I HAVE TO GO TO THE NAIL SALON

 Many people like to go to the nail salon to take care of their hands and feet. At a nail salon, you can get a manicure or a pedicure. Some people go once a week, while others go once a month. It is a place to relax and feel good. People say, “I have to go to the nail salon” when they need to get their nails done. For example:

• I have to go to the nail salon on Saturday.

• She has to go to the nail salon before the wedding.

This sentence uses the modal verb have to, which means something is necessary.

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GRAMMAR

Have to + base verb (obligation)

• I have to go to the nail salon.

• She has to make an appointment.

• We don’t have to go today.

• Do you have to go now?

Examples:

• He has to wait for his turn.

• They don’t have to bring nail polish.

• Do I have to book online?

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VOCABULARY

1. Nail salon – A place where people go to get manicures and pedicures.

2. Manicure – A beauty treatment for hands and fingernails.

3. Pedicure – A beauty treatment for feet and toenails.

4. Appointment – A time you choose to go somewhere for a service.

5. Relax – To feel calm and comfortable.

6. Polish – A colored liquid used to paint nails.

7. Cuticle – The skin at the base of your fingernails.

8. Massage – Rubbing the body to relax muscles.

9. Gel nails – A type of nail polish that lasts longer.

10. Nail file – A tool to shape the edges of nails.

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USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

• I have to go to the nail salon.

• Can I make an appointment?

• I want a manicure and a pedicure.

• How much does it cost?

• Do you have time today?

• I love your nails!

• Just a trim, please.

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SENTENCES

Positive:

• I have to go to the nail salon today.

• She has to get her nails done.

Negative:

• I don’t have to go now.

• He doesn’t have to make an appointment.

Questions:

• Do you have to go to the nail salon?

• Does she have to wait?

Answers:

• Yes, I have to go now.

• No, she doesn’t have to go today.

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LONG CONVERSATION

Anna: Hey Lisa! What are you doing this afternoon?

Lisa: I have to go to the nail salon. My nails look terrible!

Anna: Oh no! Do you have an appointment?

Lisa: Yes, at 3:00 PM. I’m getting a manicure and a pedicure.

Anna: That sounds so relaxing. Which salon do you go to?

Lisa: I go to Fancy Nails on Main Street.

Anna: Nice! How much does it cost?

Lisa: It’s $25 for a manicure and $30 for a pedicure.

Anna: Not bad! I think I need to go too. Can I come with you?

Lisa: Sure! Call them now and ask if they have space.

Anna: Okay! Let’s have a spa afternoon!

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LONG READING

Many people enjoy going to nail salons to relax and take care of their hands and feet. A nail salon is a place where you can get services like a manicure or pedicure. These treatments help you look clean and feel good. In some cities, nail salons are very popular. People go before a party, a wedding, or a holiday. Some people go once a week, and others go once a month. It is important to make an appointment, especially on weekends. Most salons offer different types of nail polish, including gel nails, which last longer. Some even offer hand massages. It is a good place to rest and enjoy a little self-care.

Questions:

1. What do people do at nail salons?

2. When do people go to the nail salon?

3. What kind of nail polish lasts longer?

4. Why is it good to make an appointment?

Answers:

1. They get manicures and pedicures.

2. Before a party, wedding, or holiday.

3. Gel nails.

4. Because it’s busy, especially on weekends.