This topic introduces learners to vocabulary and expressions related to describing large houses. Students will practice comparative structures, the use of adjectives for size, and sentences with "have" and "there is/are" to talk about homes.
Grammar Focus
Adjectives for Size and Features
- They have a very big house.
- The living room is enormous.
Comparatives
- Their house is bigger than ours.
- A big house is more spacious than a small one.
There is/There are
- There are five bedrooms in their house.
- There is a swimming pool in the backyard.
Possessive Structures
- They have a three-story house.
- The house has a large garden.
Vocabulary
| Word/Phrase | Definition | Example Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| Mansion | A large, luxurious house | "They live in a beautiful mansion." |
| Spacious | Having a lot of space | "The living room is very spacious." |
| Backyard | An outdoor area behind a house | "Their backyard has a swimming pool." |
| Balcony | A platform outside an upper floor | "There are two balconies in their house." |
| Hallway | A long passage in a building | "The hallway is wide and bright." |
| Garage | A building for parking vehicles | "They have a three-car garage." |
| Ceiling | The upper interior surface of a room | "The ceilings in their house are very high." |
| Fireplace | A structure for a fire in a room | "The house has a fireplace in the living room." |
| Guest room | A room for visitors | "There is a guest room on the second floor." |
| Walk-in closet | A large closet you can walk into | "Their bedroom has a walk-in closet." |
Useful Expressions
| Expression | Meaning |
|---|---|
| "Their house is huge!" | Emphasizing the large size of a house. |
| "There’s so much space inside." | Describing the spaciousness of a house. |
| "They have more rooms than they need." | Commenting on having many rooms. |
| "The backyard is perfect for parties." | Highlighting the advantages of a large outdoor area. |
| "This house has everything you could want." | Expressing admiration for a well-equipped house. |
| "It feels like a palace." | Comparing a house to a luxurious palace. |
| "They must spend a lot on maintenance." | Noting the cost of upkeep for a large house. |
| "I’d love to live in a house like that." | Expressing a desire to have a similar house. |
Sentences
- They have a very big house with five bedrooms and four bathrooms.
- The house has a swimming pool and a large garden.
- There is a spacious living room with high ceilings.
- The kitchen is big enough to fit a dining table.
- Their house has two balconies with beautiful views.
- There are three floors and an attic in their house.
- They have a garage that fits four cars.
- The guest room is bigger than my entire apartment.
- Their dining room has a long table that seats twelve people.
- They have a home theater in the basement.
Questions and Answers
Q: How many rooms does their house have?
A: Their house has ten rooms, including bedrooms and living spaces.Q: What makes their house special?
A: It has a swimming pool, a large garden, and a home theater.Q: Do you like big houses? Why or why not?
A: I like big houses because they have more space and are comfortable.Q: What would you add to a big house?
A: I would add a gym or a library.Q: Would you prefer a big house or a small one?
A: I’d prefer a small house because it’s easier to maintain.
Conversation
Anna: I heard they have a very big house.
Tom: Yes, it’s enormous! They have six bedrooms and four bathrooms.
Anna: Wow! That’s amazing. Do they have a backyard?
Tom: Yes, it’s huge. There’s even a swimming pool and a garden.
Anna: I’d love to visit their house someday. It sounds incredible.
Tom: Me too. I heard the living room has a fireplace and really high ceilings.
Reading Passage
A House That Has It All
The Johnsons have one of the biggest houses in town. Their house has three floors, ten rooms, and a spacious backyard. On the first floor, there is a large living room with high ceilings and a fireplace. The kitchen is modern and big enough to host family gatherings.
The second floor has four bedrooms, including a guest room and a master bedroom with a walk-in closet. There is also a balcony that offers a beautiful view of the garden. The backyard is perfect for summer barbecues, with plenty of space for outdoor games and a swimming pool.
The Johnsons love their home because it is comfortable and ideal for entertaining guests. While it takes a lot of work to keep such a big house clean and organized, they wouldn’t trade it for anything.
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