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# Requesting time off: making polite requests and stating future plans
- URL: https://www.lessonpills.com/time-off-requests-explaining-reasons-dates-hr/
- Published: 2026-07-01T03:24:19.000Z
- Updated: 2026-07-19T15:07:53.000Z
- Description: Learn how to politely ask for time off work using key phrases like 'I was hoping to take next Friday off' and practise talking about your future plans.
- Author: Lessonpills
- Tags: A2, Work, Practical English, Grammar, Free, Future forms

## Summary

Do you need to ask your manager for a day off or leave work early? This A2 lesson will teach you how to make polite requests and talk about your future plans clearly. You'll gain confidence in discussing your schedule and needs in a professional way.

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## Vocabulary

The lesson introduces essential phrases for workplace communication, such as **book a day off**, **get back to someone**, and **check my schedule**. You will also learn how to say you will **cover for someone** and how to use **in advance**.

## Grammar

The grammar focus is on **future plans with 'will' and 'be going to'**. You will learn when to use each form to talk about your intentions and decisions, especially when discussing work arrangements.

## Practical English

This section focuses on asking for time off in real-life situations. You'll learn polite phrases like **Do you have a minute?**, **I was hoping to take next Friday off**, and **Is it okay if I leave early tomorrow?**

## Discussion

There is a speaking activity where you can practise making polite requests and discussing your own future plans with other learners.

## Reading

You will read an article about requesting time off, which will help you understand the topic better and see the new vocabulary in context.

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