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Conversation Beginner · Module 19 · Unit 91

Basic Emotions Vocabulary (Expressing state of mind: happy, sad, angry, excited)

A2 Beginner

Learning Objectives

Today, you will learn about basic emotions and practice vocabulary commonly used in daily life.

Discussion

Direction: Answer these questions.
  1. What makes you feel happy these days?
  2. When do you cheer up a sad friend?
  3. What news gets you pumped up?

New Words & Expressions

Direction: Listen and repeat these words with your teacher.

  • happy

    adjective

    /ˈhæpi/

    Meaning:Feeling good or pleased.

    I feel happy after talking to my friends.

    Real Life Tip:

    Americans often say; I'm so happy for you! to congratulate someone.

  • excited

    adjective

    /ɪkˈsaɪtɪd/

    Meaning:Feeling very happy about something that will happen.

    She is excited about her vacation.

    Real Life Tip:

    People often say; I'm excited! before trips or events.

  • cheer up

    phrasal verb

    /tʃɪr ʌp/

    Meaning:To become happier or make someone happier.

    This song always cheers me up.

    Real Life Tip:

    Very common in everyday conversations.

  • pumped up

    slang

    /pʌmpt ʌp/

    Meaning:Very excited and full of energy.

    I am pumped up for the concert.

    Real Life Tip:

    Often used before sports or fun events.

Conversation

Direction:

  • Listen carefully as your teacher reads the conversation aloud.
  • Role-play the conversation with your teacher
Daniel and Rachel are leaving school and talking about their feelings after Daniel passed his test.
  • Daniel
    I'm really happy today because I passed my test.
  • Rachel
    That's awesome! I'm pumped up for you.
  • Daniel
    Thanks. I was sad yesterday because I thought I failed.

Q&A

Direction: Answer the questions based on the conversation.
  1. Why is Daniel happy?
  2. Why was Daniel sad yesterday?
  3. Who wanted to cheer Daniel up?

Exercise

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

  1. I feel _____ because I passed my exam.

  2. I am _____ for my trip next week.

  3. She _____ happy today.

  4. They _____ excited about the concert.

  5. am / I / very / happy / today

  6. she / excited / is / the / about / trip

Ask Your Teacher

Direction: Ask your teacher these questions.
  1. What makes you feel happy lately?
  2. Who cheers you up when you are sad?
  3. What gets you pumped up these days?

Your Time To Speak

Direction: Answer using the language you have learned in this lesson. Talk about yourself!
  1. What makes you happy after work?
  2. When do you feel excited?
  3. Who cheers you up when you are sad?
  4. What makes you angry sometimes?
  5. When were you pumped up recently?
  6. What news made you happy?
  7. Who was excited for your success?
  8. How do you cheer up friends?
  9. What makes people angry in traffic?
  10. When did you feel really happy?
Rachel
I wanted to cheer you up, but you went home early.
  • Daniel
    Yeah, and I get angry when I worry too much.
  • Rachel
    Now you can celebrate and enjoy your day.
  • Daniel
    I'm excited about telling my family tonight.
  • Rachel
    They'll be happy for you too.