SPEAKING NO. 10: At the doctor's

In English, we can many times use the Saxon Genitive to indicate "the place of". For example, at "O'Flaherty's" means "at O'Flaherty's pub". This use of the Saxon Genitive is very frequent with pubs, bars and restaurants. We can also use it with other places, most commonly with "the doctor's (office)" and "the dentist's (office)".

In our session today, we will practice some vocabulary related to health. First, let's review and understand all of the vocabulary in the following presentation.

Speaking At The Doctor's

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Now, we are going to do some roleplays. Choose your role: doctor/patient, and select one of the possible scenarios:

a) Your baby's butt is very red and he/she seems to be suffering from dyarrhea

b) You've got a bug bite that is getting swollen and infected

c) You've been having some backache, muscular pain, chills and a slight temperature

d) You've been suffering from some cramps lately and fear you could sprain your ankle in your next tennis game

e) Your little boy gets home with a black eye and a lump and claims to suffer from some headache

.... or look for other symptoms and make up your own story!