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Conversation Intermediate · Module 10 · Unit 47

Daily Routine at Work

B1 Intermediate Upper

Learning Objectives

Today, you will explore work-life balance and discover useful words and expressions for everyday situations.

Discussion

Direction: Answer these questions.
  1. Do you find it easy to disconnect from work after hours?
  2. What do you do to relax during your free time?
  3. Is work-life balance important to your job satisfaction?

New Words & Expressions

Direction: Listen and repeat these words with your teacher.

  • Balance

    noun

    /ˈbæləns/

    Meaning:A condition where things are equal.

    I need a better work-life balance.

    Real Life Tip:

    A very popular term in professional discussions.

  • Burnout

    noun

    /ˈbɜːrnaʊt/

    Meaning:Physical or mental collapse from overwork.

    She is experiencing total burnout.

    Real Life Tip:

    Often discussed as a health issue in work.

  • Burn out

    phrasal verb

    /bɜːrn aʊt/

    Meaning:To become exhausted.

    If you work too much, you will burn out.

    Real Life Tip:

    A common warning to employees.

  • Sign off

    phrasal verb

    /saɪn ɒf/

    Meaning:To finish work for the day.

    It is time to sign off now.

    Real Life Tip:

    Used when leaving digital platforms.

  • Call it a day

    idiom

    /kɔːl ɪt ə deɪ/

    Meaning:To stop doing something for the day.

    Let us call it a day.

    Real Life Tip:

    Common way to end a work session.

  • Chill

    slang

    /tʃɪl/

    Meaning:To relax.

    I am just going to chill tonight.

    Real Life Tip:

    Universal term for relaxing.

Conversation

Direction:

  • Listen carefully as your teacher reads the conversation aloud.
  • Role-play the conversation with your teacher
Michael and Emma talk about the importance of disconnecting after work.
  • Michael
    I feel like I am going to burn out soon.
  • Emma
    That is not good. You need better work-life balance.
  • Michael
    I know. I struggle to sign off after 6 pm.

Q&A

Direction: Answer the questions based on the conversation.
  1. How is Michael feeling?
  2. What does Emma tell Michael he needs?
  3. What does Michael struggle to do?

Exercise

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

  1. What is burnout?

  2. What does call it a day mean?

  3. I need to ____ off.

  4. Do not burn ____.

  5. is / balance / important / life / work

  6. it / day / a / let / call

Ask Your Teacher

Direction: Ask your teacher these questions.
  1. Do you have a healthy work-life balance?
  2. What are your signs of burnout?
  3. When do you usually call it a day?

Your Time To Speak

Direction: Answer using the language you have learned in this lesson. Talk about yourself!
  1. What do you do to chill?
  2. Is it easy to sign off?
  3. Have you ever experienced burnout?
  4. How do you balance work and life?
  5. Do you work late often?
  6. Is work-life balance a priority?
  7. Do you enjoy your free time?
  8. What is your biggest stressor?
  9. Do you take breaks?
  10. How do you relax?
Emma
You should definitely call it a day earlier.
  • Michael
    You are right. I need time to just chill.
  • Emma
    Avoiding burnout is essential for our success.
  • Michael
    I will try to be better about it.
  • Emma
    Great, your health comes first.