Lesson 5: Unit 5 - The Definite Article
In this lesson we learn when and how to use the definite article 'the' in English – with things already mentioned, with unique things, with geographical names and with groups of people.
About this lesson
In this lesson you will learn when and how to use the definite article 'the' in English. You will understand the difference between 'a/an' (the indefinite article) and 'the' (the definite article), and when no article is used at all. Through a text about Bulgaria, practical examples and exercises, you will master the correct use of 'the' with countable and uncountable nouns. You will also learn important vocabulary related to countries, nationalities and natural landmarks.
40 minutes
What you'll learn
- Understand the origin and the basic meaning of the definite article 'the'
- Use 'the' with things already mentioned, unique objects and groups of people
- Use the article correctly with oceans, rivers, musical instruments and the superlative
- Tell when to use 'a/an', 'the' or no article at all
- Read and understand a short letter in English with the articles used correctly
- Use key vocabulary to describe a country and its landmarks
Lesson vocabulary
- the textbook Open the textbook, please.
- the computer Shut down the computer.
- country Bulgaria is a small country in Europe.
- language The language in Bulgaria is Bulgarian.
- mountain The mountains in Bulgaria are beautiful.
- seaside The seaside in Bulgaria is beautiful.
- beautiful The mountains and the seaside in Bulgaria are beautiful.
- The Danube The Danube and the Iskur are long rivers.
- people The people in Bulgaria are kind and friendly.
- kind The people in Bulgaria are kind and friendly.
- famous Bulgaria is famous for roses, yoghurt and resorts.
- rich Bulgaria is rich in mineral water.
- resort Bulgaria is famous for roses, yoghurt and resorts.
- pen-friend Write to me, your new pen-friend!
- send Send me a postcard!
In other languages: Български