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Lesson Notes January 13, 2026 (TUESDAY ZOOM)

Words & Phrases

• My knee hurt, but I put on a medicated patch and it felt better.

• I’m carrying a little stress this week because of work.

• Synonyms: be under / be feeling / have been under

• If you keep really old coins and bills they might become more valuable.

• Years ago, I sold some gold jewelry and other things and made a profit.

• Synonyms: it was profitable

• If I had them now, I would make more money.

• Was it 18 carat gold?

• Carat is often used in jewelry and gold to indicate size and value.

• If I wear any type of rings, my fingers end up swelling.

• I can’t wear rings these days because my knuckles are swollen.

• On and off (adverb / phrase) = happening intermittently; starting and stopping repeatedly over a period of time rather than continuously.

• It rained on and off throughout the afternoon.

• They’ve been dating on and off for years.

• I’ve had a headache on and off since yesterday.

• Tag along (phrasal verb) = to describe accompanying someone, especially when you are not the main participant.

• My husband and I tagged along with a local walking circle last week.

• Can I tag along when you go to the bookstore?

• She didn’t plan to join us but ended up tagging along anyway.

Appropriate Language

• Accessories; a broader category of items that add or complete an outfit

• Examples: jewelry, watches, scarves, belts, hats, bags, sunglasses, etc

• Jewelry; items worn on the body, usually made of metal or gemstones

• Examples: rings, necklaces, earrings, bracelets, etc

• Note: ‘Jewelry’ is an uncountable noun

• Differences between ‘dinner’ and ‘supper’

• “Dinner” is the main meal of the day and is often eaten in the evening.

• “Supper” is a light evening meal and is usually smaller and more casual than dinner.