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Conversation Beginner · Module 16 · Unit 77

Accepting Invitations (Enthusiastic responses: "Yes, I’d love to!")

Pre A2 Beginner

Learning Objectives

Today, you will explore invitations and discover useful words and expressions for everyday situations.

Discussion

Direction: Answer these questions.
  1. Who usually invites you to parties?
  2. When did you last come along to an event?
  3. What kind of party do you enjoy most?

New Words & Expressions

Direction: Listen and repeat these words with your teacher.

  • invite

    verb

    /ɪnˈvaɪt/

    Meaning:To ask someone to join an event or activity.

    I invited my cousins to dinner.

    Real Life Tip:

    Americans often say, 'You should come!' as an informal invitation.

  • party

    noun

    /ˈpɑːrti/

    Meaning:A social event where people meet and celebrate.

    We had a birthday party on Saturday.

    Real Life Tip:

    People often bring a small gift to birthday parties in the U.S.

  • come along

    phrasal verb

    /kʌm əˈlɔːŋ/

    Meaning:To join someone at an event or activity.

    Why don't you come along with us?

    Real Life Tip:

    This expression sounds friendly and casual.

  • count me in

    idiom

    /kaʊnt mi ɪn/

    Meaning:To say you want to join an activity.

    You're having pizza tonight? Count me in!

    Real Life Tip:

    This phrase is very common among friends.

  • hangout

    slang

    /ˈhæŋaʊt/

    Meaning:A casual time spent with friends.

    We had a fun hangout after class.

    Real Life Tip:

    Young Americans often say 'Let's hang out.'

Conversation

Direction:

  • Listen carefully as your teacher reads the conversation aloud.
  • Role-play the conversation with your teacher
Daniel and Rachel are talking after class and planning a birthday party invitation.
  • Daniel
    I'm having a birthday party on Saturday. Would you like to come?
  • Rachel
    That sounds fun! What time does the party start?
  • Daniel
    Around seven. A few friends are coming along too.

Q&A

Direction: Answer the questions based on the conversation.
  1. What is Daniel celebrating?
  2. Who accepted the invitation?
  3. What should Rachel bring?

Exercise

Direction: Choose the correct answer to complete each sentence, then read it aloud. Each question gives you 5 Points.

  1. Daniel wants to ______ Rachel to his party.

  2. The birthday ______ starts at seven.

  3. Would you like ______ come to my party?

  4. I'd love ______ join you.

  5. would / like / you / to / come

  6. count / me / in

Ask Your Teacher

Direction: Ask your teacher these questions.
  1. Who usually invites you to a party?
  2. What kind of hangout do you enjoy?
  3. When did you say count me in?

Your Time To Speak

Direction: Answer using the language you have learned in this lesson. Talk about yourself!
  1. Who do you usually invite to parties?
  2. What makes a good party memorable?
  3. When did you last come along with friends?
  4. What food do you enjoy at a party?
  5. Who always says count me in?
  6. What was your favorite hangout spot?
  7. Which friend likes to invite everyone?
  8. Where would you like to come along?
  9. What party did you enjoy recently?
  10. Who accepts invitations the fastest?
Rachel
Great! Count me in.
  • Daniel
    Awesome. It will be a nice little hangout.
  • Rachel
    Should I bring anything?
  • Daniel
    Just bring yourself and be ready to have fun.
  • Rachel
    Perfect. Thanks for inviting me!