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This ESL EFL free worksheet contains an exercise about classroom language. The worksheet has an answer key.
Classroom Language Vocabulary:
| Word / Phrase | Definition | Example Sentence | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Good morning | A polite greeting used in the morning. | “Good morning, class! How are you today?” | Used to greet students at the beginning of the day. |
| Good afternoon | A polite greeting used in the afternoon. | “Good afternoon, everyone. Let’s begin our lesson.” | Used to greet students after midday. |
| Goodbye / Bye | A polite farewell. | “Goodbye, see you tomorrow!” | Used to bid farewell at the end of the class. |
| Please | A polite request or instruction. | “Please take out your textbooks.” | Used to politely request or instruct students. |
| Thank you | An expression of gratitude. | “Thank you for your hard work today.” | Used to express appreciation to students. |
| Excuse me | A polite way to get someone’s attention. | “Excuse me, may I ask a question?” | Used to politely interrupt or ask for attention. |
| May I go to the bathroom? | A polite request for permission. | “Teacher, may I go to the bathroom, please?” | Used by students to request permission to leave class. |
| Can you repeat that? | A request to hear something again. | “I didn’t catch that. Can you repeat it?” | Used to ask the teacher or classmates to repeat. |
| I don’t understand | A statement indicating a lack of comprehension. | “I’m sorry, I don’t understand this concept.” | Used by students to express confusion or lack of understanding. |
| What’s the homework? | A question about assigned tasks outside class. | “Teacher, what’s the homework for tonight?” | Used by students to inquire about homework assignments. |
| I have a question | A statement indicating a desire to ask something. | “Excuse me, I have a question about the lesson.” | Used to indicate a desire to ask something. |
| Raise your hand | A request for students to signal to speak. | “Please raise your hand if you want to speak.” | Used by teachers to manage classroom discussions. |
| Sit down / Take a seat | An instruction for students to be seated. | “Class, please take your seats.” | Used by teachers to organize students in the classroom. |
Effective classroom language is essential for maintaining order, facilitating learning, and creating a positive learning environment. These phrases help establish clear communication between teachers and students, fostering a conducive atmosphere for teaching and learning.
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