YOU HAVE A SORE THROAT / YOUR THROAT HURTS

 In this topic, we learn how to describe when someone has pain in their throat using two common phrases: “You have a sore throat” and “Your throat hurts.” Both mean that the person feels pain or discomfort when they swallow, speak, or breathe. We use these phrases to tell someone about their condition or when asking for help.

Examples:

• You have a sore throat, so you should drink warm tea.

• Your throat hurts because you talked too much.

• If your throat hurts, rest your voice and stay warm.

This topic helps you understand and describe throat pain in simple English.

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GRAMMAR

We use present simple to describe how someone feels now:

• You have a sore throat.

• Your throat hurts.

We use because or after to explain the reason:

• You have a sore throat because you shouted a lot.

• Your throat hurts after singing.

To ask questions, we use do:

• Do you have a sore throat?

• Does your throat hurt?

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VOCABULARY

1. Sore throat – Pain or discomfort in the throat.

2. Hurt – To feel pain.

3. Tea – A hot drink that helps the throat.

4. Honey – Sweet liquid that can soothe the throat.

5. Rest – To stop and relax.

6. Warm – Not cold; good for comfort.

7. Voice – The sound you make when you speak.

8. Cough – A sudden sound when you push air from your throat.

9. Medicine – Something you take to feel better.

10. Doctor – A person who helps you when you are sick.

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USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

• You have a sore throat.

• Your throat hurts when you swallow.

• You should drink warm tea.

• Can I help you?

• You need to rest your voice.

• Do you want some honey?

• Take this medicine.

• Do you feel better now?

• Please see a doctor if it gets worse.

• I hope you get well soon!

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SENTENCES

Positive:

• You have a sore throat today.

• Your throat hurts after the concert.

Negative:

• You don’t have a sore throat now.

• Your throat doesn’t hurt anymore.

Questions:

• Do you have a sore throat?

• Does your throat hurt when you speak?

Answers:

• Yes, I do. / No, I don’t.

• Yes, it does. / No, it doesn’t.

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LONG CONVERSATION

Anna: Hey, you don’t look well. Are you okay?

Sophie: No, I have a sore throat. My throat hurts when I swallow.

Anna: Oh no! Did you drink anything warm?

Sophie: Not yet. I was thinking of making some tea with honey.

Anna: That’s a good idea. You should also rest your voice.

Sophie: Yes, I will. I hope it gets better soon.

Anna: If it doesn’t, you should see a doctor.

Sophie: Thanks, Anna. I’ll try to rest and drink the tea now.

Anna: Feel better soon!

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LONG READING

Sophie woke up in the morning with a sore throat. Her throat hurt a lot, and she had trouble speaking. She decided to drink warm tea with honey and rest at home. Her friend Anna called to check on her. Anna told Sophie to rest her voice and see a doctor if she didn’t feel better. Sophie felt happy to have a caring friend. She spent the day resting, drinking warm tea, and watching movies. By the evening, her throat felt a little better.

Questions:

1. What happened to Sophie?
   Answer: She had a sore throat.

2. What did Sophie drink?
   Answer: Warm tea with honey.

3. Who called Sophie?
   Answer: Her friend Anna.

4. What advice did Anna give?
   Answer: Rest her voice and see a doctor if needed.

5. How did Sophie feel by the evening?
   Answer: A little better.