Everyone has a daily schedule. We often talk about our plans, appointments, free time, and routines with friends, family, classmates, and coworkers. In this lesson, you’ll practice natural conversations about schedules that people use in everyday life.
Pro Tip: Native speakers usually don’t list every activity. They often give a simple overview like, “I’m busy in the morning, but I’m free after lunch.”
Useful Expressions
- What’s your schedule like today?
- Are you free this afternoon?
- I’m busy all morning.
- I have a meeting at 10.
- Let’s meet after work.
- Does that time work for you?
- I’m available after 5.
- Can we reschedule?
- That sounds good.
- I’m running a little late.
- I have a lot to do today.
- My day is fully booked.
- I have some free time.
- Let’s find another time.
- See you then!
Questions & Answers
1. What’s your schedule like today?
I’m busy until noon, but I’m free in the afternoon.
2. Are you free this evening?
Yes, I am. We can meet after 7.
3. What time does your class start?
It starts at 9 o’clock.
4. Can we meet tomorrow?
Sure. What time works for you?
5. Why are you busy today?
I have several meetings.
6. Do you usually make a daily schedule?
Yes, it helps me stay organized.
7. When do you usually finish work?
I usually finish at 6 p.m.
8. Can we change our meeting time?
Of course. Let’s make it 4 p.m.
9. Are you available this weekend?
Yes, I’m free on Saturday.
10. What are your plans for tomorrow?
I’m visiting my grandparents in the morning and relaxing in the evening.
Conversation
Emma: Hi, David. Are you free today?
David: I’m a little busy. Why?
Emma: I wanted to meet for coffee.
David: Sounds nice. What time?
Emma: Around 4 p.m.?
David: I have a meeting until 3:30.
Emma: So, 4:30?
David: That works perfectly.
Emma: Great! I’ll see you then.
David: Looking forward to it.
Real-Life Conversation
Priya: Hi, Rahul. What are you doing today?
Rahul: I have a busy morning.
Priya: Really? What’s on your schedule?
Rahul: I have an online class at 9.
Priya: And after that?
Rahul: I have lunch with my cousin.
Priya: Sounds nice.
Rahul: Then I need to finish some office work.
Priya: Are you free this evening?
Rahul: I think so.
Priya: Would you like to watch a movie?
Rahul: Sure! What time?
Priya: Around 7:30.
Rahul: That should be fine.
Priya: Great. I’ll book the tickets.
Rahul: Which movie are we watching?
Priya: The new comedy.
Rahul: I’ve heard it’s really funny.
Priya: Yes, everyone recommends it.
Rahul: Where should we meet?
Priya: Let’s meet at the cinema entrance.
Rahul: I’ll be there ten minutes early.
Priya: Perfect. See you this evening.
Rahul: See you later!
Quick Practice
A. Change the Words
Replace the bold words with your own information.
- I’m busy this morning.
- I have a meeting at 2 p.m.
- I’m free on Friday.
- Let’s meet at 6 p.m.
- My class starts at 9 o’clock.
B. Answer the Questions
- What’s your schedule today?
- When are you usually free?
- Do you make a weekly schedule?
- What do you usually do after work or school?
- Are you busy this weekend?
C. Complete the Sentences
- I have ________ at 10 o’clock.
- I’m free after ________.
- Let’s meet at ________.
- I usually finish work at ________.
- Tomorrow I plan to ________.
Speaking Challenge
Speak for 1–2 minutes without reading.
Talk about your schedule using these points:
- What time you wake up
- Your morning activities
- Work or school schedule
- What you do in the afternoon
- Your evening plans
- Your free time
- What you will do tomorrow
Try to use these expressions:
- I’m busy…
- I’m free…
- I have…
- Let’s…
- That works for me.
- See you then.
Common Mistakes
| Incorrect | Correct |
|---|---|
| I am free in 5 PM. | I am free at 5 PM. |
| I have meeting today. | I have a meeting today. |
| Let’s meet on 4 PM. | Let’s meet at 4 PM. |
| I’m busy from morning. | I’m busy since morning or all morning. |
| My schedule is very full today. (unnatural in conversation) | My schedule is fully booked today. |
Lesson Summary
- What’s your schedule like?
- Are you free today?
- I’m busy this morning.
- I’m available after…
- I have a meeting at…
- Can we reschedule?
- Does that time work for you?
- Let’s meet after work.
- That works for me.
- See you then!
