쉐도잉 연습: Talk About Your Weekend Plans and Free Time in English | Easy English Conversation for Beginners - 영상으로 영어 말하기 배우기

Everyday English Talk Hi everyone.

Welcome back to Everyday English Talk, the podcast where we help you practice simple English for daily life.

I'm Anna.

And I'm Ben.

Thank you for joining us again today.

Wherever you're listening from, at home, on the bus, or maybe taking a walk, we're happy to have you with us.

Today's topic is something fun and easy to talk about.

We're going to share what we usually do on weekends.

That's right.

We'll describe how we spend our Saturdays and Sundays, how we relax, what fun things we do, and even some of our weekend chores.

And as always, at the end of the episode, we'll have a listening challenge for you.

So get ready, and let's begin.

Okay, Anna, let's start with Saturday morning.

What time do you usually wake up on weekends?

On Saturdays, I usually sleep in a little, maybe around 8.30 or 9 a.m.

I love not setting an alarm on weekends.

Same here.

On weekdays, I wake up early.

But on weekends, I sleep until 8 or even 9 a.m.

It feels so good.

Yes, it feels so nice to wake up slowly.

No rush, no stress.

Just take my time.

Exactly.

I like to just lie in bed for a while, maybe check my phone, listen to music, just relax.

Me too.

Sometimes I open the window and just enjoy the fresh air.

It's a nice way to start the day.

After that, what's your typical Saturday breakfast?

Hmm, if I have time, I like to make pancakes or scrambled eggs.

Sometimes I add fruit like bananas or blueberries.

That sounds amazing.

For me, Saturday breakfast is all about coffee and something sweet.

Maybe a croissant or sometimes banana bread if I have it at home.

Yum.

And do you usually eat at home or go out?

Mostly at home.

I like having breakfast in my kitchen.

But once in a while I meet friends for brunch at a cafe.

It's a nice treat.

Oh, I love weekend brunch.

A slow morning, good food and coffee.

What's not to love?

Exactly.

Maybe we should go together sometime.

Yes.

Let's plan it soon.

So after breakfast, what do you like to do on weekends, Ben?

Well, Saturday mornings, I often go for a walk in the park near my apartment.

It's really quiet and green there.

It helps me feel active and fresh after a long week.

That's great.

I sometimes do yoga at home on Saturday mornings.

I just follow a YouTube video.

Or, if I feel more energetic, I join an online workout class with my friend.

Very healthy.

I should try that sometime.

but honestly, sometimes I just play video games for an hour or two.

That's my way to relax and unwind.

That's fun too.

Everyone needs a little game time.

I like to spend time reading novels on weekends, usually in the afternoon when it's quiet and sunny in my room.

Sounds cozy.

And do you ever go shopping?

Yes, Saturday afternoons are usually my grocery shopping time.

I go to the supermarket and buy food for the next week, vegetables, rice, snacks, and sometimes ice cream if I feel like it.

Me too.

Sometimes I go to the local market to get fresh fruits and vegetables.

I like choosing things myself.

Apples, carrots, bananas.

I try to eat healthy.

That's nice.

And sometimes I also visit a bookstore or just walk around the mall doing some window shopping.

Oh yeah, I like doing that too.

Just walking and looking, no need to buy anything.

It's kind of relaxing.

And what about the evenings?

Evenings are for movies or TV shows.

If I feel lazy, I just stay home and watch something on Netflix.

Or sometimes YouTube videos, travel vlogs, cooking shows, you know.

Same here.

I love watching K-dramas or funny sitcoms.

I usually make popcorn and get cozy on the couch.

Nice.

A lazy weekend evening is the best.

No work, no emails, just good food and a good show.

Absolutely.

That's my favorite way to end the day.

So listeners, what do you usually do on weekends?

Do you go for a walk, do some shopping, or stay home and watch a movie?

Try to answer in one or two simple sentences and share your opinion with us in the comments.

Now let's learn some useful phrases to talk about fun and relaxation.

I usually sleep in.

It means I wake up later than usual, especially on weekends.

I love not setting an alarm.

It means I enjoy waking up naturally without using a clock.

It feels so nice to wake up slowly.

It means I like taking my time in the morning and not rushing.

I like to just relax and listen to music.

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It means I enjoy quiet time doing something calm.

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Weekend brunch is a nice treat.

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It means eating a late breakfast or early lunch with good food is something special.

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I often go for a walk in the park, meaning I like walking outside, especially in nature.

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Sometimes I just play video games to relax, meaning playing games helps me unwind and enjoy my free time.

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I like to spend time reading novels, meaning reading is a hobby I enjoy when I have quiet time.

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I do some window shopping, meaning I look at things in stores but don't buy anything.

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A lazy weekend evening is the best, meaning relaxing at home with no work is really enjoyable.

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Let's talk about meeting people on weekends.

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Do you usually meet friends or family, Anna?

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Yes, sometimes.

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On Saturday nights, I often meet friends for dinner or go to a coffee shop.

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It's a nice way to relax and chat.

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Same here.

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Sometimes I meet friends for lunch or we go see a movie at the cinema.

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Last weekend, we watched an action movie.

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It was exciting.

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That sounds fun.

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What kind of movies do you usually like?

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Hmm.

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I like action and comedy movies.

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They help me forget about work and just enjoy. And you?

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I like romantic comedies, and sometimes I watch documentaries.

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If the story is good, I don't care about the genre.

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Very nice.

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On Sundays, I often visit my parents' house for lunch.

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We eat together and talk about our week.

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Oh, that's sweet.

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Family time is important.

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I live far from my family, so I don't see them often.

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But I usually call my family on Sundays.

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We talk for about 30 minutes on the phone or video call.

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That's great.

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Staying in touch is important, even from far away.

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Yes.

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And do you ever go out of the city for a short trip?

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Sometimes.

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If there's a festival or event in the city, I like to check it out.

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Music festivals, street food events, they're fun.

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I love that.

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If the weather is nice, I take a day trip to the countryside or visit a small town near the city.

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Just a short ride but it feels like a vacation.

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That sounds perfect.

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Good food, friends, and a change of scenery.

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That's what weekends are all about.

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So listeners, do you like spending time with friends or family on weekends?

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What do you usually do with them?

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Eat, talk, watch movies, or go out?

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Think about your last weekend and try to describe it in one or two simple sentences.

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And share your opinion with us in the comments.

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Now, let's talk about relaxing at home.

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What do you usually do when you don't go out?

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Oh yes, sometimes I just stay home all day on Sunday.

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No plans, no schedule, just slow and peaceful.

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Me too.

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I like to watch Netflix or catch up on TV shows.

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It's a great way to take a break.

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What's your favorite weekend show right now?

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I'm watching a comedy series these days.

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It's very light and funny, easy to watch and makes me laugh.

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That's great.

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I like watching cooking shows or travel documentaries.

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They're fun and also give me new ideas for recipes or places to visit.

163

And sometimes I just put on relaxing music and lie on the couch for an hour.

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I close my eyes, breathe slowly, and enjoy the quiet.

165

Yes.

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Or even take a short nap in the afternoon, just 20 or 30 minutes.

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It feels so refreshing.

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That's the best part of a lazy weekend.

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No pressure, just doing small things that make you feel good.

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Sometimes I also spend time reading novels.

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I like to sit by the window with a cup of tea and read for an hour.

172

That sounds so cozy.

173

I also enjoy listening to podcasts, especially in English, sometimes even this one.

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That's great listening practice for English learners.

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You can relax and learn at the same time.

176

Exactly.

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That's what we hope, that this podcast feels both fun and helpful.

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So listeners, what do you like to do when you stay home on weekends?

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Do you read, nap, watch TV, or listen to music?

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Try saying your answer out loud.

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Use words like, I like to, sometimes I, or on Sundays I usually.

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But weekends aren't always fun and games, right?

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True.

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I usually spend Sunday morning cleaning my apartment.

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I open the windows, turn on music, and clean the kitchen, the living room, everything.

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Me too.

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I do the laundry, vacuum the floor, and sometimes clean the bathroom.

188

It's not exciting, but it feels good when it's done.

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Yes, and after cleaning, the apartment feels so fresh and tidy.

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It helps me feel more relaxed at home.

191

Same here.

192

And do you prepare for the next week on Sunday evenings?

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Yes.

194

I often make a simple to-do list for Monday.

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I check my calendar, pack my work bag, and make sure I don't forget anything important.

196

That's smart.

197

I sometimes plan my outfits for the week, and if I have time, I do some meal prep.

198

Maybe cook rice, vegetables, or pasta for Monday lunch.

199

Oh, meal prep.

200

That's a great idea.

201

It saves time when weekdays are busy.

202

Exactly.

203

I like starting the week feeling ready and organized.

204

So weekends are a mix of relaxing, fun, and a little bit of work at home.

205

Yep, that's real life, not just movies and pancakes.

206

True.

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But even small chores feel better on the weekend.

208

So listeners, do you do any chores on the weekend?

209

Maybe cleaning, laundry, or making a plan for Monday?

210

Try answering with a sentence like, On Sundays I usually, or Before Monday I always, and share your opinion with us in the comments.

211

Now let's learn some useful phrases to talk about fun and relaxation.

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I often meet friends for dinner.

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Meaning, I usually go out with friends to eat in the evening.

214

We go see a movie at the cinema.

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It means we watch a film together at the theater.

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I usually call my family on Sundays.

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It means I talk to my family on the phone or video call every weekend.

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If the weather is nice I take a day trip.

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It means I travel somewhere close just for the day to relax.

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It feels like a vacation.

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It means even a short trip or fun activity helps me feel relaxed like I'm on holiday.

222

I just stay home all day.

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It means I don't go out, I spend the whole day at home.

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I take a short nap in the afternoon.

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It means I sleep for a little while during the day to feel refreshed.

226

I like starting the week feeling ready and organized.

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It means I want to feel prepared before Monday begins.

228

I make a to-do list for Monday.

229

It means I write down tasks I need to do next week.

230

It feels good when it's done.

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It means I don't enjoy cleaning, but I'm happy after finishing.

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Okay, let's do a quick summary of today's episode.

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Yes, we talked about sleeping in on weekends, having a slow breakfast, going for walks or doing yoga,

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shopping and grocery runs, meeting friends for lunch or dinner, watching movies and Netflix, listening to music or podcasts,

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relaxing with books or games, doing laundry and cleaning the house, preparing for the next week.

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And here are some useful phrases for our listeners.

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I sleep in.

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I go shopping.

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I meet friends for dinner.

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I watch movies, TV shows.

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I listen to podcasts.

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I clean my apartment.

243

I do the laundry.

244

I prepare for Monday.

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You can use these phrases when you talk about your own weekend in English.

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Try using three or four of them this week.

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All right, now it's time for your listening challenge.

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We invite you to listen to this episode again from the start.

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While listening, try to find and write down the useful phrases we just talked about.

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For example, when did Ben say I do the laundry?

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Or when did I say I watch cooking shows?

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You can pause the episode, repeat the sentences out loud, or write them in a notebook.

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Also, why not try to write your own weekend routine in English?

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Even just five short sentences is great practice.

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And if you want, you can send your sentences to us.

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We love hearing from listeners.

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Maybe we'll read some of your routines in our next episode.

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Okay, Anna, let's start with Saturday morning.

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What time do you usually wake up on weekends?

260

On Saturdays, I usually sleep in a little, maybe around 8.30 or 9 a.m.

261

I love not setting an alarm on weekends.

262

Same here.

263

On weekdays, I wake up early, but on weekends, I sleep until 8 or even in 9 a.m.

264

It feels so good.

265

Yes, it feels so nice to wake up slowly.

266

No rush, no stress.

267

Just take my time.

268

Exactly.

269

I like to just lie in bed for a while, maybe check my phone, listen to music, just relax.

270

Me too.

271

Sometimes I open the window and just enjoy the fresh air.

272

It's a nice way to start the day.

273

After that, what's your typical Saturday breakfast?

274

Hmm, if I have time, I like to make pancakes or scrambled eggs.

275

Sometimes I add fruit like bananas or blueberries.

276

That sounds amazing.

277

For me, Saturday breakfast is all about coffee and something sweet, maybe a croissant or sometimes banana bread if I have it at home.

278

Yum.

279

And do you usually eat at home or go out?

280

Mostly at home.

281

I like having breakfast in my kitchen.

282

But once in a while I meet friends for brunch at a cafe.

283

It's a nice treat.

284

Oh, I love weekend brunch.

285

A slow morning, good food, and coffee.

286

What's not to love?

287

Exactly.

288

Maybe we should go together sometime.

289

Yes.

290

Let's plan it soon.

291

So after breakfast, what do you like to do on weekends, Ben?

292

Well, Saturday mornings, I often go for a walk in the park near my apartment.

293

It's really quiet and green there.

294

It helps me feel active and fresh after a long week.

295

That's great.

296

I sometimes do yoga at home on Saturday mornings.

297

I just follow a YouTube video.

298

Or, if I feel more energetic, I join an online workout class with my friend.

299

Very healthy.

300

I should try that sometime.

301

But, honestly, sometimes I just play video games for an hour or two.

302

That's my way to relax and unwind.

303

That's fun too.

304

Everyone needs a little game time.

305

I like to spend time reading novels on weekends, usually in the afternoon when it's quiet and sunny in my room.

306

Sounds cozy.

307

And do you ever go shopping?

308

Yes, Saturday afternoons are usually my grocery shopping time.

309

I go to the supermarket and buy food for the next week, vegetables, rice, snacks, and sometimes ice cream if I feel like it.

310

Me too.

311

Sometimes I go to the local market to get fresh fruits and vegetables.

312

I like choosing things myself.

313

Apples, carrots, bananas.

314

I try to eat healthy.

315

That's nice.

316

And sometimes I also visit a bookstore or just walk around the mall doing some window shopping.

317

Oh yeah, I like doing that too.

318

Just walking and looking, no need to buy anything.

319

It's kind of relaxing.

320

And what about the evenings?

321

Evenings are for movies or TV shows.

322

If I feel lazy, I just stay home and watch something on Netflix.

323

or sometimes YouTube videos, travel vlogs, cooking shows, you know.

324

Same here.

325

I love watching K-dramas or funny sitcoms.

326

I usually make popcorn and get cozy on the couch.

327

Nice.

328

A lazy weekend evening is the best.

329

No work, no emails, just good food and a good show.

330

Absolutely.

331

That's my favorite way to end the day.

332

So listeners, what do you usually do on weekends?

333

Do you go for a walk, do some shopping, or stay home and watch a movie?

334

Try to answer in one or two simple sentences and share your opinion with us in the comments.

335

Let's talk about meeting people on weekends.

336

Do you usually meet friends or family, Anna?

337

Yes, sometimes.

338

On Saturday nights, I often meet friends for dinner or go to a coffee shop.

339

It's a nice way to relax and chat.

340

Same here.

341

Sometimes I meet friends for lunch or we go see a movie at the cinema.

342

Last weekend, we watched an action movie.

343

It was exciting.

344

That sounds fun.

345

What kind of movies do you usually like?

346

Hmm.

347

I like action and comedy movies they help me forget about work and just enjoy. And you?

348

I like romantic comedies and sometimes I watch documentaries.

349

If the story is good, I don't care about the genre.

350

Very nice.

351

On Sundays, I often visit my parents' house for lunch.

352

We eat together and talk about our week.

353

Oh, that's sweet.

354

Family time is important.

355

I live far from my family, so I don't see them often.

356

But I usually call my family on Sundays.

357

We talk for about 30 minutes on the phone or video call.

358

That's great.

359

Staying in touch is important, even from far away.

360

Yes.

361

And do you ever go out of the city for a short trip?

362

Sometimes.

363

If there's a festival or event in the city, I like to check it out.

364

Music festivals, street food events, they're fun.

365

I love that.

366

If the weather is nice, I take a day trip to the countryside or visit a small town near the city.

367

Just a short ride, but it feels like a vacation.

368

That sounds perfect.

369

Good food, friends, and a change of scenery.

370

That's what weekends are all about.

371

So listeners, do you like spending time with friends or family on weekends?

372

What do you usually do with them?

373

Eat, talk, watch movies, or go out?

374

Think about your last weekend and try to describe it in one or two simple sentences.

375

And share your opinion with us in the comments.

376

Now, let's talk about relaxing at home.

377

What do you usually do when you don't go out?

378

Oh yes, sometimes I just stay home all day on Sunday.

379

No plans, no schedule, just slow and peaceful.

380

Me too.

381

I like to watch Netflix or catch up on TV shows.

382

It's a great way to take a break.

383

What's your favorite weekend show right now?

384

I'm watching a comedy series these days.

385

It's very light and funny, easy to watch and makes me laugh.

386

That's great.

387

I like watching cooking shows or travel documentaries.

388

They're fun and also give me new ideas for recipes or places to visit.

389

And sometimes I just put on relaxing music and lie on the couch for an hour.

390

I close my eyes, breathe slowly, and enjoy the quiet.

391

Yes.

392

Or even take a short nap in the afternoon, just 20 or 30 minutes.

393

It feels so refreshing.

394

That's the best part of a lazy weekend.

395

No pressure, just doing small things that make you feel good.

396

Sometimes I also spend time reading novels.

397

I like to sit by the window with a cup of tea and read for an hour.

398

That sounds so cozy.

399

I also enjoy listening to podcasts, especially in English, sometimes even this one.

400

That's great listening practice for English learners.

401

You can relax and learn at the same time.

402

Exactly.

403

That's what we hope, that this podcast feels both fun and helpful.

404

So listeners, what do you like to do when you stay home on weekends?

405

Do you read, nap, watch TV, or listen to music?

406

Try saying your answer out loud.

407

Use words like, I like to, sometimes I, or on Sundays I usually.

408

But weekends aren't always fun and games, right?

409

True.

410

I usually spend Sunday morning cleaning my apartment.

411

I open the windows, turn on music, and clean the kitchen, the living room, everything.

412

Me too.

413

I do the laundry, vacuum the floor, and sometimes clean the bathroom.

414

It's not exciting, but it feels good when it's done.

415

Yes, and after cleaning, the apartment feels so fresh and tidy.

416

It helps me feel more relaxed at home.

417

Same here.

418

And do you prepare for the next week on Sunday evenings?

419

Yes.

420

I often make a simple to-do list for Monday.

421

I check my calendar, pack my work bag, and make sure I don't forget anything important.

422

That's smart.

423

I sometimes plan my outfits for the week.

424

And if I have time, I do some meal prep.

425

Maybe cook rice, vegetables, or pasta for Monday lunch.

426

Oh, meal prep.

427

That's a great idea.

428

It saves time when weekdays are busy.

429

Exactly.

430

I like starting the week feeling ready and organized.

431

So weekends are a mix of relaxing, fun, and a little bit of work at home.

432

Yep, that's real life, not just movies and pancakes.

433

True.

434

But even small chores feel better on the weekend.

435

So listeners, do you do any chores on the weekend?

436

Maybe cleaning, laundry, or making a plan for Monday?

437

Try answering with a sentence like, on Sundays I usually, or before Monday I always, and share your opinion with us in the comments.

438

So that's it for today's episode, all about weekend life.

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We talked about so many things, from sleeping in and eating pancakes, to going for a walk, meeting friends, and even doing a little cleaning.

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That's right.

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We hope you enjoyed hearing about our weekend routines and

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that it gave you ideas and useful English phrases to talk about your own weekend.

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Remember, you don't have to speak perfectly.

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Just start with simple sentences.

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Every time you speak, you improve.

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And if you want to review the episode, you can download the free PDF transcript.

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It includes all the key vocabulary and example sentences from today.

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You'll find the download link in the description below.

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Practice a little every day, and soon talking about your weekend will be easy.

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Thanks for listening to Everyday English Talk.

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And until next time, enjoy your weekend.

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Bye!

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Bye-bye!

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