In this lesson, you will learn how to express what you like and dislike in English. This is a very important topic because it allows you to share your preferences and opinions with others. Let’s get started!
Vocabulary: Common Words for Likes and Dislikes
Here are some common words and phrases you can use to talk about things you like or dislike.
Words for Likes:
| Word/Phrase | Meaning | Example Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| Like | To enjoy or have a positive feeling about something. | I like pizza. |
| Love | To have a very strong positive feeling about something. | She loves reading books. |
| Enjoy | To take pleasure in doing something. | They enjoy playing soccer. |
| Be fond of | To have a liking or affection for something. | He is fond of classical music. |
Words for Dislikes:
| Word/Phrase | Meaning | Example Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| Dislike | To not enjoy or have a negative feeling about something. | I dislike cold weather. |
| Hate | To have a very strong negative feeling about something. | She hates spiders. |
| Can’t stand | To find something unbearable or very unpleasant. | He can’t stand loud noises. |
| Don’t enjoy | To not take pleasure in doing something. | They don’t enjoy watching horror movies. |
Grammar: How to Express Likes and Dislikes
To express likes and dislikes in English, we often use the verbs like, love, dislike, and hate. Here’s how to use them:
Positive Sentences
- Use like + noun or like + verb-ing.
- I like coffee.
- She likes swimming.
- Use love + noun or love + verb-ing for stronger feelings.
- He loves ice cream.
- We love traveling.
Negative Sentences
- Use don’t/doesn’t like + noun or don’t/doesn’t like + verb-ing.
- I don’t like broccoli.
- She doesn’t like running.
- Use hate + noun or hate + verb-ing for stronger negative feelings.
- They hate rainy days.
- He hates waiting in line.
Questions
- Use Do/Does + subject + like + noun/verb-ing?
- Do you like chocolate?
- Does she like dancing?
Practice Games
Key Takeaways
- Use like, love, dislike, and hate to express preferences.
- Add noun or verb-ing after these words to complete the sentence.
- Practice forming questions to ask about other people’s preferences.
Lesson Practice
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