In this lesson, we will focus on discussing and identifying "today's day," including how to ask about the date, day of the week, and any specific details related to the current day. We’ll cover common expressions and vocabulary related to time, dates, and schedules, and how to communicate about what is happening today.
Description:
"Today's day" refers to the current day and can include information about the date, the day of the week, and what is planned for the day. This topic is useful for daily conversations, making appointments, or simply discussing plans. Understanding how to talk about today, ask for the date, and mention daily events is essential for managing schedules and interacting with others.
Grammar Focus: Present Simple and Questions about Today
Present Simple for Regular and Daily Actions:
- Example: "What’s today’s day?"
- The present simple is used to describe daily routines or facts about the current day.
Wh- Questions to Ask About the Day:
- What day is it today?
- What’s today’s date?
- What are your plans for today?
- What’s happening today?
Prepositions of Time:
- On for days of the week:
- Example: "Today is Monday. We have a meeting on Monday."
- In for months and years:
- Example: "Today is October 11. My birthday is in October."
- On for days of the week:
Vocabulary:
- Today: The current day.
- Day: A 24-hour period, usually measured from midnight to midnight.
- Date: A specific day of the month and year.
- Weekday: Any day from Monday to Friday.
- Weekend: Saturday and Sunday, the days most people have off from work or school.
- Month: One of the 12 divisions of the year.
- Year: A period of 12 months, usually starting from January 1.
- Schedule: A plan of activities or events.
- Event: Something important happening on a particular day.
- Holiday: A day of celebration or rest from work, often fixed by law.
Useful Expressions:
- "What’s today’s date?"
- "Today is Monday, October 11."
- "Do you have any plans for today?"
- "What’s happening today at school/work?"
- "Let’s check today’s schedule."
- "I have a busy day today."
- "Today is a public holiday."
Sentences:
- "Today is Friday, so I’m looking forward to the weekend."
- "I have an important meeting today at 2 p.m."
- "What’s today’s date? I need to write it down."
- "Today is a special day—it’s my birthday!"
- "I don’t have anything planned for today. It’s a quiet day."
Questions and Answers:
- Q: What day is it today?
- A: Today is Wednesday.
- Q: What’s today’s date?
- A: Today is October 11, 2024.
- Q: Do you have any plans for today?
- A: Yes, I have a meeting at 3 p.m. and dinner with friends.
- Q: What’s happening today at work?
- A: We have a team meeting in the morning and a project review in the afternoon.
- Q: Is today a holiday?
- A: No, it’s not. It’s a regular workday.
Conversation:
Emma: Hey, what’s today’s date?
Jake: It’s October 11th. Why, do you have something planned?
Emma: Oh yes, I have a dentist appointment today at 4 p.m.
Jake: I see. Are you free after your appointment?
Emma: Yes, I should be free by 5 p.m. Do you want to meet for coffee?
Jake: Sure! Let’s meet at the café around 5:30 p.m. then.
Emma: Perfect. See you later!
Reading: "The Importance of Keeping Track of Today's Date"
Knowing today’s day and date is essential for staying organized and on time. Whether you're managing work, school, or personal commitments, understanding what is scheduled for today helps keep your day running smoothly. Simple questions like "What’s today’s date?" or "What’s happening today?" are commonly used to check details about appointments, meetings, or events.
People often begin their day by looking at the calendar or checking their schedule. This helps them prepare for the day ahead, whether it’s an important meeting at work or a social event. Knowing what day it is also helps us make plans for the future. For example, if today is Friday, you might make weekend plans, or if today is Monday, you might prepare for the workweek ahead.
In many cultures, certain days are considered special or holidays, and knowing when these days occur is important for celebrating or planning time off. For example, public holidays like Christmas or New Year’s Day are significant and are planned around well in advance.
Being aware of today’s day and date also helps in setting reminders and deadlines. If today is October 11, and your project is due on October 15, knowing the date helps you stay on track and manage your time effectively. So, it’s always a good habit to check today’s day and date each morning to stay prepared and organized!
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