MY BROTHER IS HANDSOME

 The phrase "My brother is handsome" is used to describe a male sibling who is attractive. In this topic, students will practice describing family members and using adjectives to talk about physical appearance. Descriptive language is essential for everyday conversations and for expressing opinions about people.

This lesson focuses on the present simple tense with the verb "to be", singular subjects, and the use of adjectives.

Example Uses:

• My brother is handsome and tall.
• Handsome men are often complimented.

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GRAMMAR

Using the Verb "To Be" to Describe Appearance

We use the verb "to be" with adjectives to describe people’s physical appearance.

Structure:

• Subject + is + adjective.

Examples:

• My brother is handsome.
• He is tall and athletic.
• Your brother is very smart.

Negative Form:

• Subject + is not (isn’t) + adjective.

Examples:

• My brother isn’t handsome; he is cute.
• He isn’t very tall.

Questions:

• Is + subject + adjective?

Examples:

• Is your brother handsome?
• Is he tall?

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VOCABULARY

1. Brother: A male sibling. (Example: My brother is younger than me.)
2. Handsome: Attractive, usually used for men. (Example: He is a handsome young man.)
3. Tall: Having a greater than average height. (Example: My brother is very tall.)
4. Short: Having less than average height. (Example: He isn’t short; he’s average height.)
5. Friendly: Kind and pleasant to others. (Example: My brother is friendly to everyone.)
6. Smart: Intelligent or clever. (Example: He is very smart and good at math.)
7. Athletic: Physically active and strong. (Example: My brother is athletic and loves sports.)
8. Kind: Caring and considerate of others. (Example: He is kind to everyone he meets.)
9. Strong: Having a lot of physical strength. (Example: My brother is strong because he exercises a lot.)
10. Funny: Making people laugh. (Example: My brother is very funny and tells great jokes.)

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USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

• My brother is very handsome.
• He is not only handsome but also smart.
• Is your brother as handsome as mine?
• People often say my brother is good-looking.
• He has a friendly personality.

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SENTENCES

Positive Sentences

1. My brother is handsome and kind.
2. He is tall and athletic.
3. Your brother is really funny and friendly.

Negative Sentences

1. My brother isn’t tall, but he is handsome.
2. He isn’t athletic, but he’s very smart.
3. Your brother isn’t shy; he is very outgoing.

Questions

1. Is your brother handsome?
2. Is he taller than you?
3. Who is more athletic, you or your brother?

Answers

1. Yes, my brother is handsome.
2. No, he isn’t taller than me.
3. My brother is more athletic than I am.

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CONVERSATION

Lisa: Do you have any siblings?
Anna: Yes, I have a brother.
Lisa: What’s he like?
Anna: My brother is handsome and very friendly.
Lisa: That’s nice! Is he older or younger than you?
Anna: He’s younger than me, but he’s taller!
Lisa: Sounds like you have a great brother.

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READING

"My Handsome Brother"

I have a younger brother named David. He is 18 years old, and everyone says he is very handsome. David has short, dark brown hair and bright blue eyes. He is tall and athletic because he plays basketball for his school team. Many of his friends admire him not only for his looks but also for his kind personality.

David loves making people laugh, and he tells the funniest jokes. When we go to family gatherings, everyone enjoys his company. He is also very smart and gets excellent grades in school. Even though he is handsome, he is humble and always treats others with respect.

I am proud to have David as my brother. He is not just handsome but also a wonderful person.

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Questions and Answers

1. Q: How old is David?
   A: David is 18 years old.

2. Q: What color are David’s eyes?
   A: David has bright blue eyes.

3. Q: What sport does David play?
   A: David plays basketball.

4. Q: What do people admire about David?
   A: People admire his looks and his kind personality.

5. Q: Is David proud or humble?
   A: David is humble.