DESCRIBE A PERSON'S APPEARANCE

 Describing a person’s appearance is an essential skill in everyday communication. This lesson focuses on how to describe someone's physical traits, such as height, hair, eyes, and other features. Students will learn key vocabulary, grammar structures, and useful expressions to talk about a person's looks confidently and effectively. The topic is tailored to A1 and A2 levels, keeping it simple and engaging for beginners.

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GRAMMAR

Using "To Be" and "To Have" for Descriptions

• To Be is used for general characteristics (height, age, weight).
  Structure: Subject + to be + adjective.
  Examples:

  • He is tall and slim.
  • She is beautiful.

• To Have is used for features (hair, eyes, etc.).
  Structure: Subject + have/has + noun.
  Examples:

  • He has curly hair.
  • She has blue eyes.

Adjectives Order in Descriptions

1. Opinion: pretty, handsome
2. Size: short, tall
3. Age: young, old
4. Shape: slim, round
5. Color: blue, black
6. Material: woolen, leather (for accessories)

Examples:

• She has beautiful, long, black hair.
• He is a tall, young man.

Questions about Appearance

• What does he/she look like?
  (He has short, brown hair and green eyes.)
• How tall is he/she?
  (She is very tall.)
• Does he/she have any unique features?
  (Yes, he has a beard.)

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VOCABULARY

1. Tall: Having a great height. (Example: He is tall and athletic.)
2. Short: Not tall. (Example: She is short but strong.)
3. Slim: Thin in an attractive way. (Example: She is slim and elegant.)
4. Chubby: Slightly overweight in a cute way. (Example: The baby is chubby and adorable.)
5. Curly: Hair with curls. (Example: She has curly, brown hair.)
6. Straight: Hair without curls or waves. (Example: He has straight, black hair.)
7. Freckles: Small spots on the skin. (Example: She has freckles on her cheeks.)
8. Beard: Hair on a man’s face. (Example: He has a thick beard.)
9. Blonde: Light-colored hair. (Example: She has blonde hair.)
10. Glasses: Eyewear to help see. (Example: He wears glasses to read.)

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USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

• He is tall and has brown eyes.
• She has long, curly hair and a bright smile.
• He looks athletic and strong.
• She is wearing glasses and a red dress.
• He has a beard and a mustache.

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SENTENCES

Positive Sentences

1. She is tall and slim.
2. He has short, black hair and brown eyes.
3. They look happy and friendly.

Negative Sentences

1. He is not very tall.
2. She doesn’t have straight hair; it’s curly.
3. They are not chubby; they are slim.

Questions

1. What does she look like?
2. Does he have a mustache?
3. Is she wearing glasses?

Answers

1. She has long, blonde hair and blue eyes.
2. Yes, he has a thick mustache.
3. No, she isn’t wearing glasses.

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CONVERSATION

Anna: Hi, have you seen the new teacher?
Liam: Yes! What does she look like?
Anna: She is tall and has long, straight, blonde hair.
Liam: Does she wear glasses?
Anna: No, but she has a friendly smile and freckles.
Liam: Sounds nice! I’ll meet her in class tomorrow.

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READING

"My Best Friend’s Appearance"

My best friend’s name is Lisa, and she is beautiful. Lisa is tall and slim, with long, curly, black hair. She has big, brown eyes that shine brightly when she smiles. Lisa has a fair complexion and freckles on her cheeks.

Lisa loves to dress fashionably. She often wears colorful dresses and stylish accessories. She also wears glasses when she reads. People always say Lisa is very friendly and approachable because of her warm smile.

I admire Lisa’s personality as much as her appearance. She is confident, kind, and always ready to help others. I’m lucky to have a best friend like her!

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Questions and Answers

1. Q: What does Lisa’s hair look like?
   A: She has long, curly, black hair.

2. Q: What color are Lisa’s eyes?
   A: Her eyes are brown.

3. Q: What does Lisa wear when she reads?
   A: She wears glasses.

4. Q: Why do people think Lisa is friendly?
   A: Because she has a warm smile.