✅ Self-Check: Did You…

☐ Use a natural opening chunk?

☐ Give a clear reason or example?

☐ Add a personal comment or emotion?

☐ Speak in connected chunks, not word-by-word?

Homework: Reflect + Record

Record yourself answering any 2 questions above.

Reflect:

• What did I do well?

• Which chunk did I forget to use?
• What can I improve next time?
 1. Do you live in a house or an apartment?

Adjective + Noun Collocations

Compact space (Ixcham joy)

I live in a compact space, but it’s perfect for my daily routine.

Urban area (Shahar hududi)

My apartment is located in a lively urban area, close to shops and transport.

Peaceful neighborhood (Tinch mahalla)

Even though I live in the city, it's still a peaceful neighborhood.

Modern interior (Zamonaviy ichki dizayn)

The apartment has a modern interior, which makes it feel fresh and cozy.

Verb + Adverb Collocations

Adapt easily (Oson moslashmoq)

I adapted easily to apartment living because everything is close by.

Decorate tastefully (Zevqli bezamoq)

I tried to decorate tastefully to make the space feel more personal.

Live comfortably (Qulay yashamoq)

Even though it’s small, I live comfortably and enjoy my independence.

Maintain regularly (Doimiy ravishda saqlamoq)

I maintain it regularly to keep it clean and organized.

Natural Spoken Language Chunks

Come to think of it,

Come to think of it, living in an apartment has more benefits than I expected.

To be fair,
To be fair, I’d love more space, but it’s great for now.

What I appreciate is...

What I appreciate is the convenience — I can walk almost everywhere.

As far as I’m concerned,

As far as I’m concerned, comfort matters more than the size of the place.
 2. What do you like about your home?

Adjective + Noun Collocations

Personal atmosphere (Shaxsiy muhit)

It has a very personal atmosphere because I’ve added my own touches.

Functional layout (Funktsional reja)

I love the functional layout — it makes daily life so much easier.

Natural light (Tabiiy yorug‘lik)

There’s plenty of natural light, which keeps the place bright and pleasant.

Cozy corner (Qulay burchak)

My favorite spot is a cozy corner where I usually read or relax.

Verb + Adverb Collocations

Feel instantly relaxed (Darhol xotirjam bo‘lmoq)

I feel instantly relaxed as soon as I walk through the door.

Arrange neatly (Tartibli joylashtirmoq)

I try to arrange everything neatly to make the space more comfortable.

Use efficiently (Samarali foydalanmoq)

I use the available space efficiently, especially since it’s not very big.

Enjoy fully (To‘liq zavqlanmoq)

I enjoy fully the comfort and calmness my home provides.

Natural Spoken Language Chunks

What I love most is...

What I love most is how peaceful and organized it feels.

Honestly speaking,
Honestly speaking, it reflects my personality and that makes it feel special.

If you ask me,

If you ask me, having a space that feels like yours is so important.

Without a doubt,
Without a doubt, my home is my favorite place to recharge.
 3. How often do you spend time with your family?

Adjective + Noun Collocations

Strong bond (Kuchli aloqalar)

We have a strong bond, so I try to spend time with them regularly.

Shared experience (Umumiy tajriba)

Every meal or trip becomes a shared experience we all remember.

Busy schedule (Band jadval)

Even with my busy schedule, I make time for family catch-ups.

Supportive environment (Qo‘llab-quvvatlovchi muhit)

They provide a very supportive environment where I can be myself.

Verb + Adverb Collocations

Connect emotionally (Hissiy bog‘lanmoq)

I try to connect emotionally when we talk or do things together.

Catch up frequently (Tez-tez bog‘lanmoq)

We catch up frequently — either in person or over the phone.

Talk openly (Ochiq gaplashmoq)

We talk openly about our lives, which helps us stay close.

Spend intentionally (Ataylab vaqt ajratmoq)

I’ve learned to spend time intentionally with them, even if it’s short.

Natural Spoken Language Chunks

Now and then,

Now and then, we go out for dinner or do something special together.

I make it a point to...

I make it a point to check in with my parents every weekend.

More often than not,

More often than not, we end up having long conversations in the kitchen.

Family time means a lot to me.

Family time means a lot to me — it keeps me grounded and connected.
 4. Would you prefer to live in a big family or a small one?

Adjective + Noun Collocations

Close-knit family (Yaqin oilaviy munosabatlar)

I’d prefer a close-knit family where everyone supports each other.

Lively household (Jonli xonadon)

A big family can mean a lively household, full of energy and fun.

Quiet lifestyle (Tinch hayot tarzi)

A small family usually brings a quieter lifestyle, which some people enjoy.

Shared responsibility (Bo‘lingan mas’uliyat)

In a big family, there’s more shared responsibility, which teaches teamwork.

Verb + Adverb Collocations

Get along well (Yaxshi munosabatda bo‘lmoq)

In a small family, it’s easier to get along well with everyone.

Appreciate deeply (Chuqqur qadrlamoq)

I appreciate deeply the peace and balance a small family provides.

Rely fully (To‘liq ishonmoq)

In big families, you can rely fully on siblings for support.

Communicate regularly (Doimiy muloqot qilmoq)

Regardless of the size, it’s important to communicate regularly.

Natural Spoken Language Chunks

I’d say...
I’d say a smaller family suits my personality better.

From my perspective,
From my perspective, big families are fun, but they can be overwhelming.

To be completely honest,
To be completely honest, I like the idea of having just one or two siblings.

The way I see it,

The way I see it, it’s the quality of relationships that matters, not the size.
 1. Do you see your friends often?

Adjective + Noun Collocations

Busy lifestyle (Band hayot tarzi)

Due to my busy lifestyle, I don’t get to see them as often as I’d like.

Strong friendship (Kuchli do‘stlik)

We’ve built a strong friendship, so we stay connected even if we don’t meet often.

Shared interests (Umumiy qiziqishlar)

Our shared interests help us stay close and make time for each other.

Social routine (Ijtimoiy odat)

Meeting up has become part of our social routine, even if it’s just for coffee.

Verb + Adverb Collocations

Keep in touch regularly (Doimiy aloqada bo‘lmoq)

Even if we’re busy, we keep in touch regularly through messages and calls.

Hang out occasionally (Vaxta-vaqti bilan ko‘rishmoq)

We hang out occasionally when our schedules line up.

Meet spontaneously (Tasodifiy ko‘rishmoq)

Sometimes we meet spontaneously, especially on weekends.

Talk openly (Ochiq gaplashmoq)

We talk openly about anything, which keeps our friendship strong.

Natural Spoken Language Chunks

As a matter of fact,
As a matter of fact, I try to see my friends at least once a week.

To be honest with you,

To be honest with you, sometimes life gets in the way, but we stay connected.

What usually happens is...

What usually happens is we message throughout the week and meet up on Saturdays.

If I’m lucky,
If I’m lucky, I’ll catch up with them after work or on the weekend.
 2. What do you and your friends usually do together?

Adjective + Noun Collocations

Fun activity (Qiziqarli faoliyat)

We always try to plan a fun activity like game nights or movie marathons.

Shared goal (Umumiy maqsad)

Sometimes we work on a shared goal, like a project or learning a skill together.

Relaxed atmosphere (Xotirjam muhit)

We meet in a relaxed atmosphere where we can just talk and enjoy each other's company.

Spontaneous plan (Tasodifiy reja)

We’re big fans of spontaneous plans — we often decide things last minute!

Verb + Adverb Collocations

Chat freely (Erkin suhbatlashmoq)

We chat freely about our lives, dreams, or even silly things.

Laugh together constantly (Doimiy kulishmoq)

We laugh together constantly, no matter what we’re doing.

Spend quality time (Mazmunli vaqt o‘tkazmoq)

We always try to spend quality time, even if it’s just for a short while.

Make memories naturally (Tabiiy xotiralar yaratmoq)

We make memories naturally because we’re always having a good time.

Natural Spoken Language Chunks

We usually end up...

We usually end up just walking around and talking for hours.

The best part is...

The best part is we don’t need a big plan to enjoy ourselves.

It’s kind of our thing to...

It’s kind of our thing to try new cafes or explore random places.

More often than not,

More often than not, we just chill at someone’s house and talk.
 3. Is it easy for you to make new friends?

Adjective + Noun Collocations

Social environment (Ijtimoiy muhit)

In a friendly social environment, I find it easier to connect with people.

Common ground (Umumiy jihatlar)

Finding common ground with someone really helps break the ice.

Outgoing personality (Ijtimoiy fe’l-atvor)

People with an outgoing personality usually find it easier to make friends.

Mutual interest (O‘zaro qiziqish)

Having a mutual interest always makes conversations flow better.

Verb + Adverb Collocations

Connect quickly (Tez bog‘lanmoq)

If I click with someone, I connect quickly and the friendship grows fast.

Open up gradually (Asta-sekin ochilmoq)

I tend to open up gradually, so it takes time for me to build trust.

Interact confidently (Ishonch bilan muloqot qilmoq)

In most situations, I interact confidently with new people.

Approach politely (Muloyimlik bilan murojaat qilmoq)

When meeting someone new, I approach politely and try to be respectful.

Natural Spoken Language Chunks

Honestly, it depends...
Honestly, it depends on the setting and the person's vibe.

If I’m in the right mood,

If I’m in the right mood, I can be really social and outgoing.

I’d say I’m pretty open to...

I’d say I’m pretty open to meeting new people, especially at events.

Sometimes it takes a while to...

Sometimes it takes a while to feel comfortable, but I get there eventually.
 4. Do you prefer having a small group of close friends or a large circle of
acquaintances?

Adjective + Noun Collocations

Trustworthy companion (Ishonchli do‘st)

I’d rather have a trustworthy companion than dozens of people I barely know.

Deep connection (Chuqqur aloqalar)

A small group allows for deeper connections and more meaningful talks.

Large network (Keng tarmoq)

A large network is useful socially, but it can feel a bit shallow sometimes.

Close friendship (Yaqin do‘stlik)

I value close friendships more than casual ones.

Verb + Adverb Collocations

Rely completely (To‘liq ishonmoq)

You can rely completely on close friends when things get difficult.

Maintain regularly (Doimiy saqlab turmoq)

It’s easier to maintain close friendships regularly than to stay in touch with everyone.

Engage deeply (Chuqqur ishtirok etmoq)

With a few friends, you can engage deeply in conversation and support.

Balance socially (Ijtimoiy jihatdan muvozanatni saqlamoq)

I try to balance socially, but I still prefer quality over quantity.

Natural Spoken Language Chunks

I’m more into...

I’m more into having a few close friends I can trust no matter what.

If I had to choose,
If I had to choose, I’d go for a tight-knit group any day.

It’s just easier to...

It’s just easier to open up when you’re around people who really know you.

The way I see it,

The way I see it, real friendships are worth more than a hundred contacts.
 1. What is your favourite food?

Adjective + Noun Collocations

Comfort food (Ruhiy tasalli beruvchi ovqat)

My favourite comfort food is homemade pasta — it always cheers me up.

Rich flavour (To‘yimli ta’m)

I love dishes with rich flavours like grilled lamb or spicy curry.

Gourmet dish (Nafis taom)

I enjoy a gourmet dish now and then, especially seafood-based meals.

Signature meal (Sevimli taom)

Pizza is kind of my signature meal — I could eat it any day!

Verb + Adverb Collocations

Crave constantly (Doimiy ravishda xohlamoq)

I crave constantly for chocolate desserts — I have such a sweet tooth.

Enjoy thoroughly (To‘liq zavqlanmoq)

I enjoy thoroughly every bite of a well-cooked meal.

Savour slowly (Sekin-sekin zavqlanmoq)

When I eat something I love, I savour it slowly to enjoy every flavour.

Prefer clearly (Aniq afzal ko‘rmoq)

I clearly prefer spicy food over bland dishes.

Natural Spoken Language Chunks

To be totally honest,
To be totally honest, I could live on sushi and never get tired of it.

If I had to choose one thing,

If I had to choose one thing, it would definitely be grilled chicken.

No matter what,
No matter what, I always end up going back to my favourite dish.

You just can’t beat...

You just can’t beat the taste of fresh homemade food.
 2. Do you like cooking at home? Why or why not?

Adjective + Noun Collocations

Creative process (Ijodiy jarayon)

Cooking feels like a creative process that I genuinely enjoy.

Stress relief (Stressdan xalos bo‘lish)

For me, cooking is a great form of stress relief after a long day.

Culinary skill (Oshpazlik ko‘nikmasi)

I’m always trying to improve my culinary skills with new recipes.

Home-cooked meal (Uyda tayyorlangan taom)

There’s something special about preparing a proper home-cooked meal.

Verb + Adverb Collocations

Cook confidently (Ishonch bilan ovqat pishirmoq)

I’ve learned to cook confidently by watching tutorials and experimenting.

Prepare carefully (Ehtiyotkorlik bilan tayyorlamoq)

I prepare meals carefully, especially when hosting guests.

Follow recipes strictly (Retseptga qat’iy rioya qilmoq)

I follow recipes strictly when trying something unfamiliar.

Clean up quickly (Tezda tozalamoq)

I’ve trained myself to clean up quickly after cooking to avoid mess.

Natural Spoken Language Chunks

Honestly speaking,
Honestly speaking, I love cooking when I have enough time.

It really depends on the mood.

It really depends on the mood — sometimes I cook, sometimes I just order in.

To tell you the truth,

To tell you the truth, I find cooking quite relaxing.

One thing I’ve noticed is...

One thing I’ve noticed is I eat healthier when I cook at home.
 3. How often do you eat out at restaurants or cafes?

Adjective + Noun Collocations

Dining experience (Ovqatlanish tajribasi)

I enjoy the dining experience, especially in places with good atmosphere.

Casual meal (Oddiy ovqat)

Sometimes I go out just for a casual meal with friends after work.

Hearty portion (To‘yimli porsiya)

Cafés near my place serve hearty portions — great value for money.

Busy schedule (Band jadval)

With my busy schedule, I sometimes rely on eating out during the week.

Verb + Adverb Collocations

Eat out occasionally (Vaxta-vaqti bilan ovqatlanmoq)

I eat out occasionally — mostly when I don’t feel like cooking.

Go out socially (Ijtimoiy ovqatlanmoq)

I go out socially at least once a week to catch up with friends.

Order spontaneously (Tasodifiy buyurtma bermoq)

Sometimes I order spontaneously if something smells too good to resist!

Spend moderately (O‘rtacha sarf qilmoq)

I try to spend moderately when dining out — it can add up quickly!

Natural Spoken Language Chunks

It varies from week to week.

It varies from week to week — sometimes I go twice, sometimes not at all.

If I’m being realistic,

If I’m being realistic, I probably eat out more than I should.

Every now and then,

Every now and then, I treat myself to something fancy.

When I’m out and about,

When I’m out and about, I usually grab a quick bite somewhere.
 4. Have your eating habits changed in recent years?

Adjective + Noun Collocations

Balanced diet (Muvozanatli dieta)

I try to stick to a more balanced diet than I used to.

Nutritional value (Oziqlanish qadriyati)

Now I pay attention to the nutritional value of what I eat.

Healthy routine (Sog‘lom odat)

I’ve built a healthier routine by eating at regular times.

Processed food (Qayta ishlangan ovqat)

I’ve reduced how much processed food I consume.

Verb + Adverb Collocations

Eat consciously (O‘ylab ovqatlanmoq)

These days I eat more consciously — I try to avoid junk food.

Cook regularly (Doimiy pishirmoq)

I cook more regularly now, which helps with portion control.

Snack less frequently (Kamroq tamaddi qilmoq)

I snack less frequently now and try to drink more water.

Choose wisely (Aqlli tanlov qilmoq)

I’ve learned to choose wisely when it comes to food.

Natural Spoken Language Chunks

Looking back,
Looking back, I used to eat really unhealthy stuff in my teens.

Over time,
Over time, I’ve shifted towards a cleaner, more balanced diet.

One major change is...

One major change is I’ve cut down on sugar a lot.

To be fair,
To be fair, I still treat myself sometimes, but it’s all about balance.