How do you usually keep in touch with the people you care about?

B Natural answer

I usually check in by text during the week, especially when everyone is busy. For family, I often call on weekends so we can talk without rushing. I also share photos or little updates when something interesting happens, because it keeps the conversation going even between longer chats.

Key phrases in this answer

• check in by text — contact someone with a short message to see how they are“I like to check in by text once a week.”
• call on weekends — phone someone during the weekend“I call on weekends when I have more free time.”
• share photos — send pictures to other people“I share photos from trips with my friends.”
• text them — send them a text message“I usually text them after work.”
• send a quick voice note — record and send a short audio message“If I am busy, I send a quick voice note.”
• video calls — calls where you can see the other person on screen“We do video calls when we cannot meet.”