The question "Why don't we go to the pizza place on the corner?" is a suggestion using a negative question form. It is a friendly and polite way to offer an idea. This structure is common in informal conversation when planning something with others.
For example:
Why don't we order some dessert?
Why don’t we watch a movie after dinner?
Why don’t we take a walk in the park?
It’s used to invite agreement or propose a plan.
🧠 GRAMMAR (with examples)
Why don’t we + base verb (Suggestion)
Why don’t we go to the pizza place?
Why don’t we cook at home?
Present Simple (For routines and facts)
The pizza place is on the corner.
They make great pepperoni pizza.
Future with “Going to” and “Will”
We’re going to try that new pizza tonight.
I will call and make a reservation.
Modal Verbs
We can get a large pizza to share.
You should try the veggie pizza.
📘 VOCABULARY (10 words with definition)
Suggestion – An idea for someone to consider.
Corner – The point where two streets meet.
Pizza place – A restaurant that sells pizza.
Crust – The outer edge of a pizza.
Toppings – The food items put on top of a pizza.
Cheese – A dairy product often used on pizza.
Order – To ask for food in a restaurant.
Slice – A piece of pizza cut from a whole.
Takeout – Food you order to eat somewhere else.
Menu – A list of food items at a restaurant.
💬 USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
Why don’t we try that place?
Let’s get some pizza!
I’m in the mood for something cheesy.
That place has the best crust.
We can share a large one.
📝 SENTENCES
Positive:
Let’s go to the pizza place on the corner.
They make really good pizzas.
Negative:
I don’t want to eat fast food again.
We shouldn’t eat too late.
Questions:
Why don’t we go to the pizza place on the corner?
Do you want to try something new?
Answers:
Yes, that sounds great!
No, I had pizza yesterday.
🗣️ CONVERSATION
Carla: I'm hungry. Do you want to cook something?
Tom: Not really. Why don’t we go to the pizza place on the corner?
Carla: That’s a good idea! I love their cheese pizza.
Tom: Me too. We can get a large one and share it.
Carla: Should we eat there or get takeout?
Tom: Let’s eat there. It’s nice to go out sometimes.
Carla: Alright, let me grab my jacket!
📖 Long READING
On Friday night, Luis and his friend Maya were tired after a long week at work. They didn’t want to cook. Maya looked at Luis and said, “Why don’t we go to the pizza place on the corner?” Luis smiled. “Perfect! I haven’t had pizza all week.”
They walked down the street. The restaurant was small but cozy. The smell of fresh pizza filled the air. They ordered a large pizza with mushrooms, peppers, and olives.
While they waited, they talked about their weekend plans. When the pizza arrived, it was hot and cheesy. They enjoyed every slice.
After dinner, Maya said, “That was a great idea.” Luis agreed, “Let’s do this more often.”
Questions:
Why didn’t they want to cook?
Who suggested the pizza place?
What toppings did they order?
How was the restaurant?
What did Luis say at the end?
Answers:
They were tired.
Maya suggested it.
Mushrooms, peppers, and olives.
Small and cozy.
“Let’s do this more often.”
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