WHAT DO YOU LIKE ABOUT SWIMMING?

In this lesson, we will talk about the sport of swimming and the different reasons why people like it. We will also learn how to describe what you like or dislike about an activity using the simple present tense.

Examples:

I like swimming because it's relaxing.
She likes swimming in the pool.
We swim every Saturday at the beach.

GRAMMAR: Simple Present + Likes and Dislikes

In English, we use the simple present tense to talk about things we like, dislike, or do regularly. To express liking something, we use the verb like. For disliking, we use don’t like or doesn’t like.

Structure:

Subject + like/likes + activity
Subject + don’t like/doesn’t like + activity

Examples:

I like swimming.
He likes swimming in the morning.
They don’t like swimming in cold water.
She doesn’t like swimming alone.

VOCABULARY

Swimming – the activity of moving through water using your arms and legs.
Pool – a large container of water where people swim.
Relaxing – making you feel calm and peaceful.
Exercise – physical activity that helps you stay healthy.
Water – the clear liquid that makes up lakes, rivers, and oceans.
Stroke – a movement of the arms and legs while swimming.
Beach – an area of sand next to the sea.
Poolside – the area around a swimming pool.
Dive – to jump into water headfirst.
Wetsuit – special clothing worn for swimming in cold water.

USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

I like swimming because...
I don’t like swimming in cold water.
What do you like about swimming?
Swimming is great for exercise.
Do you like swimming in the pool or at the beach?

SENTENCES

Positive:

I like swimming at the beach.
She enjoys swimming in the pool.

Negative:

I don’t like swimming in cold water.
He doesn’t like swimming alone.

Questions:

Do you like swimming in the morning?
What do you like about swimming?

Answers:

Yes, I like swimming in the morning. It’s peaceful.
I like swimming because it helps me relax.

CONVERSATION

Tom: Hi, Maria! Do you like swimming?

Maria: Yes, I love swimming! It’s very relaxing.

Tom: That’s great! What do you like about it?

Maria: I like swimming because it’s good exercise, and I feel calm afterward.

Tom: I agree! I enjoy swimming too. Do you swim in the pool or at the beach?

Maria: I like swimming in the pool, but I also enjoy swimming at the beach in summer.

Tom: That sounds fun. I prefer swimming in the pool. It's easier for me.

READING

Sophie loves swimming. She swims three times a week at the local pool. Her favorite part is diving into the water and swimming a few laps. She says swimming helps her relax after a busy day. Sophie also likes swimming in the sea during the summer because the water is warm and the waves are fun. But she doesn't like swimming when the water is too cold, so she always checks the temperature before going in.

Questions and Answers:

How often does Sophie swim?
- Sophie swims three times a week.
What does she like about swimming?
- She likes swimming because it helps her relax.
Does Sophie like swimming in the sea?
- Yes, she likes swimming in the sea during the summer.
Why doesn't she like swimming in cold water?
- She doesn’t like swimming when the water is too cold.

BREAKING

WHAT DO YOU LIKE ABOUT SWIMMING?