Unit 3: Planning and Meetings

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In this unit, you will learn simple words and phrases to talk about work meetings. You will also practice inviting your coworkers and scheduling a time to meet.

Trong bài học này, bạn sẽ học các từ vựng và cụm từ đơn giản để nói về các cuộc họp nơi công sở. Bạn cũng sẽ thực hành cách mời đồng nghiệp và sắp xếp thời gian họp hợp lý.

Unit Goal

Can-do statement: I can talk about meetings, plans, and schedules at work.

In this unit, you learn words and grammar for work meetings, projects, plans, and daily schedules.

Vocabulary

Key Words

Word Simple Meaning Example
meeting A time when people talk together for work. We have a meeting at 10 a.m.
plan An idea about what to do in the future. This is our sales plan.
schedule A list of times and activities. Check the meeting schedule.
day A period of 24 hours. I work every day.
week Seven days. We meet every week.
time The hour or moment when something happens. What time is the meeting?
agenda A list of topics for a meeting. The agenda has three topics.
discuss To talk about something. Let's discuss the project.
decide To choose something. We decide the meeting date.
prepare To get ready. Please prepare your notes.
task A piece of work to do. My task is customer research.
team A group of people working together. Our team is very busy.
project A piece of work with a goal. The project starts next week.
note A short written record. I write notes during meetings.
Exercise Context

Grammar 1: Imperatives (Commands and Instructions)

We use the imperative to give instructions, directions, or requests.

Form:

Base verb + object

  • Prepare the report.
  • Check the schedule.
  • Write your notes.
  • Discuss the project.

Negative form:

  • Don't be late.
  • Don't forget the agenda.

Worked Example

Situation: Your manager gives instructions before a meeting.

✓ Prepare the agenda.

✓ Bring your notes.

✓ Join the meeting at 9 a.m.

Grammar 2: Present Simple for Routines

We use the present simple for habits, routines, and regular work activities.

Form:

Subject + base verb

  • I check my schedule every morning.
  • We have a team meeting every week.
  • They discuss projects on Monday.

For he/she/it: add -s or -es.

  • She prepares the agenda.
  • He writes meeting notes.

Worked Example

Question: What does Anna do every Monday?

Information: Anna joins a team meeting every Monday.

Answer: Anna joins a team meeting every Monday.

We use the present simple because it is a routine.

Grammar 3: Can for Ability

We use can to talk about ability.

Form:

Subject + can + base verb

  • I can join the meeting.
  • She can prepare the report.
  • We can discuss the project today.

Negative:

  • I cannot (can't) join the meeting.
  • He can't attend today.

Question:

  • Can you join the meeting?
  • Can your team finish the task?

Worked Example

Situation: Maria is free at 2 p.m.

Question: Can Maria join the meeting?

Answer: Yes, she can join the meeting.

Useful Meeting Expressions

  • The meeting starts at 10 a.m.
  • Let's discuss the project.
  • Please prepare the agenda.
  • Can you join the meeting?
  • We have a plan for next week.
  • I will take notes.
  • Our team has an important task.
  • Let's decide the next step.

Quick Summary

  • meeting, agenda, schedule, and project are important work words.
  • Use the imperative for instructions: "Prepare the report."
  • Use the present simple for routines: "We meet every week."
  • Use can for ability: "I can join the meeting."
🔑 Đáp án & Giải thích

Imperative: Dùng để đưa ra chỉ dẫn hoặc yêu cầu. Ví dụ: "Prepare the report." = "Hãy chuẩn bị báo cáo."

Present Simple: Dùng cho thói quen và lịch trình thường xuyên. Ví dụ: "We have a meeting every week." vì hành động lặp lại mỗi tuần.

Can: Dùng để nói về khả năng hoặc việc có thể làm. Ví dụ: "I can join the meeting." = "Tôi có thể tham gia cuộc họp."

Từ vựng quan trọng:

  • meeting = cuộc họp
  • agenda = chương trình họp
  • schedule = lịch trình
  • discuss = thảo luận
  • decide = quyết định
  • prepare = chuẩn bị
  • task = nhiệm vụ
  • project = dự án
  • note = ghi chú