Daily Routine

I have a pretty busy but organized routine. I wake up early every day, around 6:30 a.m. My alarm clock
rings, and it usually takes me a few minutes to get out of bed because I like to snooze it once or twice.
But eventually, I get up and start my morning routine.

The first thing I do is wash my face and brush my teeth. I always feel much better after a shower, so I
take one right after I wake up. Once I’m clean and fresh, I go to the kitchen to prepare breakfast. I
usually have breakfast at 7:00 a.m. – something light like oatmeal with fruit or scrambled eggs with
toast. I also make a cup of coffee, which is essential to help me wake up completely.

After breakfast, I clean up the kitchen and pack my bag for work. I always make sure to check my to-do
list to see what tasks I have for the day. Sometimes I need to make a few adjustments, but I try to stick
to the plan. By 8:00 a.m., I leave for work, and I usually arrive by 9:00 a.m.

During the workday, I focus on my tasks and try to stay as productive as possible. Around 11:00 a.m., I
take a short break to clear my mind. I might go for a quick walk outside or simply stretch for a few
minutes. Taking breaks helps me stay focused for the rest of the day. At lunchtime, I usually have a light
meal. I often eat a salad, a sandwich, or leftovers from dinner the night before.

I finish work at around 5:30 p.m. and head home. Once I get home, I like to relax for a bit before starting
dinner. I take a 10-15 minute break, listen to music, or check my phone. Then, I begin cooking dinner. I
love cooking, so it’s a fun part of my day. I usually prepare something healthy, like grilled chicken,
vegetables, or pasta with tomato sauce.

After dinner, I try to spend some time with my family or relax by watching a TV show or reading a book. I
usually relax for an hour or so. Sometimes I also do some light cleaning around the house or finish any
tasks that I didn’t manage to do earlier in the day.

Before bed, I always wind down. I like to spend the last 30 minutes of my day reading or journaling. I
avoid using my phone or computer right before bed because I find that it helps me sleep better. I
usually go to bed at 10:30 p.m. and get a good 8 hours of sleep. Having a regular bedtime helps me feel
rested and ready to start the next day.

Vocabulary (translate the words)

wake up
get up
snooze
wash my face
brush my teeth
shower
prepare breakfast
have breakfast
clean up
pack my bag
to-do list
take a break
 go for a walk
stretch
have lunch
light meal
leftovers
finish work
head home
relax
listen to music
cook dinner
grilled chicken
vegetables
pasta with tomato sauce
spend time with family
wind down
read
journal
avoid
go to bed
sleep well
get a good night's sleep

Questions

1. What time do you usually wake up?

2. Do you get up immediately when your alarm rings?
3. What do you usually have for breakfast?
4. How often do you take breaks during the workday?
5. What time do you usually have lunch?
6. What kind of food do you like to prepare for dinner?
7. How do you usually relax in the evening?
8. Do you wind down before going to bed? How?
9. What time do you usually go to bed?
10. Do you think you get a good night's sleep?

Phrases on the topic daily routine

1. General description of the daily routine

 I usually wake up at 7 a.m. every day.

  My typical day starts around 6:30 a.m.
 I have a pretty busy routine during the week.
 My day starts with a cup of coffee.
 I like to get up early and start my day right away.
 My day is usually full of work and errands.

2. Morning

 I wake up to the sound of my alarm at 6:30 a.m.

 After I wake up, I get out of bed and stretch for a bit.
 I get dressed and take a shower before having breakfast.
 I usually have breakfast at 8 a.m.
 In the morning, I always make my bed right after I get up.
 I prefer to have a light breakfast like cereal or toast.

3. Work/Study

 I start work at 9 a.m. and usually finish around 6 p.m.

 I work from home, so I stay in my office most of the day.
 I have meetings scheduled throughout the day.
 During my lunch break, I like to go outside for a walk.
 After work, I sometimes check my emails or finish some tasks.

4. Household chores

 I usually do some cleaning in the morning before I start work.

 I try to do laundry once a week.
 After breakfast, I clean up the kitchen and do the dishes.
 On weekends, I do a deep cleaning of the house.
 I always make sure the house is tidy before going to bed.

5. Breaks & Relaxation

 I take a break every couple of hours to stay focused.

 I usually take a 20-minute break after working for an hour.
 I like to relax by reading a book or listening to music.
 I usually watch TV in the evening to unwind.
 I enjoy taking a walk in the park to clear my mind.

6. Dinner & Evening

 I try to have dinner by 7 p.m.

 I usually cook dinner at home, but sometimes I eat out.
  After dinner, I spend some time with my family.
 I like to relax and watch a movie before going to bed.
 Before bed, I like to have a cup of tea to help me relax.

7. Before Bed

 I try to turn off all screens at least 30 minutes before bed.

 I usually read a book before I go to sleep.
 I go to bed around 10:30 p.m. to get enough rest.
 I like to meditate or do some light stretching before sleeping.
 I set my alarm clock before going to bed to make sure I wake up on time.

8. Plans & Schedule

 I always plan my day the night before so I know what to expect.

 I keep a to-do list to stay organized throughout the day.
 On weekends, I like to keep my schedule more relaxed and flexible.
 I like to plan my meals for the week to save time.
 My schedule is quite busy, but I try to make time for everything.

9. Task completion

 I try to get the most important tasks done in the morning when I’m more productive.
 I usually focus on one task at a time to stay efficient.
 I like to check off tasks from my to-do list as I complete them.
 I tend to be more productive in the afternoon than in the morning.
 Sometimes I procrastinate, but I try to stay on track.

10. Asking about someone's routine

 What time do you wake up in the morning?

 What’s your typical day like?
 How do you usually spend your mornings?
 Do you follow a strict routine or do you prefer to be flexible?
 What do you usually do in the evenings after work?
 How do you stay productive throughout the day?
 Do you have any evening rituals before going to bed?

11. Weekend Routine

 On weekends, I like to sleep in a bit longer.

 I spend my weekends doing household chores and relaxing.
 On Saturdays, I usually go grocery shopping for the week.
  I like to do something fun on Sundays to relax before the week starts.
 My weekend routine is much more flexible than during the week.

12. Wishing for a Better Routine

 I wish I had more time in the morning to relax before work.

 I would love to start exercising regularly in the mornings.
 I’m trying to get better at sticking to my daily routine.
 I hope to improve my work-life balance this year.

Exercises

1. Fill in the gaps with the correct phrase from the list below.

[wake up, get up, breakfast, clean up, take a break, check my to-do list, go to bed, have dinner, relax]

1. I always ______ at 6:30 a.m. to start my day.

2. After I ______, I usually go for a shower.
3. I usually ______ at 7:30 a.m., just before I start working.
4. I like to ______ the kitchen after breakfast.
5. I make sure to ______ every couple of hours to stay productive.
6. Before starting work, I always ______ to see what I need to do.
7. I usually ______ around 10 p.m. to get a good night's sleep.
8. I ______ at home around 7 p.m. with my family.
9. After work, I like to ______ by watching TV or reading a book.

2. Translate the following sentences into English using phrases from the list.

1. Я обычно просыпаюсь в 7 утра.

2. После того как я проснусь, я сразу встаю.
3. Я люблю завтракать в 7:30.
4. Я всегда проверяю список дел перед тем, как начать работать.
5. После работы я обычно беру перерыв.
6. Я ложусь спать в 10 вечера.

3. Write a dialogue between two friends about their daily routines. Use at least 8 of the following
phrases:

 wake up
 get up
 have breakfast
 check my to-do list
  take a break
 go to bed
 clean up
 have dinner
4. Read the text and choose the correct option to fill in the blanks.

Every morning, I ______ (1) at 7:00 a.m. My alarm goes off, and I usually ______ (2) right away. After I
______ (3) my teeth, I take a quick shower. Then, I ______ (4) breakfast. I usually eat toast and drink
coffee. After breakfast, I ______ (5) my bag and leave the house. I work from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and
I ______ (6) a break around 12:00 p.m. to have lunch. I usually ______ (7) a sandwich or salad, and then
I go for a short walk to relax.

In the evening, after I ______ (8) work, I like to ______ (9) for 30 minutes to clear my mind. I ______
(10) dinner at 7:00 p.m. and relax for the rest of the evening. At 10:00 p.m., I start to wind down and
______ (11) a cup of tea before I go to bed. I always ______ (12) at 11:00 p.m.

Options for completing the passes:

1. a) get up
b) wake up
c) brush my teeth
2. a) get up
b) wake up
c) go to bed
3. a) brush
b) wash
c) make
4. a) have
b) get
c) do
5. a) check
b) pack
c) make
6. a) take
b) have
c) finish
7. a) eat
b) pack
c) take
8. a) finish
b) take
c) go
9. a) relax
b) go
c) sleep
10. a) make
b) have
c) take
11. a) drink
b) eat
c) take
 12. a) go to bed
b) finish
c) relax

Write a Reply Letter to a Friend About Your Daily Schedule

Your friend has written to you describing their daily schedule. He mentioned how he organize his
morning, afternoon, and evening and asked about your routine. Your task is to write a friendly reply,
sharing details about your daily schedule and comparing it to theirs.

Describe Your Schedule:

Write 10-12 sentences describing your typical day. Include:

 Start your letter with a friendly opening.

 When you wake up and start your day.
 What you do in the morning, afternoon, and evening.
 Use time expressions (at 7 a.m., in the evening, after lunch) and adverbs of frequency (usually,
always, sometimes).
 Ask your friend 3-4 questions about his schedule or plans.
 Don't forget to say goodbye to your friend