Inviting Others Out – Conversational English

Sample Response

Thinking…
Conversational Fluency

Making
Plans

Learn how native speakers naturally ask people out, agree to plans, and politely say no.

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Warm-up Questions

Prompt 01

How often do you hang out with friends?

Prompt 02

Do you have any “Yes” friends?

Prompt 03

Is it hard for you to say “no” when someone invites you out?

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Textbook vs. Real Life

Textbook

Do you want to come with us?

Real Life

Wanna tag along?

Wanna come with us?

Textbook

Are you available tonight?

Real Life

Are you around tonight?

What are you up to tonight?

Textbook

Yes, I want to do that.

Real Life

I’m down!

Sounds good to me.

Textbook

I do not have plans.

Real Life

I’m free.

I’ve got no plans.

Textbook

I cannot come.

Real Life

I can’t make it.

I’m tied up.

Textbook

Let me do it another time.

Real Life

I’ll take a rain check.

Maybe next time.

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The 3 Stages of Plans

Whether you are pitching an idea, saying yes, or getting out of it, use these natural chunks. Tap the blurred words to reveal them!

1. Pitching the Idea

Start casual. Make it easy for them to say yes or no.

  • Do you wanna grab a drink later?
  • Are you up for a movie tonight?
  • We’re heading to lunch. Wanna tag along?

2. Saying Yes

Show enthusiasm. Confirm the details quickly.

  • Yeah, I’m down!
  • That works fine for me.
  • Sure, count me in.

3. Declining Politely

Soften the rejection. Give a brief, valid reason.

  • I’m tied up right now.
  • I already have plans tonight.
  • Maybe another time?
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Natural Dialogue

Saying Yes
Saying No
Maya

Hey, a few of us are grabbing drinks after work. Wanna tag along?

Chloe

Oh, Yeah, I’m down! What time are you guys heading out?

Maya

Probably around 6. We’re going to that new place downtown.

Chloe

Sounds good to me. Count me in.

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Scenario Practice

Sample Answer
Scenario #1

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Let’s Chat

Who usually makes the plans in your friend group?

Have you ever made a fake excuse to avoid going out? What was it?

What is your favorite way to spend a Friday night?

Do you think it’s rude to cancel plans at the last minute?

How do you politely decline an invitation from your boss?

Do you prefer hanging out one-on-one or in large groups?

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Podcast Session

Lesson Recap

Listen to a quick summary of today’s lesson, featuring real-life examples on how to pitch ideas and decline politely.

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