Keep calm and carry on!
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/Phrases | Phrasal Verbs |
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morning | wake up |
commute | get ready |
work | head out |
lunch | catch up on |
meetings | take a break |
tasks | wrap up |
break | wind down |
evening | turn in |
dinner | set up |
bedtime | clean up |
2. Hobbies and Interests
Keywords/Phrases | Phrasal Verbs |
---|---|
reading | pick up |
sports | get into |
music | try out |
cooking | sign up for |
traveling | take up |
photography | give up |
painting | look forward to |
gardening | join in |
gaming | hang out |
volunteering | show up |
3. Family and Relationships
Keywords/Phrases | Phrasal Verbs |
---|---|
parents | grow up |
siblings | get along |
friends | look after |
partner | take after |
children | bring up |
gatherings | get together |
celebrations | hang out |
support | look forward to |
communication | break up |
traditions | make up |
4. Health and Fitness
Keywords/Phrases | Phrasal Verbs |
---|---|
exercise | work out |
diet | warm up |
gym | cool down |
yoga | cut down on |
running | put on weight |
meditation | take up |
sleep | get in shape |
nutrition | stay fit |
wellness | give up |
routine | check up on |
5. Work and Career
Keywords/Phrases | Phrasal Verbs |
---|---|
job | take on |
responsibilities | take over |
promotion | set up |
colleagues | carry out |
meetings | follow up |
deadlines | look after |
projects | get ahead |
skills | move up |
goals | step down |
achievements | call off |
6. Education and Learning
Keywords/Phrases | Phrasal Verbs |
---|---|
school | catch up on |
university | drop out |
courses | sign up for |
assignments | hand in |
exams | look up |
study | go over |
grades | take notes |
teachers | get through |
classmates | brush up on |
graduation | fall behind |
7. Travel and Vacations
Keywords/Phrases | Phrasal Verbs |
---|---|
destination | set off |
itinerary | check in |
flight | check out |
hotel | take off |
sightseeing | get away |
adventure | look around |
culture | stop over |
relaxation | pick up |
passport | drop off |
luggage | get back |
8. Food and Cooking
Keywords/Phrases | Phrasal Verbs |
---|---|
recipes | whip up |
ingredients | cut out |
cooking | heat up |
baking | cool down |
meals | set aside |
restaurants | mix in |
cuisine | boil over |
flavors | chop up |
nutrition | serve up |
dining | clean up |
9. Shopping and Fashion
Keywords/Phrases | Phrasal Verbs |
---|---|
clothes | try on |
accessories | pick out |
shopping mall | put on |
online shopping | take off |
sales | check out |
discounts | run out of |
brands | shop around |
trends | look for |
fitting room | get in |
checkout | send back |
10. Technology and Gadgets
Keywords/Phrases | Phrasal Verbs |
---|---|
smartphone | log in |
computer | log out |
apps | set up |
internet | turn on |
social media | turn off |
gaming | back up |
software | shut down |
hardware | boot up |
updates | get online |
troubleshooting | run into |
11. Entertainment and Media
Keywords/Phrases | Phrasal Verbs |
---|---|
movies | check out |
TV shows | tune in |
music | turn on |
books | turn off |
podcasts | catch up on |
concerts | look forward to |
theater | put on |
streaming | take off |
reviews | get into |
recommendations | show up |
12. Home and Living
Keywords/Phrases | Phrasal Verbs |
---|---|
apartment | move in |
house | move out |
furniture | set up |
decoration | clean up |
maintenance | fix up |
cleaning | take care of |
bills | put away |
neighbors | hang up |
utilities | turn on |
repairs | turn off |
13. Social Events and Gatherings
Keywords/Phrases | Phrasal Verbs |
---|---|
party | show up |
celebration | turn up |
invitation | set up |
guests | clean up |
host | hang out |
venue | get together |
decorations | break up |
food | call off |
drinks | put off |
entertainment | look forward to |
14. Personal Development
Keywords/Phrases | Phrasal Verbs |
---|---|
goals | work on |
motivation | give up |
habits | take up |
skills | set up |
growth | carry out |
challenges | look forward to |
achievements | get ahead |
learning | move up |
improvement | step down |
success | call off |
15. Environment and Nature
Keywords/Phrases | Phrasal Verbs |
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parks | clean up |
wildlife | cut down on |
conservation | set up |
pollution | carry out |
recycling | turn off |
sustainability | turn on |
climate change | break down |
ecosystems | clean up |
biodiversity | pump out |
green spaces | filter out |
16. Sports and Recreation
Keywords/Phrases | Phrasal Verbs |
---|---|
football | work out |
basketball | warm up |
tennis | cool down |
swimming | cut down on |
gym | put on weight |
exercise | take up |
competition | get in shape |
team | stay fit |
training | give up |
fitness | check up on |
17. News and Current Events
Keywords/Phrases | Phrasal Verbs |
---|---|
headlines | catch up on |
politics | look into |
economy | bring up |
health | turn out |
technology | break down |
international | check out |
local | get across |
updates | run into |
reports | run over |
discussions | turn 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.”