The Importance of Regular Writing Practice for English Proficiency.

Practising writing on everyday topics regularly can make a big difference in your English skills.

Writing about different topics helps you build your vocabulary, improve your sentence structure, and get comfortable with phrases you’ll use often. It’s like working out your language muscles, so when you speak, the words come more naturally, and you can express yourself clearly and confidently.

How It Works.

By writing a short piece three times a week, you get to practice new vocabulary, phrases, and phrasal verbs in a meaningful way. Each topic encourages you to think in English, organizing your thoughts to communicate ideas effectively. When you describe everyday experiences—like your daily routine, hobbies, or recent events—you’re training your brain to use English in practical, relatable contexts.

The Benefits.

  • Improved Vocabulary: Writing helps reinforce the meaning and use of new words. Each topic includes 10 keywords and phrases, helping you learn the language you need for everyday conversations.
  • Better Grammar and Structure: You can experiment with different sentence structures, making your writing—and eventually your speaking—more dynamic and engaging.
  • Fluency with Phrasal Verbs: Native speakers use a lot of phrasal verbs, so getting comfortable with them will make you sound more natural and less formal.

How to Use the Topics and Vocabulary Lists.

Each topic is like a mini lesson. Choose one, then use the keywords and phrasal verbs to guide your writing. Don’t worry about making it perfect—focus on using the words and phrases naturally. The goal is progress, not perfection.

Example:

If the topic is “Daily Routine,” try describing your day using some of the phrasal verbs and keywords provided. You could write about how you “wake up,” “head out” for work, “take a break” during the day, and “wind down” in the evening. This practice turns everyday routines into learning opportunities, helping you get used to using English comfortably in different situations.

By sticking to this routine, your English proficiency will grow, and you’ll feel more confident using the language in real conversations.

Organizing the topics into separate tables can enhance comprehension. Below are the 17 topics, each with relevant keywords, phrases, and phrasal verbs.

1. Daily Routine

Keywords/PhrasesPhrasal Verbs
morningwake up
commuteget ready
workhead out
lunchcatch up on
meetingstake a break
taskswrap up
breakwind down
eveningturn in
dinnerset up
bedtimeclean up

2. Hobbies and Interests

Keywords/PhrasesPhrasal Verbs
readingpick up
sportsget into
musictry out
cookingsign up for
travelingtake up
photographygive up
paintinglook forward to
gardeningjoin in
gaminghang out
volunteeringshow up

3. Family and Relationships

Keywords/PhrasesPhrasal Verbs
parentsgrow up
siblingsget along
friendslook after
partnertake after
childrenbring up
gatheringsget together
celebrationshang out
supportlook forward to
communicationbreak up
traditionsmake up

4. Health and Fitness

Keywords/PhrasesPhrasal Verbs
exercisework out
dietwarm up
gymcool down
yogacut down on
runningput on weight
meditationtake up
sleepget in shape
nutritionstay fit
wellnessgive up
routinecheck up on

5. Work and Career

Keywords/PhrasesPhrasal Verbs
jobtake on
responsibilitiestake over
promotionset up
colleaguescarry out
meetingsfollow up
deadlineslook after
projectsget ahead
skillsmove up
goalsstep down
achievementscall off

6. Education and Learning

Keywords/PhrasesPhrasal Verbs
schoolcatch up on
universitydrop out
coursessign up for
assignmentshand in
examslook up
studygo over
gradestake notes
teachersget through
classmatesbrush up on
graduationfall behind

7. Travel and Vacations

Keywords/PhrasesPhrasal Verbs
destinationset off
itinerarycheck in
flightcheck out
hoteltake off
sightseeingget away
adventurelook around
culturestop over
relaxationpick up
passportdrop off
luggageget back

8. Food and Cooking

Keywords/PhrasesPhrasal Verbs
recipeswhip up
ingredientscut out
cookingheat up
bakingcool down
mealsset aside
restaurantsmix in
cuisineboil over
flavorschop up
nutritionserve up
diningclean up

9. Shopping and Fashion

Keywords/PhrasesPhrasal Verbs
clothestry on
accessoriespick out
shopping mallput on
online shoppingtake off
salescheck out
discountsrun out of
brandsshop around
trendslook for
fitting roomget in
checkoutsend back

10. Technology and Gadgets

Keywords/PhrasesPhrasal Verbs
smartphonelog in
computerlog out
appsset up
internetturn on
social mediaturn off
gamingback up
softwareshut down
hardwareboot up
updatesget online
troubleshootingrun into

11. Entertainment and Media

Keywords/PhrasesPhrasal Verbs
moviescheck out
TV showstune in
musicturn on
booksturn off
podcastscatch up on
concertslook forward to
theaterput on
streamingtake off
reviewsget into
recommendationsshow up

12. Home and Living

Keywords/PhrasesPhrasal Verbs
apartmentmove in
housemove out
furnitureset up
decorationclean up
maintenancefix up
cleaningtake care of
billsput away
neighborshang up
utilitiesturn on
repairsturn off

13. Social Events and Gatherings

Keywords/PhrasesPhrasal Verbs
partyshow up
celebrationturn up
invitationset up
guestsclean up
hosthang out
venueget together
decorationsbreak up
foodcall off
drinksput off
entertainmentlook forward to

14. Personal Development

Keywords/PhrasesPhrasal Verbs
goalswork on
motivationgive up
habitstake up
skillsset up
growthcarry out
challengeslook forward to
achievementsget ahead
learningmove up
improvementstep down
successcall off

15. Environment and Nature

Keywords/PhrasesPhrasal Verbs
parksclean up
wildlifecut down on
conservationset up
pollutioncarry out
recyclingturn off
sustainabilityturn on
climate changebreak down
ecosystemsclean up
biodiversitypump out
green spacesfilter out

16. Sports and Recreation

Keywords/PhrasesPhrasal Verbs
footballwork out
basketballwarm up
tenniscool down
swimmingcut down on
gymput on weight
exercisetake up
competitionget in shape
teamstay fit
traininggive up
fitnesscheck up on

17. News and Current Events

Keywords/PhrasesPhrasal Verbs
headlinescatch up on
politicslook into
economybring up
healthturn out
technologybreak down
internationalcheck out
localget across
updatesrun into
reportsrun over
discussionsturn in

Examples of Texts for Practice:

  • Topic: Daily Routine
    “Every morning, I wake up at 6:30 and get ready for the day. I usually head out by 7:15 to catch the bus to work. After a busy day of meetings and tasks, I finally wind down in the evening by reading a book and having dinner before bedtime.”

  • Topic: Personal Development
    “I’m currently working on developing new habits to stay motivated and focused on my goals. I’ve taken up morning meditation to improve my focus and look forward to learning something new every day. It’s a continuous journey of improvement, but I believe that each small step counts.”