Speaking - The Power of Laughter

Laughter is a universal language! Even at the A1 level, you can talk about what makes you happy and who makes you smile. Let's practice some simple words and phrases to help you express joy in English.

Vocabulary

• Joke: A short story that makes people laugh.
• Example: My friend told a very funny joke today.
• Smile: To turn up the corners of your mouth because you are happy.
• Example: I always smile when I see my dog.
• Funny: Something that causes laughter.
• Example: This cartoon is very funny.
• Laugh: The sound you make when you are happy or hear a joke.
• Example: We laugh a lot when we are together.
• Happy: Feeling or showing pleasure.
• Example: Laughter makes me feel very happy.

Useful Expressions

• "That's so funny!"
• "I like to laugh with..."
• "It makes me smile."
• "I love your smile."

Key Questions

• Do you like to laugh?
• Sample Answer: Yes, I do! I love to laugh because it makes me feel happy.
• What makes you laugh?
• Sample Answer: Funny videos on the internet and good jokes make me laugh.
• Who is the funniest person you know?
• Sample Answer: My best friend is the funniest person I know. He always makes me smile.

Activity

Talk about laughter for 1 to 2 minutes. Try to answer these points in your speech:

• Do you laugh every day?
• Who do you like to laugh with? (Friends? Family?)
• Why is laughter important for you?