Sports Day Is Coming (J7B)
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EN: Use 'be going to + verb' to talk about plans or intentions that you have already decided to do in the future.
I am going to visit my grandmother tomorrow.
EN: In Western schools, joining clubs (like the singing club, drama club, or sports clubs) is a very popular way for students to make friends and develop hobbies outside of regular classes.
EN: We use 'be going to + verb' to talk about plans or events in the future that we are sure will happen.
We are going to play basketball tomorrow.
EN: In many schools, 'sports day' is a major annual event where students compete in various athletic events. It is highly anticipated and fosters teamwork and school spirit.
EN: Use 'be going to + verb' to talk about future plans or intentions that you have already decided to do.
I am going to play soccer tomorrow.
EN: In school sports days, the 'relay' (relay race) is often the most anticipated and exciting team event, emphasizing cooperation and team spirit.
EN: The pattern 'Are you going to + verb' is used to ask about someone's future plans or intentions.
Are you going to play soccer tomorrow?
EN: We use 'be going to' followed by a base verb to talk about future plans or things we expect to happen soon.
It is going to be fun.
EN: Use 'be going to + verb' to talk about future plans or intentions that have already been decided.
We are going to play soccer tomorrow.
EN: In school sports days or field days, classes or teams are often divided by colors (e.g., blue team, red team) and wear matching colored t-shirts to show unity and team spirit.
EN: We use 'I think (that)...' to express our opinion or belief about something. The word 'that' is often left out in casual conversation.
I think it will rain tomorrow.
EN: In school sports days, the 'relay' (relay race) is traditionally the most anticipated and exciting event of the day, as it requires teamwork and represents class unity.
EN: Use 'will' followed by the base form of a verb to talk about future actions or promises.
I will help you with your homework.
EN: In school sports days or athletic events in Western culture, cheering loudly and making signs or flags is a very common way to show team spirit and support classmates, emphasizing participation and fun.
EN: Use 'be going to + verb' to talk about plans or intentions for the future.
We are going to play soccer tomorrow.
EN: We use 'Will you + verb...?' to ask someone about their future plans or to make a polite invitation/request.
Will you come to my party tomorrow?
EN: In school sports days, 'the long race' usually refers to long-distance running events (like 800m or 1500m), which require endurance, unlike short sprints.
EN: We use 'be going to + verb' to talk about future plans or intentions that we have already decided on.
We are going to play soccer tomorrow.
EN: In school sports events or competitions, 'do our best' is a very common and positive phrase used to show sportsmanship and team spirit, emphasizing effort over just winning.
EN: We use 'be going to + verb' to talk about future plans or things we are sure will happen based on what we know now.
The weather is going to be sunny tomorrow.
EN: In many English-speaking schools, 'sports day' is an annual event where students compete in various athletic activities. It is highly anticipated and focuses on team spirit and fun.
EN: The phrase 'be going to' is used to talk about future plans or events that are already decided.
We are going to have a party tomorrow.
EN: In many English-speaking countries, school 'sports days' (sometimes called 'field days') are annual events filled with fun, competitive physical activities and team-building games, rather than just professional track and field events.
EN: Use 'be going to + verb' to talk about future plans or intentions that have already been decided.
We are going to play soccer tomorrow.
EN: In school contexts, 'events' refers to the different sports or competitions held during a sports day, such as the relay, high jump, or long jump.
EN: We use 'be going to + verb' to talk about future plans or intentions that have already been decided.
I am going to play basketball tomorrow.
EN: The pattern 'be going to + verb' is used to talk about future plans or intentions that have already been decided.
We are going to play basketball tomorrow.
EN: Use 'be going to + verb' to talk about future plans or intentions that have already been decided.
He is going to play basketball tomorrow.
EN: In school sports days (especially in Commonwealth countries and international schools), track and field events like the 'long jump' are very popular and traditional activities that students look forward to.
EN: We use 'be going to + verb' to talk about future plans or intentions that have already been decided.
We are going to play soccer tomorrow.
EN: In American schools, the 'cheering squad' (or cheerleaders) plays a major role in sports events like sports days or football games, leading the crowd to support the school team and boost morale.
EN: The phrase 'I think (that)...' is used to express an opinion or belief. The word 'that' is often left out in casual conversation. It is followed by a complete sentence showing what you think.
I think our team will win the game.
EN: We use 'be going to + verb' to talk about plans or intentions that we have already decided to do in the future.
We are going to play basketball tomorrow.
EN: We use 'the most + adjective' to make the superlative form for longer adjectives (usually those with two or more syllables). It means 'more than all others' in a group.
This is the most beautiful park in the city.
EN: In many English-speaking schools, the school year is divided into 'terms' (usually three terms: autumn, spring, and summer) or 'semesters' (two halves). 'Sports day' is a highly anticipated annual event in these schools, filled with friendly competition and team spirit.
EN: Use 'be going to + verb' to ask about or talk about future plans that have already been decided.
What are you going to do this weekend?
EN: In school contexts, 'sports day' is a very common annual event in many English-speaking countries (like the UK and Australia) where students compete in various athletic events. It is a day focused on teamwork, school spirit, and fun.
EN: We use 'be going to + verb' to talk about plans or intentions we have already decided to do in the future.
I am going to play soccer tomorrow.
EN: In school sports days (especially in Commonwealth countries and East Asia), track and field events like the 'high jump' and 'relay' are very popular and foster a strong sense of class teamwork and friendly competition.
EN: Use 'be going to + verb' to talk about future plans or intentions that you have already decided to do.
I am going to visit my grandmother tomorrow.
EN: Use 'Will it be + adjective?' to ask about future weather conditions. 'Will' is a helping verb used for the future, and 'be' is the main verb here.
Will it be cold tomorrow?
EN: In English-speaking countries, outdoor school events like sports days are highly dependent on the weather. Asking 'Will it be sunny?' is a very common way to express hope for good weather so the event can go ahead as planned.
EN: We use 'will' followed by the base form of a verb (like 'be') to make predictions about the future, especially when we believe or hope something will happen.
The test will be easy.
EN: In English-speaking countries, discussing the weather is a very common and polite way to make small talk or express shared hopes for outdoor events like sports days.
EN: We use 'be going to + verb' to talk about plans or intentions for the future.
We are going to play soccer tomorrow.
EN: Use 'until' to show that an action continues up to a specific time or event. In this sentence, the cheering continues up to the point when the voice is gone.
I will wait here until it stops raining.
EN: In school sports events, cheering for your class or team is a major part of the experience. The phrase 'until my voice is gone' is a common, enthusiastic hyperbole (exaggeration) used to show extreme dedication and support.
EN: We use 'be going to + verb' to ask about someone's future plans or intentions. In questions, we put 'Am/Is/Are' at the beginning of the sentence.
Are you going to play soccer tomorrow?
EN: In school sports days, the 'relay' (especially the class relay) is often the most anticipated and exciting event, as it requires teamwork and involves many students cheering together.
EN: The phrase 'be going to' is used to talk about future plans or intentions that have already been decided.
I am going to study tonight.
EN: The phrase 'give my best' or 'do my best' is highly encouraged in school and sports contexts in English-speaking cultures, emphasizing effort and personal growth over just winning.
EN: The phrase 'be going to' is used to talk about future plans, intentions, or predictions based on current evidence. Followed by a base verb, it expresses that something is expected to happen.
They are going to win the game.
EN: The verb 'shine' literally means to produce light, but in school and sports contexts, it is commonly used metaphorically to mean 'to do exceptionally well' or 'to stand out'.
Key vocabulary words with IPA pronunciation, definitions, example sentences, and interactive quizzes.
Phrases with type tags, bilingual definitions, usage notes, and example sentences.
An event held by a school in which students take part in competitive sporting activities.
To participate or be involved in an activity.
To try as hard as one can to achieve something.
A group of people organized to lead cheering at sports events.
To lose one's voice, usually from shouting, singing, or being sick.