This ESL socialising lesson teaches useful phrases and idioms commonly used in casual conversations and social settings. The lesson includes a dialogue-based gap-fill activity to introduce the language in context, a phrases and definitions matching exercise, a gap-fill for further practice, and speaking activities to encourage real-world use. Students also take part in a creative task where they invent and share a story using the new expressions, helping to reinforce learning in a fun and meaningful way.

This lesson comes with:

Teacher’s Copy – Includes detailed teacher’s notes and an answer key.

Student Version – Perfect for sharing via email for online lessons.

This is most suited to B2/C1 level students but can be used with a strong B1 class with extra support.

1 hour + (depending on level and conversation development)

Understanding language for socialising is essential because it equips students with the tools they need to start and maintain conversations, make new friends, and feel more comfortable in informal English-speaking environments. Mastering these phrases boosts confidence, fluency, and cultural competence—key skills for effective communication in both personal and professional situations. Incorporating our ESL socialising lesson into your curriculum helps learners actively engage in real-world conversations and develop practical, everyday communication skills.

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