Томас Спикс – Тренажёр устной речи на английском (страница 3)

meet up – встречаться

We usually meet up on Saturdays for coffee.

reliability – надёжность

Reliability is a key quality in a true friend.

companionship – товарищество, дружба

Good companionship helps reduce stress and loneliness.

share interests – разделять интересы

It’s easier to become friends if you share interests.

advice – совет

I often ask my friends for advice about important decisions.

celebrate together – праздновать вместе

We like to celebrate together on special occasions.

communication – общение

Communication is the foundation of any strong friendship.

respect – уважение

Respecting each other’s opinions strengthens friendship.

common ground – общие интересы

Finding common ground is important when making new friends.

loyal friend – верный друг

She is a loyal friend who has never let me down.

supportive – поддерживающий

My friends are always supportive when I face challenges.

long-distance friendship – дружба на расстоянии

We maintain a long-distance friendship through calls and messages.

Do you have many friends or just a few close ones?

How often do you meet your friends?

What activities do you like to do with friends?

Do you prefer friends of the same age or different ages?

How do you usually keep in touch with friends?

Have you ever had a conflict with a friend? How did you solve it?

What qualities do you value the most in a friend?

Do you like hanging out in large groups or small ones?

Have you ever made friends online?

How do you celebrate special occasions with your friends?

I have a few close friends rather than many acquaintances. I prefer deep friendships where we can trust each other.

I usually meet my friends on weekends. We like to go to cafes, watch movies, or play sports together.

My favorite activities with friends are hiking and board games. These activities help us relax and have fun.

I usually prefer friends of the same age because we have similar experiences. But I also enjoy talking to older friends for advice.

I keep in touch with friends mostly through messaging apps. Sometimes we call or meet up in person.

Yes, I once had a conflict about a misunderstanding. We talked calmly and managed to solve it.

I value honesty, loyalty, and a sense of humor in my friends. These qualities make friendships enjoyable and long-lasting.

I prefer small groups because it’s easier to talk and connect. Large groups can be fun, but sometimes it’s noisy and confusing.

Yes, I made a friend online through a shared interest forum. We have been chatting and learning from each other for years.

We celebrate birthdays and holidays together. Usually, we cook a meal, play games, and share stories.

Daily Routine

wake up – просыпаться

I usually wake up at 7 a.m. on weekdays.

alarm clock – будильник

My alarm clock helps me get up early every day.

get up – вставать с постели

I get up immediately after turning off the alarm.

brush teeth – чистить зубы

I brush my teeth twice a day, in the morning and at night.

take a shower – принимать душ

I take a shower after exercising.

have breakfast – завтракать

I usually have cereal and fruit for breakfast.

go to work/school – идти на работу/в школу

I go to work by bus every morning.

commute – путь на работу/учёбу

My commute takes about 30 minutes by train.

start work/study – начинать работу/учёбу

I start work at 9 a.m. and finish at 6 p.m.

take a break – делать перерыв

I usually take a break at 11 a.m. for coffee.