Start with people, objects and everyday needs
Learn greetings, numbers, colours, familiar objects and common actions. Connect an object with its word, then add a short phrase: “a red bag” or “two small cups”. Use real objects around you so that each word has a clear meaning.
Introduce yourself and ask simple questions
Practise “My name is…”, “I am from…” and “I live in…”. Then ask a partner “What is your name?” or “Where do you live?” Keep the exchange short. Learn a help phrase such as “Please speak slowly” so you can manage a conversation when you do not understand everything.
Use basic sentence patterns
Combine I/you/he/she with am/is/are. Add familiar present-simple verbs for routines: “I study English” and “She works here.” Include negatives and questions using the same simple vocabulary. Learn articles and plurals in context: “a book”, “an apple”, “three books”.
Read a short message, then respond
Try a sign, a two-sentence note or a simple timetable. Read this example: “Hi Lee. Class starts at nine. Bring your book.” Identify the time and the thing to bring. Write a short reply: “Thanks. I will bring my book.” Understanding the practical message matters more than naming every grammar rule.
A beginner practice sequence
First recognise a word, then recall its meaning, put it in a sentence and use it in a short exchange. Mix familiar content with a small amount of new language. If several mistakes concern the same pattern, review that pattern before increasing difficulty. These examples are beginner practice, not a formal A1 assessment.
Examples to practise
I am Lina. I live in Paris.
Can I have some water, please?
The bag is under the chair.
Try it yourself
Read: “The bus leaves at eight.” What time does it leave?
Seven · Eight · Nine
Check the answer and explanation
Eight. Find the time directly in the sentence before choosing an answer.
A practical first class
New to English letters? Preview English Class 1 and its alphabet mini classes. Then practise word meaning and recall and short sentence patterns.