English Vocabulary for ESL learners
USEFUL PHRASES AND EXPRESSIONS
SUGGESTING LEISURE ACTIVITIES
Ways to make, accept or reject a suggestion.
Here are some phrases to help you suggest a leisure activity, and ways to accept or reject a suggestion.
- MAKING A SUGGESTION
- Would you like to visit the old town?
- The castle is worth a visit apparently. Shall we go there?
- I'd like to go swimming. How about you?
- How about a walk along the pier?
- A guided tour might be a good idea?
- How do you feel about a boat trip?
- We could always go shopping….?
- It would be nice to go to the beach.
- How about a picnic?
- Shall we go for a walk in the park?
- It's beginning to rain. Why don’t we go to the cinema?
- I suggest we visit the zoo or the marine park.
- We might as well visit the exhibition while we’re here.
- What would you say to a cup of coffee?
- Do you fancy an ice cream/a cup of tea/ a beer/a glass of wine?
- Couldn’t we invite the Windsors for a game of cards this evening?
- Why not treat ourselves to a restaurant?
- We could go dancing if you like?
- How about combining dinner and a boat trip?
- Let's see if there are any shows worth going to.
- Agreeing:
- Yes, I would actually. Let’s go!
- Super. I’d like that too!
- That could be fun. Why not?
- Yes, that sounds like a good idea!
- Ok, I feel like taking a walk.
- That’s not a bad idea. Let’s do that.
- That’s a good idea! Why not?
- Yes, I’d like that / I’d love to.
- That’s exactly what I’d like right now!
- I’d love an ice cream/beer etc.
- Yes, why not? That’s a great idea!
- Rejecting or Disagreeing:
- Sorry. Some other time perhaps.
- I’m not sure. Perhaps we could …?
- Oh no! That’s not a good idea!
- Well, yes, but I’d rather…
- Sorry. That sort of thing is not exactly my cup of tea!
- Sorry. I’m not keen on exhibitions.
- I'm afraid I'm not really interested in historical buildings.
- No thanks. I'm not thirsty. Later on perhaps.
- Sorry, I'm not tempted by that at all!
- I think it's too hot/cold/windy to do that.
- Sorry. I couldn't walk another step - I'm exhausted!
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