Planning a party is something people often talk about with friends, family, or coworkers. In this lesson, you’ll experience natural conversations about inviting people, choosing a place, deciding on food, and making plans together.
Pro Tip: Native speakers often use casual expressions like I’m in!, Sounds great!, Count me in!, and What time should we meet? These make your conversations sound more natural and friendly.
Useful Expressions
- Are you free this weekend?
- Do you want to come to the party?
- I’m planning a small party.
- Count me in!
- That sounds like fun.
- What time does it start?
- Where is the party?
- I’ll bring some snacks.
- Who else is coming?
- Let’s meet there.
- I can’t wait!
- Sorry, I already have plans.
- I’ll let you know.
- See you there!
- It’s going to be amazing.
Questions & Answers
1. Are you free on Saturday?
Yes, I am.
2. Would you like to come to my party?
Sure! I’d love to.
3. What time does the party start?
It starts at 7 p.m.
4. Where is the party?
It’s at my house.
5. Who is coming?
Some friends from work and college.
6. Can I bring a friend?
Yes, of course.
7. What should I bring?
You can bring drinks or snacks.
8. Are we having dinner there?
Yes, dinner will be served.
9. What if I arrive late?
That’s okay. Just let me know.
10. Are you excited about the party?
Yes! I can’t wait.
Conversation
Emma: Hi, are you free this Saturday?
Ryan: Yes, why?
Emma: I’m planning a birthday party.
Ryan: That sounds great!
Emma: Would you like to come?
Ryan: Of course. What time does it start?
Emma: Around 7 p.m.
Ryan: Where is it?
Emma: At my apartment.
Ryan: Perfect. I’ll be there.
Emma: Great! See you on Saturday.
Ryan: Looking forward to it!
Real-Life Conversation
Ava: Hey, do you have any plans this Friday?
Noah: Not yet. Why do you ask?
Ava: I’m organizing a small party at my place.
Noah: Really? What’s the occasion?
Ava: I got a new job, so I want to celebrate.
Noah: Congratulations! I’d love to come.
Ava: Thanks! It starts around 6:30 p.m.
Noah: Should I bring anything?
Ava: If you want, you can bring some soft drinks.
Noah: Sure, no problem.
Ava: A few of our friends are coming too.
Noah: That’s nice. Will there be dinner?
Ava: Yes, I’m ordering pizza and pasta.
Noah: Sounds delicious.
Ava: We’re also planning to play some games.
Noah: That’ll be fun.
Ava: Please don’t be late.
Noah: I’ll try to arrive on time.
Ava: Great. The address is in the invitation.
Noah: I received it.
Ava: Call me if you have trouble finding the place.
Noah: I will. Thanks.
Ava: See you on Friday!
Noah: See you then. I can’t wait!
Quick Practice
A. Change the words
Example:
birthday party → farewell party
- birthday party → ____________
- snacks → ____________
- Saturday → ____________
- apartment → ____________
- friends → ____________
B. Answer the questions
- Would you like to go to a party this weekend?
- What would you bring to a party?
- What time do parties usually start in your city?
- Who do you usually invite to a party?
- What food do you enjoy at parties?
C. Complete the sentences
- I’m planning a ____________.
- The party starts at ____________.
- I’ll bring ____________.
- See you ____________.
- I can’t ____________!
Speaking Challenge
Imagine your friend asks about your weekend plans.
Speak for 1–2 minutes and include:
- What kind of party it is
- Where it will be
- What time it starts
- Who is coming
- What food or activities are planned
- What you will bring
- Why you are excited
Try to use at least 8 useful expressions from this lesson.
Common Mistakes
| Incorrect | Correct |
|---|---|
| I am going in party. | I am going to the party. |
| Party is on my home. | The party is at my home. |
| I will come in 7 p.m. | I will come at 7 p.m. |
| I am very exciting. | I am very excited. |
| I waiting for party. | I am waiting for the party. |
Lesson Summary
Key Expressions
- Are you free this weekend?
- Would you like to come?
- Count me in!
- That sounds like fun.
- What time does it start?
- Where is the party?
- I’ll bring some snacks.
- Who else is coming?
- See you there!
- I can’t wait!
