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Lesson 3: Time, days and making plans

Tell the time, talk about days and dates, and make plans with someone. About 10 minutes.

Updated 2026-10-16

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1. Key phrases

Press πŸ”Š to hear each phrase, then say it out loud.

  • What time is it? Ask the time.
  • It's half past three. 3:30. You can also say 'three thirty'.
  • It's quarter to nine. 8:45.
  • Are you free on Saturday? Ask if someone is available.
  • How about 10 o'clock? Suggest a time.
  • That works for me. Agree to a plan.
  • Sorry, I can't make it. Say no politely.
  • Let's catch up next week. 'Catch up' means meet and talk.

2. Listen to the conversation

Play the conversation, then press Practise as "Lina" to take a part yourself.

3. Say it yourself

Listen, then say each sentence. Fill in your own details where you see "…". In Chrome, Edge or Safari, press 🎀 and your browser checks how clearly you said it.

4. Quick check

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Frequently asked questions

What are useful English phrases for time, days and making plans?

'What time is it?' (ask the time). 'It's half past three.' (3:30. You can also say 'three thirty'). 'It's quarter to nine.' (8:45). 'Are you free on Saturday?' (ask if someone is available).

How can I practise time, days and making plans in English?

Listen to the key phrases and say them out loud, play the conversation and role-play one side, use the speaking check to hear how clearly you speak, then take the quick quiz. It takes about 10 minutes.