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Can you describe your favourite place to hang out with people?

B1Social life & going outDescribe

B Natural answer

My favourite place to hang out is . It has , so it works well for small groups. My friends and I usually meet there in the evening, and we can talk for a long time without feeling noisy or crowded. I like it because the atmosphere is calm, but it still feels social. We sometimes bring notebooks or just sit and chat. It’s also easy to make plans there, because we can and decide what to do next.

Key phrases in this answer

  • a quiet cafe on the corner — a calm cafe in a local spot“We often meet at a quiet cafe on the corner.”
  • good coffee and enough space — coffee that tastes good plus room to sit comfortably“I like places with good coffee and enough space for everyone.”
  • catch up without rushing — talk calmly without feeling pressed for time“We met after class and caught up without rushing.”
  • small cafe near my apartment — a local cafe close to where I live“I like meeting friends at a small cafe near my apartment.”
  • catch up properly — talk and share news after some time apart“We should catch up properly this weekend.”
  • the terrace by the river — an outdoor seating area beside the river“We sat on the terrace by the river last night.”

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