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Today topic is: My Morning Routine
Hi, everyone! I’m Lisa!
Today, I want to share with you my morning routine — what I do when I wake up and get ready for a new day.
It’s a simple routine, but I think it can help you learn some new vocabulary and phrases in English.
Let’s get started!
I usually wake up at 6:30 in the morning when my alarm clock rings.
The first thing I do is open the curtains to let in the sunlight — it helps me feel more energetic.
Then I make my bed neatly. I think it’s a great way to start the day with a small accomplishment.
After that, I go to the restroom to brush my teeth and wash my face with cold water.
Sometimes I take a quick shower if I want to feel even more fresh and ready for the day.
I usually wash my hair a few times a week, but not every day.
When I’m finished, I get dressed in comfortable and stylish clothes — I usually choose a T-shirt and jeans.
I make sure I look tidy and presentable.
Then I move to the kitchen to prepare my breakfast.
I often make a cup of green tea or coffee and I enjoy something healthy, like yogurt with strawberries, or a piece of toast with peanut butter.
While I eat, I listen to the news or some relaxing music — this helps me ease into the day.
Before I leave the house, I pack my bag with everything I need — my wallet, phone, notebook, and other essentials.
I double-check to make sure I haven’t forgotten anything.
Then I’m ready to start my day with confidence!
That’s my morning routine!
What’s your morning routine?
Do you do something different or the same as me?
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| Word / Phrase | Part of Speech | Meaning (English) | Example Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wake up | Verb phrase | To stop sleeping in the morning. | I wake up at 6 a.m. every day. |
| Open the curtains | Verb phrase | To pull the curtains aside and let sunlight in. | I open the curtains to let the light in. |
| Make the bed | Verb phrase | To straighten the pillows and blankets after sleeping. | She makes the bed every morning. |
| Brush my teeth | Verb phrase | To clean your teeth with a toothbrush. | I brush my teeth after waking up. |
| Wash my face | Verb phrase | To clean your face with water. | He washes his face before breakfast. |
| Take a quick shower | Verb phrase | To wash your body quickly under running water. | I take a quick shower before work. |
| Wash my hair | Verb phrase | To clean your hair using shampoo. | I wash my hair every two days. |
| Get dressed | Verb phrase | To put on your clothes. | She gets dressed after her shower. |
| Look tidy and presentable | Adjective phrase | To look clean, neat, and ready to go out. | He wants to look tidy and presentable for work. |
| Prepare breakfast | Verb phrase | To make food to eat in the morning. | They prepare breakfast together. |
| Make a cup of green tea or coffee | Verb phrase | To prepare a warm drink. | I make a cup of coffee every morning. |
| Pack my bag | Verb phrase | To put everything you need into your bag. | She packs her bag before leaving home. |
| Double-check | Verb | To check again to make sure everything is correct. | I double-check my bag before I leave. |
| Start the day with confidence | Verb phrase | To begin the day feeling positive and ready. | Good habits help me start the day with confidence. |
Match each phrase with the correct meaning.
a. Check again to be sure
b. Stop sleeping in the morning
c. Put things into a bag
d. Wash your body quickly
e. Straighten pillows and blankets
Use the correct phrase from the box.
(brush my teeth – open the curtains – get dressed – prepare breakfast – start the day with confidence)
Answer in full sentences.
Exercise 1:
1–b, 2–e, 3–c, 4–a, 5–d
Exercise 2:
Exercise 3:
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