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Lesson 9 grammar

like / don't like
Module 1 · A0 Foundations

The first grammar you need.

What it is

'Like' expresses enjoyment. It is an ordinary present-simple verb, so negatives and questions use do / does.

Look

  • I like pizza.
  • I don't like coffee.
  • Do you like tea?

Form

Positivesubject + like(s) + noun / verb-ingShe likes swimming.
Negativesubject + don't / doesn't + like + noun / verb-ingShe doesn't like swimming.
QuestionDo / Does + subject + like + …?Does she like swimming?
Short answerYes, she does. · No, she doesn't.Yes, she does.

Use it when

  • You talk about food, music, sport or free time.
  • You ask about someone's taste.
  • You soften an opinion: I don't really like it.

More examples

  • I like cold weather.
  • My kids don't like vegetables.
  • Do you like your new job?
  • He likes getting up early.

Watch out!

  • I no like coffee.

    I don't like coffee.

  • She don't like tea.

    She doesn't like tea.

Quick check

I ___ vegetables.

He ___ fish.

Lesson 9
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Module 2 · A1 Core Grammar

The next step — actions, ability, and time.

Module 3 · A1+ Extending Grammar

Comparing, planning, and connecting ideas.