Vocabulary
6 key words for this lesson
HEAD
To go in a direction (informal).
I'm going to head home after work.
ERRANDS
Small jobs outside the home, like shopping or going to the bank.
I have to run some errands after work.
REST
To relax and stop working.
I rested for an hour after work.
PREPARE
To get something ready.
I prepared dinner when I got home.
EXERCISE
To do physical activity for health.
I exercised at the gym yesterday.
DECIDE
To choose something after thinking.
I decided to relax instead of going out.
Grammar Focus
Understand the grammar rule behind this lesson's topic
Grammar focus
Grammar Focus: Talking About Plans
Use GOING TO + verb for plans you have decided. Use the PRESENT CONTINUOUS for arrangements with other people or times. Use MIGHT + verb when you are not sure.
Phrases
7 phrases and their meanings
TAKE CARE OF
To deal with tasks or responsibilities.
I have a few things to take care of.
What are you going to do after work?
Ask about someone's plans for later today.
"Any plans? What are you going to do after work?"
I'm going to head straight home.
You plan to go home immediately.
"I'm exhausted. I'm going to head straight home."
I have to run some errands.
You need to do small tasks outside.
"I have to run some errands — the post office and the pharmacy."
I'm meeting a friend later.
You have an arrangement to see someone.
"I'm meeting a friend later for a drink."
I might go to the gym.
You are considering it, but not sure.
"If I'm not too tired, I might go to the gym."
Let me know what you're doing later.
A friendly way to keep plans open.
"I'm free after six. Let me know what you're doing later."
In Action
Hear how these phrases sound in real B2B situations
“This phrase leaves the door open. It is a soft invitation, not a fixed plan.”
Register
Understand when and how to use each phrase — formal, neutral, or informal
Videos
Watch these terms used in context
Dialogue
Read the dialogue and hover the blue words for definitions
Tim
KiraFinally, Friday! What are you going to do after work, Kira?
I have to run some errands first. I need to pick up a parcel and buy groceries.
And after that?
I'm going to head home and rest. Maybe prepare a nice dinner. What about you?
I'm meeting my brother at seven. Before that, I might go to the gym — I haven't exercised all week.
Good plan. I'm not sure about tomorrow yet. I haven't decided.
We're going to a street food market on Saturday. Want to join?
Maybe! I have a few things to take care of in the morning. Let me know what time you're going.
Exercises
Complete all three exercises to see your final score
Matching
Click a word, then click its correct definition.
Click a word on the left, then its definition on the right.
Words
Definitions
Fill in the Blank
Drag the correct words from the word bank to complete each sentence.
Sentence 1
What are you going to— — —after work?
Sentence 2
I'm going to head straight— — —.
Sentence 3
I have to run some— — —.
Sentence 4
I'm— — —a friend at seven.
Sentence 5
I— — —go to the gym, but I'm not sure.
Sentence 6
I have a few things to take care— — —.
Tip: Think about the meaning of each word and what makes sense in the sentence.
Multiple Choice
Choose the best answer for each question about the dialogue.
1.Which sentence shows you are NOT sure?
2.What are "errands"?
3.Which tense is best for an arrangement with a friend at a fixed time?
4.What does "head straight home" mean?
5.In the dialogue, who is Tim meeting at seven?
6.Where is Tim going on Saturday?