DESCRIPTION

When describing places and things, it's common to use the Present Tense since they are still present and observable. However, you can use Past Tense when referring to them as something from the past.

When describing a person, you need to use the Present Tense and use various adjectives. This is because people have different physical appearances and personalities, and the words used to describe them can be quite diverse.

 

1. Describing Persons

Importance of Describing a Person:

• Describing a person is crucial in various practical situations, such as identifying a missing person when a recent photograph is unavailable.
• Descriptions may be the only means of identifying someone, making the use of appropriate vocabulary essential.

Elements to Include in a Description: When describing a person, you need to state the following details:

• Gender and age: Specify whether the person is a man, woman, boy, girl, or a child. Mention their age range (young, old, middle-aged, baby, infant).

Descriptive Elements in a Person's Description:

• Use a variety of adjectives to describe different aspects of the person, including the face, eyes, nose, ears, hair, complexion, and mood.

• Prepositional phrases are used to avoid repetitive phrases like "he has" or "it is."

• Emphasize the importance of using appropriate vocabulary in person descriptions.

2. Describing Places

• Describing places is an important skill for communication and writing.
• You need to provide specific details when describing a place.
• Include:
• Location: Where the place is situated.
• Size: How big or small the place is.
• Special Features: Unique or distinctive aspects of the place.
• Other Interesting Information: Additional facts about the place.
• Use descriptive language to paint a clear picture of the place.
• Words and phrases for describing places include those for location (e.g., seaside, riverside), size (e.g., large, small), and special features (e.g., domes, gates).
• Adjectives like big, small, beautiful, or calm can be used to describe buildings.
• Structural phrases like "It has" or "There is" help describe specific elements of a place.
• Practice exercises encourage you to describe a temple and your favorite hill station to apply what you've learned.

3. Describing an Office 

Elements in Office Descriptions:

1. Location of the Office:
• Specifies where the office is situated, including the building and floor.
2. Areas in the Office:
• Describes different spaces or sections within the office, e.g., conference room, canteen, etc.
3. Office Equipment and Stationery:
• Lists the materials in the office, such as tables, chairs, laptops, printers, pens, paper, and more.
4. The Workplace:
• Identifies the specific spot in the office where daily tasks are carried out, including essential office equipment.

Structures Used:

• Employ simple present tense and the use of "there is" and "there are" structures.
• Prepositional phrases to indicate location (e.g., to the right, to the left, in front of, at the corner, on the table, on the wall, etc.).

4. Describing Objects 

When describing an object, it's important to cover three main aspects:

1. Category or Class: Identify the general category or class to which the object belongs. This provides context for the description.
2. Characteristics: Detail the physical and visual attributes of the object. This helps paint a clear picture of the object's appearance.
3. Function or Use: Explain the purpose or function of the object. This highlights the practical utility of the object.