We often need to make appointments for services like the doctor, hairdresser, or dentist. We also make polite requests to ask someone to do something. Learning how to talk about appointments and requests helps us communicate clearly and respectfully in daily life.
Use the present simple for regular situations, the present continuous for plans in progress, the past simple for past actions, and the future (will/going to) for upcoming plans. Modal verbs like can, could, would, and should help us make polite requests.
📌 Examples:
I want to make an appointment for Friday.
She is calling the doctor now.
We went to the dentist last week.
He will meet the counselor tomorrow.
Could you help me with this form?
🖊️ GRAMMAR (with examples)
✅ Present Simple
I need an appointment.
She makes a request politely.
✅ Present Continuous
I am booking a haircut now.
They are meeting the teacher later.
✅ Past Simple
He called the dentist yesterday.
We rescheduled our appointment.
✅ Future (Will / Going to)
I will call the office this afternoon.
She is going to make a reservation.
✅ Modal Verbs
Can I speak to the receptionist?
Could you help me with this?
You should confirm the time.
Would you like to come with me?
✅ Prepositions
The appointment is on Friday.
She arrived at 3:00 p.m.
✅ Adverbs of Frequency
I usually call in the morning.
He rarely forgets his appointments.
📖 VOCABULARY (10 words with definition)
Appointment – A time set to meet someone, like a doctor or teacher.
Reservation – A booking at a restaurant or service.
Schedule – A plan for when things happen.
Available – Free or not busy.
Receptionist – A person who answers calls and helps schedule appointments.
Request – To ask politely for something.
Reschedule – To change the time of an appointment.
Confirm – To check that something is correct or final.
Busy – Not free; having many things to do.
Reminder – A note or message to help remember something.
📝 USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
I’d like to make an appointment.
Can I book a table for four?
Could you help me with this form?
What time is available?
We need to reschedule.
Would you confirm the time, please?
I have an appointment at 10 a.m.
Can I speak to the receptionist?
✅ SENTENCES
Positive:
I made an appointment yesterday.
She is confirming the schedule.
We will meet the dentist at noon.
They are going to make a reservation.
You can help me with this request.
Negative:
I don’t have an appointment today.
He isn’t booking anything now.
We didn’t call the office.
She won’t go to the salon.
You mustn’t forget your appointment.
Questions:
Do you need an appointment?
Are you calling the dentist now?
Did he schedule the meeting?
Will they confirm the reservation?
Can I ask you for help?
Answers:
Yes, I do.
No, I’m not.
Yes, he did.
No, they won’t.
Of course, you can!
💬 CONVERSATION
Anna: Hello, I’d like to make an appointment for a haircut on Friday.
Receptionist: Sure! What time works for you?
Anna: In the afternoon, around 2 p.m.
Receptionist: We have 2:00 p.m. available. Shall I book it?
Anna: Yes, please.
Receptionist: All set. See you on Friday!
Anna: Thank you!
📖 READING
"A Helpful Reminder"
Mark usually goes to the dentist every six months. Last week, he got a reminder text on his phone. It said, "You have an appointment on Tuesday at 1:00 p.m." Mark called to confirm. He also asked, "Could I reschedule for Wednesday?" The receptionist said yes. Mark went to the dentist on Wednesday and thanked them for the message.
Comprehension Questions:
How often does Mark go to the dentist?
→ Every six months.What did the reminder say?
→ He had an appointment on Tuesday at 1:00 p.m.Did he confirm the appointment?
→ Yes, he called to confirm.When did Mark go to the dentist?
→ On Wednesday.
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