HE'S AVERAGE HEIGHT AND WEIGHT

 Describing physical appearance is a common topic in conversations, especially when identifying or talking about someone. The phrase "He's average height and weight" is a simple way to describe a person who is not particularly tall, short, heavy, or thin. This topic focuses on how to describe physical characteristics like height, weight, hair, eyes, and other distinguishing features using straightforward language.

Learning to talk about appearances helps learners build vocabulary and confidence in describing themselves or others. This skill is useful in everyday conversations, social interactions, and even in formal situations like filling out forms or describing people to authorities.

Through this lesson, students will explore how to describe someone’s physical attributes accurately and politely, ask and answer questions about appearances, and use common expressions related to this topic.

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GRAMMAR

Using the Verb "To Be" for Descriptions

• Structure: Subject + be + adjective.
  • He is average height.
  • She is tall and slim.

Using "Have/Has" for Features

• Structure: Subject + have/has + noun.
  • She has brown hair.
  • He has green eyes.

Describing Height and Weight

• Adjectives for Height:
  • Tall, short, average height, medium height.
• Adjectives for Weight:
  • Thin, slim, average weight, heavy, chubby.

Comparatives and Superlatives

• He is taller than his brother.
• She is the shortest in her class.

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VOCABULARY

1. Height: The measurement of how tall someone is. (Example: He is average height.)
2. Weight: The measurement of how heavy someone is. (Example: She is average weight.)
3. Slim: Thin in an attractive way. (Example: She is slim and athletic.)
4. Chubby: Slightly overweight in a cute way. (Example: The baby is chubby.)
5. Curly: Having curls in the hair. (Example: He has curly hair.)
6. Straight: Hair without curls. (Example: She has straight hair.)
7. Beard: Hair on a man’s chin and cheeks. (Example: He has a beard.)
8. Freckles: Small brown spots on the skin. (Example: She has freckles on her face.)
9. Glasses: Lenses worn to improve vision. (Example: He wears glasses.)
10. Skin Tone: The color of someone’s skin. (Example: She has fair skin.)

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USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

• Describing Height and Weight:

  • He is tall and slim.
  • She is average height and weight.

• Describing Features:

  • He has short, black hair.
  • She has blue eyes and a fair complexion.

• Asking About Appearance:

  • What does he look like?
  • Can you describe her?

• Polite Comments:

  • He looks very friendly.
  • She has a lovely smile.

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SENTENCES

Positive:

1. He is average height and weight.
2. She has long, curly hair.
3. He is tall and muscular.

Negative:

1. He isn’t short.
2. She doesn’t have brown eyes.
3. He isn’t overweight.

Questions:

1. What does he look like?
2. Is she tall or short?
3. Does he have a beard?

Answers:

1. He is tall and thin.
2. She is average height with straight hair.
3. Yes, he has a beard.

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CONVERSATION

Anna: Hi, did you see the new teacher?
Ben: Yes, I did. What does he look like?
Anna: He’s average height and weight. He has short, brown hair and glasses.
Ben: Oh, I think I saw him in the staff room. Does he have a beard?
Anna: No, he doesn’t. He’s clean-shaven.
Ben: He seems nice. Did you talk to him?
Anna: Yes, I did. He’s very friendly!

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READING

"Meet Mark"

Mark is a 30-year-old engineer from Canada. He is average height, around 5'8", and has a medium build. Mark has short, dark brown hair and hazel eyes. He wears glasses, which he thinks make him look more professional.

Mark enjoys outdoor activities, so he spends a lot of time hiking and camping. Because of his active lifestyle, he is fit and healthy. He has a friendly smile and a warm personality, which makes it easy for him to make friends.

Mark’s best friend often jokes about how Mark always looks the same in every photo—neatly dressed, with his glasses and his signature short haircut. Mark says he prefers to keep things simple and comfortable.

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Questions and Answers

1. Q: What does Mark look like?
   A: Mark is average height, with a medium build, short dark brown hair, and hazel eyes.

2. Q: Does Mark wear glasses?
   A: Yes, he wears glasses.

3. Q: What activities does Mark enjoy?
   A: Mark enjoys hiking and camping.

4. Q: What is Mark’s personality like?
   A: He has a friendly smile and a warm personality.

5. Q: How does Mark prefer to dress?
   A: He prefers to keep things simple and comfortable.