This topic explores expressing opinions about jobs, focusing on when someone dislikes their job. Students will learn how to describe reasons for dissatisfaction, use negative structures, and discuss emotions related to work. This lesson includes vocabulary for workplace feelings, grammar structures for negative sentences, and examples to build confidence in sharing opinions about jobs.
GRAMMAR
1. Negative Sentences with don’t/doesn’t
Used to describe actions or situations that are not true or do not happen.
- Structure:
- Subject + don’t/doesn’t + base verb
- Examples:
- Llez doesn’t like her job.
- They don’t work on weekends.
- He doesn’t want to stay at this company.
2. Expressing Reasons with because
Used to explain why someone feels a certain way.
- Structure:
- Subject + verb + because + reason
- Examples:
- She doesn’t like her job because it’s stressful.
- I don’t enjoy my job because it’s boring.
3. Present Simple for General Facts or Feelings
Used to describe things that are always true or current feelings.
- Examples:
- She feels tired every day after work.
- They always argue with their manager.
VOCABULARY
Stressful: Making you feel worried or nervous.
Example: Her job is very stressful.Boring: Not interesting or exciting.
Example: My job is boring, and I want to leave.Overworked: Having too much work to do.
Example: Llez feels overworked at her job.Underpaid: Not earning enough money for the work done.
Example: Many people feel underpaid.Tedious: Long, slow, and boring.
Example: Filing papers all day is tedious.Demanding: Requiring a lot of effort and attention.
Example: Being a nurse is a demanding job.Unpleasant: Not enjoyable or nice.
Example: The work environment is unpleasant.Colleague: A person you work with.
Example: My colleagues are friendly, but I don’t like the job.Commute: The journey to and from work.
Example: Her long commute is exhausting.Motivation: The reason for doing something.
Example: She has no motivation to stay in her job.
USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
- I don’t like my job because…
- My work is very stressful.
- She doesn’t enjoy her job.
- He feels tired all the time.
- The job is too demanding.
- I’m thinking about quitting.
- She wants to find a better job.
- The environment is not good.
SENTENCES
Positive Sentences
- Llez works as a cashier.
- She has a stable job.
- Her manager is very supportive.
Negative Sentences
- Llez doesn’t like her job.
- She doesn’t feel happy at work.
- Her colleagues don’t treat her well.
Questions and Answers
Q: Does Llez like her job?
A: No, she doesn’t like it.Q: Why doesn’t she like her job?
A: Because it’s stressful and boring.Q: Does she plan to find a new job?
A: Yes, she’s looking for better opportunities.
CONVERSATION
Situation: Llez is talking to her friend Emma about her job.
Emma: Hi, Llez! How’s your job going?
Llez: Honestly, I don’t like it.
Emma: Oh no! Why not?
Llez: It’s very stressful, and I feel overworked.
Emma: That sounds tough. Have you talked to your manager?
Llez: Yes, but nothing has changed.
Emma: Maybe you can look for a new job.
Llez: I’m already searching. I hope to find something better soon.
READING
Llez’s Job Problems
Llez works as a cashier at a supermarket. She doesn’t like her job because it’s very stressful and repetitive. Every day, she stands for long hours and deals with customers who sometimes complain. Llez feels tired and unmotivated at the end of the day.
Her manager doesn’t support her when there are problems, and her colleagues are not friendly. Llez wants to leave her job, but she hasn’t found a new one yet. She’s looking for something less stressful where she can feel happy and appreciated.
Questions
What is Llez’s job?
Answer: She is a cashier at a supermarket.Why doesn’t Llez like her job?
Answer: Because it’s stressful and repetitive.How does she feel at the end of the day?
Answer: She feels tired and unmotivated.What does she want to do?
Answer: She wants to leave her job.What kind of job is she looking for?
Answer: Something less stressful and more enjoyable.
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