Do you want to speak English better? Start with what you do every day. Talking about your daily routine is one of the best ways to practice English. It helps you use simple words and sentences. You can speak about your life, your family, your school, or your job. Whether you are in Kigali, Gisagara, or Rwamagana, this blog post is made just for you. Let’s learn how to talk about your daily life using easy English.
What Is a Daily Routine?
A daily routine is what you do every day from morning to evening.
Here are examples of daily activities:
- Waking up
- Brushing your teeth
- Eating breakfast
- Going to school or work
- Coming back home
- Sleeping
In Rwanda, many students walk to school, help their families, and do homework. These are all part of their daily routines.
Why Talk About Your Daily Routine in English?
Talking about your routine helps you:
- Practice simple present tense
- Use daily vocabulary
- Speak about your life clearly
- Start real conversations in English
It’s something you know well, so it’s easy to talk about — even if your English is basic.
Example of a Daily Routine (Rwandan Student)
My name is Aline. I am a student in P6. This is my daily routine:
- I wake up at 5:30.
- I wash my face and brush my teeth.
- I wear my school uniform.
- I eat porridge.
- I go to school at 7:00.
- I learn English, Maths, and Kinyarwanda.
- I eat lunch at 1:00 p.m.
- I go home at 4:00.
- I help my mother with housework.
- I do my homework.
- I go to sleep at 9:00 p.m.
You see? These are short, easy sentences. You can say this in your own way too!
How to Start Your Own Daily Routine in English
You can write or speak your own routine using these steps:
Step 1: Start with “I”
Say what you do every day.
Examples:
- I wake up at 6.
- I brush my teeth.
- I go to school.
Step 2: Use Time Words
Add when you do it.
Examples:
- At 7:00 a.m. I eat breakfast.
- I go home at 5:00 p.m.
- At night, I do my homework.
Step 3: Add Details
Say how, where, or with whom.
Examples:
- I walk to school with my sister.
- I eat lunch at home.
- I study English with my friends.
Use Simple Present Tense
The daily routine uses simple present tense.
| Subject | Verb Example |
|---|---|
| I | wake up |
| He | wakes up |
| She | goes to school |
| They | play football |
🟢 Tip: Add -s or -es when using he, she, it.
Use These Helpful Words
| Time Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| in the morning | mu gitondo |
| at noon | ku manywa |
| in the afternoon | nyuma ya saa sita |
| in the evening | nimugoroba |
| at night | nijoro |
| every day | buri munsi |
You can say:
- I pray in the morning.
- I play with my brother in the evening.
- I study English every day.
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These posts are full of ideas to help both students and teachers improve in English learning.
External Links for More Practice
🔗 British Council: Talking About Daily Routines
🔗 ESL Fast - Daily Activities
Practice with a Friend
Try this small dialogue:
Aline: What time do you wake up?
Eric: I wake up at 6:00.
Aline: What do you do after school?
Eric: I play football and then do my homework.
Practice with your classmates or teacher. You can even write your routine in your English book.
Final Words from a Rwandan English Teacher
As an English teacher in Rwanda, I always tell my students: “Talk about your life in English!” When you speak about your daily routine, you use real English. You use words that matter to you. Start small. Speak slowly. Practice often. You don’t need big grammar. Just small, true words every day.
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Ready to speak better English? Start by talking about your own life. One sentence at a time. Let’s go!
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