Do you put music on when you do housework or boring tasks?

B Natural answer

Yes, I often listen to music when I do boring tasks. It helps me stay in a better mood and finish things faster. For cleaning or cooking, I usually choose soft pop or calm songs, because they are easy to listen to. If the task is long, I turn the volume down and just keep working.

Key phrases in this answer

• better mood — a happier or more positive feeling“Music puts me in a better mood.”
• finish things faster — complete tasks in less time“Music helps me finish things faster.”
• turn the volume down — make the sound quieter“I turn the volume down when I'm cooking.”
• makes the time feel shorter — helps a boring activity seem quicker“Music makes the time feel shorter when I'm cleaning.”
• sing along — sing the words with the music“I sing along while I fold clothes.”
• set the mood — create a certain feeling or atmosphere“I set the mood with music before I clean.”