Describing Present Events ⌛️👇 | Slow English Podcast | Episode 183 | English With Us Podcast | With Subtitles

In this episode of the Slow English Podcast, hosts David and Emma teach simple, practical English for describing what is happening right now. They walk through the core grammar, useful time phrases, and a wide range of real-life situations—from describing a busy office to talking about changing weather or current problems. The lesson is designed for A1-A2 learners and emphasizes that clear, natural descriptions do not require complex language.

What a Present Event Is and How to Talk About It

A present event is something happening now or around the current time. The hosts stress that the grammar is straightforward: use a form of "be" with an action verb ending in "-ing." For example, "I am drinking coffee," "She is reading," or "They are talking." The key time words are now, right now, at the moment, today, and currently. "Currently" means at the present time. A sentence like "Currently, the store is very busy" fits naturally into everyday conversation.

The hosts also clarify that a present event does not have to be happening at this exact second. It can be something happening around the current time, such as "We are working on an important project this week." This distinction is important for learners who might think the present continuous only applies to actions happening at the precise moment of speaking.

Describing Scenes, Weather, and Public Places