Lesson: Exploring Feelings and Emotions in English

To feel = sentir

Question words

What = O que

Why = Porquê

Because = Por que

Where = Onde

When = Quando

How = Como

What are you feeling?

I am feeling happiness.

I am feeling sadness.

You are sad.

Are you sad?

To run

To mine

Mina = Mine

Craft = Construir ou fazer

Mr. Mime

Objective: To understand and express a range of feelings and emotions in English, using
vocabulary, examples, and interesting facts.

Happy

Happiness
Pursuit of Happyness

1. Vocabulary: Basic Emotions

Happy: Feeling or showing pleasure or contentment.

I am happy because I am on my vacation.

Example: "I was happy when I received good news."

Sad: Feeling or showing sorrow or unhappiness.

I am feeling sadness

Sadness

Example: "The movie ending was so sad that I cried."

Angry: Feeling strong displeasure or hostility.

I am filled with anger

She got angry because he started yelling at her.

Example: "He became very angry when someone insulted him."

Surprised: Feeling or showing astonishment or amazement.

I am surprised

Surprise

Example: "I was pleasantly surprised by the unexpected gift."

Fearful: Feeling afraid or anxious.

I am fearful

Fear

Example: "She felt fearful when she heard a strange noise at night."

Beautiful = Bonito

Beauty = Beleza

Joy: A feeling of great pleasure or happiness.

I am joyful

Full

Example: "The children's laughter filled the air with joy."

Sadness: The state of feeling sorrow or unhappiness.

Example: "The news of the loss brought overwhelming sadness."

Anger: A strong feeling of displeasure or hostility.

I am furious = I am very angry

I am Hungry / I am very hungry = I am starving

Hangry

Example: "His face turned red with anger when he heard the insult."

Fear (fearful): An unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that something is dangerous.

I am not afraid of speaking in public, I am confident.

Example: "The dark alley filled her with a sense of fear."

Surprise: The feeling caused by something unexpected or astonishing.

I am surprised that Julio got an A on that test.

Example: "The sudden appearance of a friend was a pleasant surprise."

Disgust: A strong feeling of revulsion or disapproval.

“Ugh! That’s disgusting!”

Example: "The smell of rotten food filled him with disgust."

A comida está gostosa!

A comida está nojenta!

The food is disgusting!

The food is gross

Trust: A firm belief in the reliability or truth of someone or something.

I trust in you.

Example: "Their long history of honesty built a strong sense of trust."

Anticipation: The act of looking forward to or expecting something.

Example: "The anticipation of the upcoming vacation made her excited."

Confidence: A feeling of self-assurance arising from one's abilities or qualities.

I am feeling very confident

Confidential = Classified
Example: "Her success in the project boosted her confidence."

Love: An intense feeling of deep affection.

Example: "The couple's love for each other was evident in their actions."

Jealousy: The feeling of envy or resentment toward someone's possessions or achievements.

I am feeling jealous

Example: "Her success stirred up feelings of jealousy in others."

Disappointment: The feeling of sadness or displeasure caused by the non-fulfillment of one's

The Great Disappointment

Example: "The team's loss was a source of great disappointment."

Excitement: A feeling of great enthusiasm and eagerness.

I am excited

Eu estou empolgado

Julio gets very excited to play football/soccer.

Example: "The announcement of the concert generated a sense of excitement."

Shame: A painful feeling of humiliation or distress caused by the consciousness of wrong or

Shame on you for what you have done.

You should feel ashamed.

Example: "The mistake filled him with a deep sense of shame."

Regret: A feeling of sorrow or remorse for an action or decision.

Example: "She looked back on her choices with a sense of regret."

Hope: A feeling of expectation and desire for a certain thing to happen.

Hopelessness

Example: "Even in difficult times, she held onto a sense of hope."

Pride: A feeling of satisfaction or pleasure in one's achievements or qualities.

Example: "His graduation was a moment of great pride for his family."

Boredom: The state of being weary and restless through lack of interest.

This is very boring

Amazed: Amazing grace, Amazing spiderman

2. Vocabulary: Advanced Emotions

Ecstatic: Feeling overwhelming joy or delight.

Example: "Winning the championship left her ecstatic."

Melancholy: A deep, pensive, and long-lasting sadness.

Example: "The rainy weather always makes him feel a bit melancholy."

Indignant: Feeling anger or annoyance at perceived injustice.

Example: "She was indignant when she discovered the unfair treatment."

3. Expressions and Idioms

On Cloud Nine: Extremely happy.

Example: "After getting the promotion, he was on cloud nine."

Cry over spilled milk: To lament or worry about something that has already happened and
cannot be changed.

Example: "There's no use crying over spilled milk; let's focus on finding a solution."

4. Curiosities and Interesting Facts

Emotion in Literature: Many classic works of literature are centered around exploring human
emotions. For example, Shakespeare's plays often delve deep into the complexities of love,
jealousy, and revenge.
Emotion in Language: Different cultures have unique ways of expressing and interpreting
emotions. For instance, some languages have words that don't directly translate into English,
capturing specific emotional nuances.

The Science of Emotions: Emotions have a physiological basis. Understanding the science
behind emotions involves exploring the brain's role in emotional responses and the release of
neurotransmitters.

5. Class Activity: Writing Exercise

Ask students to write a short paragraph expressing a specific emotion of their choice.
Encourage them to use vivid language and provide details that convey the intensity of the
emotion. Afterward, students can share their paragraphs with the class for discussion.

Homework Assignment:

Choose an emotion from the lesson and find a poem, song, or piece of literature that
exemplifies or explores that emotion. Write a brief analysis of how the emotion is portrayed in
the chosen work.

Yesterday, Sarah went to the park. The sun was shining, and the sky was clear. She felt excited
as she walked through the gate, looking at all the swings and slides.

As she started swinging, a friendly dog approached her. It was so cute, and Sarah couldn't help
but feel happy. The dog's owner, a smiling woman, thanked her for playing with their pet.

Suddenly, dark clouds covered the sky, and it started to rain. Sarah felt surprised and a bit
worried. She quickly ran for cover, her excitement turning into a mix of surprise and concern.

Under a big tree, Sarah waited for the rain to stop. The sound of raindrops on the leaves made
her feel calm. She even felt a bit peaceful as she watched the rain create ripples in the puddles.

When the rain finally stopped, Sarah decided to continue her adventure. She discovered a
beautiful butterfly in the flowers. Amazed, she felt a sense of wonder and joy.

As the sun came out again, Sarah felt grateful for the unexpected moments of the day. She left
the park with a warm feeling in her heart, happy to have experienced a range of emotions.
Sarah loves going to the park. Yesterday, it was sunny, and she felt happy. She walked around
and saw swings and slides. Excited, she started swinging.

A cute dog came up to her. Sarah felt happy to see the friendly dog. The owner thanked her for
playing with their pet.

Suddenly, it rained. Sarah felt surprised and a bit worried. She ran under a tree to stay dry. The
rain made a nice sound on the leaves. Sarah felt calm and peaceful.

When the rain stopped, Sarah saw a beautiful butterfly. She felt amazed and joyful. The sun
came out again. Sarah felt grateful for the fun day at the park.

Nice

Kit kat