Apartments

Focused language practice with structured prompts, advanced vocabulary, and guided questions.

Advanced Structures

Example: There's no doubt that renting is better than owning a house because...

Example: I'm convinced that having my own library could make the apartment more like a home.

Definition: To prepare an official document, plan, or design.

Sample sentence: The architect drew up plans for a modern apartment complex.

Conversation starter: Who drew up the design of your apartment? If you could draw up a plan or design for your ideal home, what would you include?

Definition: To demolish or destroy a building or wall.

Sample sentence: They decided to knock down the old apartment block to build a new one.

Conversation starter: Do you agree that old buildings have to be knocked down? Why or why not? Is it true to your city?

Definition: The period during which someone rents or occupies property.

Sample sentence: The tenancy agreement clearly stated the tenant's responsibilities.

Conversation starter: What are the pros and cons of tenancy vs owning a home?

Definition: The process of repairing, improving, or modernizing a building.

Sample sentence: The apartment was closed for renovation after years of neglect.

Conversation starter: Have you recently made some renovations? If not, what renovations would you like to make?

What's the most important thing you look for when choosing a place to live? Suggested start: I tend to look for...
How would you describe your neighborhood? Suggested start: I suppose it's...
Do you share your apartment with anyone? What's that like? Suggested start: Yes, I do. I live with...
What kind of apartment design or layout do you prefer? Suggested start: I really like places that have...
What are some advantages and disadvantages of living in an apartment? Suggested start: One advantage is..., but one disadvantage is...
How do you usually decorate your living space? Suggested start: I usually decorate with...
Have you ever had problems with neighbors or landlords? Suggested start: Yes, once I had an issue when...
If you could move to a different apartment, what kind would it be? Suggested start: I'd probably move to a place that's...
Do you prefer living in a city apartment or a countryside home? Why? Suggested start: Personally, I prefer living in...