Example Questions: Do you want to go to the movies with me?
Would you like to go to the beach?
Can you please pick me up at 3pm?
Answering yes: Yes!
Yes, I would.
Yes, I think that will work.
Excuses: It is rude to just say ‘no’ when someone wants to make plans or do something with you.
I’d like to but __________.
I can’t because ___________.
Sorry, that won’t work because ____________.
I have other plans.
I’m busy that day.
Example Excuses: I’d like to but I don’t have any money.
I can’t because I’m sick.
Sorry, that won’t work because I have class.
I have other plan on Saturday.
Additional Resources: Video:
Making Plans in English
Invitations Knowing the correct way to invite someone to do something can be difficult in a new language. Below
you will learn phrases to help you invite someone to do something in English.