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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 2026-10-14

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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

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Good to know in Australia

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί Dates are written day/month/year in Australia, so 04/07 is 4 July, not April 7. Many Australians say 'this arvo' for 'this afternoon'.