Video Transcript
Hi everyone! Welcome back to my channel.
Today, we’re going to learn how to talk about likes and dislikes in English. It’s super easy and fun!
Let’s start with likes. If you like something, you can say, “I like…”
For example, “I like pizza.” or “I like music.”
Another great word is “love.” You can say, “I love dogs!”
Now, for dislikes. If you don’t like something, you can say, “I don’t like…” For example, “I don’t like spiders.”
Or you can use the word “hate.” For example, “I hate waking up early.”
So, what about you? What do you like? What do you hate? Tell me in the comments below!
I’d love to read your answers.
Thanks for watching!
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This A1 lesson helps learners ask and answer questions about likes and dislikes using simple, natural English. It includes vocabulary, grammar, dialogues, and visually supported practice activities.
Lesson Goals
- Outcome: Ask and answer about likes and dislikes.
- Accuracy: Use like / don’t like with nouns and -ing verbs.
- Interaction: Engage in short dialogues about food, hobbies, and everyday activities.
Vocabulary
Food and Drinks
| Word | Illustration | Example |
|---|---|---|
| pizza | 🍕 | I like pizza. |
| salad | 🥗 | I don’t like salad. |
| rice | 🍚 | Do you like rice? |
| chicken | 🍗 | I like chicken. |
| coffee | ☕ | I don’t like coffee. |
| tea | 🫖 | I like tea. |
| juice | 🧃 | Do you like juice? |
Hobbies and Activities
| Phrase | Illustration | Example |
|---|---|---|
| reading | 📖 | I like reading in the evening. |
| dancing | 💃 | She likes dancing at parties. |
| swimming | 🏊 | I don’t like swimming in cold water. |
| playing soccer | ⚽ | They like playing soccer after school. |
| watching TV | 📺 | Do you like watching TV at night? |
| listening to music | 🎧 | I like listening to music when I study. |
🛠️ How to Use This Vocabulary
| Function | Formula | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Say what you like | Subject + like + noun/activity | I like pizza. I like reading in the evening. |
| Say what you don’t like | Subject + don’t like + noun/activity | I don’t like coffee. I don’t like swimming in cold water. |
| Ask about likes | Do + subject + like + noun/activity? | Do you like rice? Do you like watching TV at night? |
| Answer | Yes, subject + do. / No, subject + don’t. | Yes, I do. I love pizza. No, I don’t. I don’t like salad. |
Grammar Focus
1. Like / don’t like + noun
| Rule | Formula | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Use like / don’t like with things (nouns). | Do + subject + like + noun? | I like pizza. I don’t like coffee. Do you like tea? — Yes, I do. / No, I don’t. |
| Wh-question | What + noun + do you like? | Q: What food do you like? A: I like chicken. |
2. Like / don’t like + activity (verb + -ing)
| Rule | Formula | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Use like / don’t like with activities. The verb takes -ing. | Do + subject + like + verb-ing? | I like swimming. I don’t like dancing. Do you like playing soccer? — Yes, I do. |
| Wh-question | What + activity + do you like? | Q: What sport do you like? A: I like swimming. |
3. Verbs of Preference + Favorites
We use verbs like like, love, enjoy, hate to talk about activities. The activity verb takes -ing. We also ask about favorites.
| Rule | Formula | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Use like, love, enjoy, hate with activities. | Do/Does + subject + verb of preference + verb-ing? | She enjoys cooking on weekends. We hate waiting in long lines. Q: Does he enjoy playing video games? A: No, he doesn’t. He hates playing games. |
| Ask about favorites | What’s your favorite + noun? | Q: What’s your favorite food? A: My favorite food is pizza. Q: What’s your favorite sport? A: My favorite sport is soccer. Q: What’s your favorite color? A: My favorite color is blue. |
Note: You can say both “I love eating pizza” and “I love to eat pizza.” At A1 level, practice the -ing form because it is simpler and more consistent.
4. Adverbs of Frequency
| Rule | Formula | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Adverbs of frequency go before the main verb. With to be, they go after the verb. | How often + do/does + subject + verb? | I sometimes like going to the cinema. He never enjoys cleaning his room. She is always happy. Q: How often do you go to the cinema? A: I sometimes go to the cinema. |
Model Dialogue
A: Do you like pizza? B: Yes, I do. I love pizza! A: Do you like salad? B: No, I don’t. I don’t like salad. A: What do you like? B: I like playing soccer and listening to music.
Practice Activities
Activity 1: Fill in the Blank
Complete with like or don’t like.
- I ________ coffee. ☕
- She ________ dancing. 💃
- They ________ pizza. 🍕
Activity 2: 🎧Shadowing
Repeat aloud to practice pronunciation, rhythm, and intonation.
- I like pizza.
- I don’t like coffee.
- Do you like soccer?
- Yes, I do. / No, I don’t.
- I like reading books in the evening.
- I don’t like swimming in cold water.
- Do you enjoy dancing at parties?
- Yes, I do. I love dancing with my friends.
- We hate waiting in long lines at the supermarket.