09.09._Intermediate_Clothes for Free Time,Sport & Special Occasions
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Clothes for Free Time, Sport & Special Occasions
Grammar Focus: Present Simple vs. Present Continuous
Present Simple is used for routines, habits, and general truths:
· I usually wear trainers when I play football.
· She always wears a formal suit for business dinners.
· People wear pants in winter since it’s cold.
Present Continuous is used for actions happening now or around now:
· I’m wearing my tracksuit because I’m going jogging.
· They are choosing clothes for a party right now.
· She is thinking about changing her shoes because they’re uncomfortable.
Practice Sentences
• He usually (wear) ______ casual clothes in his free time.
• Right now, she (try on) ______ a new evening dress.
• We often (play) ______ tennis in sports clothes at the weekend.
• Look! They (wear) ______ matching jerseys for the game.
• I usually (choose) ______ comfortable trainers instead of smart shoes.
• At the moment, I (look for) ______ a suit for a wedding.
Vocabulary Chart
|
Word / Phrase |
Pronunciation |
Slovak Translation |
|
casual clothes |
/ˈkæʒ.u.əl kləʊðz/ |
voľnočasové oblečenie |
|
tracksuit |
/ˈtræk.suːt/ |
tepláková súprava |
|
T‑shirt |
/ˈtiː ʃɜːt/ |
tričko |
|
hoodie |
/ˈhʊd.i/ |
mikina s kapucňou |
|
trainers |
/ˈtreɪ.nəz/ |
tenisky |
|
running shoes |
/ˈrʌn.ɪŋ ʃuːz/ |
bežecké topánky |
|
football boots |
/ˈfʊt.bɔːl buːts/ |
kopačky |
|
yoga pants / leggings |
/ˈjəʊ.ɡə ˈleɡ.ɪŋz/ |
legíny na jogu |
|
sports jersey |
/ˈspɔːts ˈdʒɜː.zi/ |
športový dres |
|
swimsuit |
/ˈswɪm.suːt/ |
plavky (dámske) |
|
swimming trunks |
/ˈswɪm.ɪŋ trʌŋks/ |
pánske plavky |
|
evening dress |
/ˈiːv.nɪŋ dres/ |
večerné šaty |
|
cocktail dress |
/ˈkɒk.teɪl dres/ |
koktejlové šaty |
|
formal suit |
/ˈfɔː.məl suːt/ |
formálny oblek |
|
bow tie |
/ˌbəʊ ˈtaɪ/ |
motýlik |
|
dress shoes |
/dres ʃuːz/ |
spoločenské topánky |
Conversation Questions & Sample Answers
What do you usually wear in your free time?
I usually wear casual clothes like a T‑shirt and jeans.
What are you wearing today, and why?
I’m wearing a hoodie and trainers because I’m meeting friends in the park.
Do you prefer sportswear or casual clothes on the weekend?
I prefer sportswear over the weekend because I often play football.
How often do you dress formally for special occasions?
I dress formally a few times a year for weddings or work events.
Are you preparing for any special event right now?
Yes, I’m looking for an evening dress for my cousin’s wedding.
What do you usually wear when you exercise?
I usually wear a tracksuit or leggings and running shoes.
Do people in your country dress casually or smartly at family celebrations?
People usually dress smartly, but the younger generation is becoming more casual.
What’s the most elegant outfit you own? When do you wear it?
My most elegant outfit is a formal suit, and I wear it to graduations and parties.
Do you think sports clothes are becoming everyday fashion?
Yes, many people are wearing trainers and hoodies even at work.
Have you ever regretted your outfit choice at an event? What happened?
Yes, I wore trainers to a party once and felt underdressed.