous tenses to talk about being hungry and what they want to eat.
Grammar: Present Simple vs. Present Continuous
- Present Simple is used to talk about general habits or facts.
- Example: "I eat lunch at 1 p.m. every day."
- Present Continuous is used to describe actions happening right now.
- Example: "I’m eating a sandwich right now."
Vocabulary:
- Hungry – feeling the need to eat
- Appetite – the desire for food
- Craving – a strong desire for a specific type of food
- Snack – a small amount of food eaten between meals
- Meal – the food eaten at regular times of the day (e.g., breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Bite – a small amount of food
- Full – having eaten enough food
- Starving – extremely hungry
- Order – to request food at a restaurant
- Taste – the flavor of food
Useful Expressions:
- "I’m really hungry right now."
- "I have a big appetite today."
- "I’m craving pizza!"
- "Let’s grab a quick snack before we go."
- "Are you hungry? We can order something to eat."
- "I’m starving! When is lunch?"
- "I don’t feel hungry yet."
- "What do you feel like eating?"
- "I’m full; I can’t eat anymore."
- "This tastes amazing!"
Sentences:
- I’m hungry; let’s go eat something.
- She’s craving chocolate after lunch.
- We are ordering a pizza for dinner.
- I always have a snack in the afternoon.
- He’s not very hungry right now.
- I’m starving! Let’s order some food.
- They’re making pasta for dinner tonight.
- Are you full, or do you want more to eat?
- I usually eat breakfast at 8 a.m.
- The food tastes delicious; I want another bite!
Questions and Answers:
Q: Are you hungry?
A: Yes, I’m starving! Let’s eat.Q: What are you craving right now?
A: I’m really craving a burger.Q: What time do you usually have dinner?
A: I usually eat dinner at 7 p.m.Q: Do you want a snack?
A: Yes, I’d love some chips.Q: What did you have for lunch today?
A: I had a salad and a sandwich.
Conversation:
Mia: Hey, are you hungry?
Tom: Yes, I’m starving! What about you?
Mia: Me too! I haven’t eaten anything since breakfast.
Tom: What do you feel like eating?
Mia: I’m really craving something cheesy. How about pizza?
Tom: That sounds perfect! Let’s order some.
Mia: Do you know any good pizza places around here?
Tom: Yeah, there’s a great one nearby. I’ll place the order now.
Mia: Awesome! I can’t wait to eat.
Reading:
Feeling Hungry? Here’s What You Can Do
When you’re hungry, it’s important to eat something healthy and satisfying. Hunger is your body’s way of telling you that it needs energy. If you ignore your hunger, you may feel tired or irritable. A good way to manage hunger is to eat small, nutritious meals throughout the day. Snacks like fruit, nuts, or yogurt can help keep your energy levels up.
Sometimes, you may have cravings, which are strong desires for specific foods. It’s okay to enjoy your favorite treats in moderation. But remember, eating balanced meals that include vegetables, proteins, and healthy fats is important for staying full and satisfied.
Whether you’re preparing a meal at home or ordering food from a restaurant, always listen to your body. Eat when you’re hungry, and stop when you feel full. And most importantly, enjoy every bite!
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