AN AFTERNOON ☕COFFEE UNDER A MANGO TREE🌳

    One calm afternoon, Lisha saw John passing by in front of her house. She was sitting on the terrace under the big mango tree. Lisha smiled and called him, “Hey, John, would you like to have some coffee with me on the terrace?” John smiled back and replied, “Sure, I’d love to.”

    A few minutes later, they were sitting together under the mango tree, enjoying the warm coffee and the cool afternoon breeze.

    While sipping his coffee, John suddenly said, “Lisha, would you like to go fishing with me at the pond near the village?” Lisha looked excited. “That sounds fun! Let’s go.” They walked to the pond and started fishing together. The place was quiet and peaceful.

    Suddenly, an angry man came and shouted, “Hey! What are you doing in my pond?” John looked shocked for a second, then quickly ran away without saying a word. Lisha stood there in confusion. “Wait… this isn’t your pond?” she whispered to herself.

    The pond owner scolded Lisha, while she was still trying to understand what had just happened. Lisha finally realized that she had no idea the pond did not belong to John.

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    From the story above, we can see how invitations are used naturally in daily conversations. Lisha invited John to have coffee together, and later John invited Lisha to go fishing. These expressions are examples of invitation, which we often use to ask someone to join an activity, come to a place, or spend time together. In this lesson, we will learn more about how to make invitations, how to accept or decline them politely, and how to use them in real-life situations.

INVITATION

Definition (Pengertian)
An invitation is an expression used to ask someone to come, join, or attend an event, activity, or occasion.
(Invitation adalah ungkapan yang digunakan untuk mengajak seseorang datang, bergabung, atau menghadiri suatu acara atau kegiatan.)

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PURPOSE OF INVITATION

We use invitations to:

• invite someone to an event
• ask someone to join an activity
• offer togetherness and participation
• build good social relationships

Examples of occasions:

• birthday party
• study group
• meeting
• wedding
• hiking trip
• school event

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COMMON EXPRESSIONS OF INVITATION

Here are some common ways to invite someone:

Informal Invitation

Used for friends, classmates, or family.

• Would you like to come with me?
• Do you want to join us?
• Let’s go together.
• Why don’t you come with us?
• Would you like to join the event?
• Come and join us!

Examples:

• Would you like to join our study group?
• Let’s go hiking this weekend.
• Do you want to come to my birthday party?

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Formal Invitation

Used for teachers, guests, or formal events.

• We would like to invite you to...
• You are cordially invited to...
• We would be pleased if you could attend...
• It would be an honor to have you...

Examples:

• You are cordially invited to our school anniversary.
• We would like to invite you to the meeting.

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RESPONDING TO INVITATIONS

Accepting an Invitation

• Yes, I’d love to.
• Sure, I’d be happy to.
• That sounds great.
• Thank you for inviting me.
• I’d love to join.

Example:
A: Would you like to come to my house?
B: Sure, I’d love to.

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Declining an Invitation

• I’m sorry, I can’t.
• I’d love to, but I have another plan.
• Sorry, maybe next time.
• Thank you, but I won’t be able to come.

Example:
A: Would you like to join us?
B: I’m sorry, I can’t. I have homework.

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EXAMPLE IN DIALOG

Dialogue 1

A: Would you like to join our hiking trip this weekend?
B: Sure, I’d love to.

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Dialogue 2

A: Do you want to come to my birthday party?
B: I’d love to, but I have to visit my grandmother.

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Dialogue 3

A: Let’s study together after school.
B: That sounds great.

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LANGUAGE TIPS

Use would you like... for polite invitations.
Use let’s... for friendly invitations.
Always respond politely, whether accepting or declining.

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CONCLUSION

Invitations are important expressions in daily communication. Learning how to invite others and respond properly helps students communicate politely and confidently in both formal and informal situations.

INVITATION CARD

Definition (Pengertian)
An invitation card is a written card or message used to invite someone to attend an event, celebration, meeting, or special occasion.
(Invitation card adalah kartu atau pesan tertulis yang digunakan untuk mengundang seseorang menghadiri suatu acara, perayaan, pertemuan, atau kesempatan khusus.)

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PURPOSE OF AN INVITATION CARD

The purpose of an invitation card is to:

• inform people about an event
• invite them to attend
• provide important details about the event

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PARTS OF AN INVITATION CARD

An invitation card usually contains:

1. Event / Occasion

The name of the event.

Examples:

• Birthday Party
• Wedding Ceremony
• Graduation Party
• School Anniversary
• Study Group Meeting

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2. Date

The day and date of the event.

Example:
Saturday, May 10th, 2026

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3. Time

The time when the event starts.

Example:
At 07.00 p.m.

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4. Place / Venue

The location of the event.

Example:
At AK’s House
At School Hall
At Mount Prau Basecamp

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5. Host / Sender

The person or group who invites.

Example:
From: Lisha
Hosted by: Class XI Students

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6. Additional Message

A friendly closing message.

Examples:

• We hope you can come.
• Your presence will mean a lot.
• See you there!

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EXAMPLE OF INVITATION CARD

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BIRTHDAY PARTY

You are invited to my birthday party.

Date : Saturday, May 10th, 2026
Time : 07.00 p.m.
Place : AK’s House

I hope you can come and celebrate with me.

From,
AK

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LANGUAGE FEATURES

Invitation cards usually use:

• simple present tense
• polite expressions
• short and clear information

Common expressions:

• You are invited to...
• Please join us...
• We would be happy to see you...

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DIFFERENCE: INVITATION vs INVITATION CARD

Invitation = the expression / spoken invitation
Example: Would you like to come?

Invitation card = the written form
Example: You are invited to my birthday party.

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CONCLUSION

An invitation card is a simple written way to invite someone to an event. It should be clear, polite, and include all important details such as the date, time, and place.