Many people have a lucky number. They use it in many situations: when choosing a seat, playing the lottery, or picking a date. Sometimes, they choose that number on purpose because they believe it brings good luck. Other people choose numbers randomly. In this topic, you’ll learn how to talk about choices, preferences, routines, and personal beliefs using simple English grammar structures.
You will also explore how to express intention (on purpose), how to use comparatives (more likely), and how to build sentences in present, past, and future. This topic is perfect for practicing frequency adverbs, modals, and prepositions.
Examples:
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I always choose the number 7 because it’s lucky.
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She didn’t choose it on purpose, but it was her lucky number!
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I’m going to choose number 3 next time.
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Are you more likely to pick a special number or a random one?
🧠 GRAMMAR
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Present Simple
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I usually choose number 8.
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He doesn’t believe in lucky numbers.
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Do you choose a number on purpose?
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Present Continuous
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I’m thinking about choosing number 11.
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She’s looking for her lucky number.
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Past Simple
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I chose number 5 last time.
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He picked a lucky number and won!
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Future with Will / Going to
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I will choose 9 tomorrow.
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We are going to play with our lucky numbers.
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Modal Verbs
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You can choose any number you like.
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You shouldn’t choose only one number.
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You must not forget to check your ticket.
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Comparatives and Superlatives
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He is more likely to win with his lucky number.
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That was the luckiest number I ever picked.
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Adverbs of Frequency
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I always choose my birth date.
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They rarely use random numbers.
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Prepositions
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I chose this number for my ticket.
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She picked a number from her phone number.
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📚 VOCABULARY (10 Words with Definitions)
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Likely | Probably going to happen |
| Purpose | A reason for doing something |
| Pick | To choose something |
| Random | Without a specific reason or order |
| Pattern | A repeated design or behavior |
| Number | A symbol used in counting |
| Belief | An idea you think is true |
| Choose | To select something from options |
| Chance | The possibility of something happening |
| Tradition | A custom or habit followed regularly |
💬 USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
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I choose this number on purpose.
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It’s my lucky number.
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I always go with the same number.
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What are the chances?
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Numbers can bring good luck.
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Some people pick random numbers.
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There’s a reason I chose that one.
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I didn’t choose it on purpose.
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This number feels lucky today.
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Do you have a favorite number?
✏️ SENTENCES
Positive:
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I always pick number 7.
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She is more likely to choose 12 on purpose.
Negative:
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He doesn’t believe in lucky numbers.
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I didn’t choose that number on purpose.
Questions:
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Do you have a lucky number?
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Are you more likely to choose a number on purpose or by chance?
Answers:
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Yes, I choose number 3 because it’s special for me.
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No, I usually pick numbers randomly.
🗣️ LONG CONVERSATION
Julia: Hey Daniel, what number did you choose for the lottery ticket?
Daniel: I picked 14. It’s my lucky number!
Julia: Really? Why 14?
Daniel: My birthday is on the 14th, and I always win small things with it.
Julia: That’s cool. I just chose my numbers randomly.
Daniel: You didn’t choose a lucky number on purpose?
Julia: No, I’m not very superstitious.
Daniel: I am! I even wear my lucky shirt when I play.
Julia: Are you going to choose 14 again next week?
Daniel: Of course! I’m more likely to win with it. At least, I feel lucky.
Julia: Maybe I should choose a number with meaning too.
Daniel: Try it! You never know.
📖 LONG READING
Title: Luis and the Power of Number 22
Luis never cared about lucky numbers until one day, something strange happened. He bought a lottery ticket and chose number 22, not on purpose. It was just the only one left. That night, he won a small prize. After that, he started choosing 22 every time.
He wore a soccer jersey with the number 22. He used it as a password (but only for fun). He even noticed that good things often happened to him on the 22nd of the month.
His friends laughed at first, but then they started noticing the pattern too. Now, Luis always picks number 22 on purpose, because it makes him feel positive and confident.
Questions:
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Did Luis choose number 22 on purpose at first?
→ No, it was by chance. -
What happened when he chose number 22?
→ He won a small prize. -
What did he do after that?
→ He kept using number 22 on purpose. -
Do his friends believe in lucky numbers?
→ At first no, but later they saw a pattern. -
Why does Luis choose 22 now?
→ It makes him feel positive and confident.
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