Summary
Moving into a new rental property can be an exciting prospect, but understanding your rights and responsibilities as a tenant is absolutely crucial. This lesson uses an article about renting to help you navigate common situations and communicate effectively with your landlord. You'll learn essential language for discussing agreements, issues, and advice.
Vocabulary
This lesson introduces key vocabulary for discussing property rentals, including expressions like normal wear and tear, to fall through, and to give notice. You'll also learn about terms such as a landlord-tenant dispute and what it means to vet a tenant.
Grammar
The grammar focus is on using modals for rules, advice, and suggestions. You'll practise how to use verbs like 'must', 'have to', and 'should' to clearly express obligations, recommendations, and prohibitions in various rental contexts.
Practical English
You'll develop practical English skills for reporting a maintenance issue politely and effectively. Learn useful phrases such as "I'm writing/calling about an issue in my apartment" and "It seems the [dishwasher] isn't working properly" to clearly describe problems.
Discussion
The lesson concludes with a speaking activity, giving you the chance to discuss common rental scenarios, share advice, and express opinions related to landlord-tenant relationships.
