Idioms: to burn a hole in your pocket
1. Warm-up Discussion
1. Do you enjoy shopping? What kind of things do you usually buy?
2. Have you ever bought something and regretted it later? What was it?
3. Imagine you suddenly receive a lot of money. What's the first thing you would want to spend it on?
2. Listening Comprehension
Watch the video about managing your money and fill in the blanks with the missing words or phrases.
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Video URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=obslSxOHwd4
Do you ever feel like money just seems to disappear from your wallet as soon as you get it? This common feeling is perfectly described by the idiom 'to '. It means that you have a , often on things you don't necessarily need.
First, . A budget helps you track your income and expenses. Second, identify your . What makes you want to spend?
Third, practice delayed gratification. Instead of making an , wait 24 hours. Fourth, set . Having a goal gives your money a purpose.
3. Key Vocabulary
Match the words and phrases with their correct definitions by dragging the word chips to the right boxes.
4. Language Focus: Money Idioms
Complete the sentences with the correct idiom from the word bank. You may need to change the verb form.
1. I'd love to buy that new phone, but it would . I can't afford it right now.
2. My grandfather is a real . He hates spending money and always looks for the cheapest deals.
3. As soon as I get my salary, it feels like the money is . I always want to buy something immediately.
4. It's wise to because you never know when you might have an unexpected expense, like a car repair.
5. He got the best seats for the concert even though it was sold out. I guess it's true that .
5. Vocabulary Practice: Choose the Correct Idiom
Read each sentence and choose the correct idiom to complete it.
1. That vintage watch is beautiful, but I heard it's extremely expensive. It must...
2. I just received a cash gift for my birthday! This money is...
3. My friend never wants to go to restaurants. He always says it's cheaper to eat at home. He's such a...
4. Instead of spending your entire bonus, you should try to...
5. The developer got permission to build the new skyscraper very quickly, probably because of his large donations to the city. It just shows that...
4. Vocabulary in Context
Complete the sentences using the words and phrases from the word bank below. Drag the correct word chip to each blank.
1. My new bonus is really
. I want to buy everything!2. It's important to create a
to manage your money effectively each month.3. Eating out every day is one of my biggest
, making it hard to save.4. She decided to practice
and waited a week before buying the expensive new phone.5. Buying that designer bag was a complete
; I didn't plan it at all.6. He's a real
; he never spends money on anything unnecessary.7. Setting clear
, like saving for a down payment, helps you stay motivated.8. I always try to
for unexpected emergencies.5. Speaking Practice
1. Do you ever feel like money burns a hole in your pocket? What do you usually spend it on quickly?
2. How important is it to create a budget? What are some common spending triggers for people your age?
3. Can you give an example of a time you practiced delayed gratification? What was the reward?
4. What are your current financial goals? How do you plan to achieve them?
5. Do you consider yourself a penny pincher, or do you prefer to spend freely? Why?