The Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna

May 6, 2026, 19:30
AustraliaEntertainment

Introduction

The Eurovision Song Contest is in Vienna, Austria. It starts on May 12 and ends on May 16, 2026. The singer JJ won last year.

Main Body

Thirty-five countries are in the show. There are two semi-finals and one big final. Austria and four other countries go to the final automatically. Spain is not in the contest. Five countries left the contest. These countries are Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland, Slovenia, and Iceland. They are angry because Israel is in the show. The police in Vienna are worried. They will check people like they do at the airport. The rules for the show are different now. The voting system is new. Now, more people are on the professional jury. Two jury members must be young people between 18 and 25 years old.

Conclusion

The show is still a big event. However, there are many political problems and strict security rules.

Learning

💡 Focus: Describing Groups and Numbers

In this text, we see a pattern for talking about groups of things or people. This is very useful for A2 learners to describe quantities.

1. The "Number + Noun" Pattern When we talk about a specific amount, we put the number first:

  • 35 countries →\rightarrow Thirty-five countries
  • 2 semi-finals →\rightarrow Two semi-finals
  • 4 countries →\rightarrow Four other countries

2. Using "More" for Changes When something increases, we use more before the noun:

  • More people (This means a larger number than before).

3. Simple a/an vs. Plurals Notice how the text switches between one thing and many things:

  • One big final →\rightarrow (Single event)
  • Two jury members →\rightarrow (Plural/More than one)

Quick Tip: If the number is 1, use "a" or "one". If the number is 2 or more, always add an -s to the end of the word (e.g., country →\rightarrow countries).

Vocabulary Learning

contest (n.)
A competition where people try to win.
Example:She entered the singing contest to win a prize.
show (n.)
A performance or event that people watch.
Example:The concert was a great show.
final (n.)
The last part of a competition.
Example:The final match was exciting.
automatic (adj.)
Happening without needing to be done manually.
Example:The door opens automatically when you approach.
angry (adj.)
Feeling upset or mad.
Example:He was angry when he lost the game.
police (n.)
Officers who enforce the law.
Example:The police helped keep the crowd safe.
airport (n.)
A place where planes land and take off.
Example:She waited at the airport for her flight.
rules (n.)
Instructions or guidelines to follow.
Example:The game has clear rules.
voting (n.)
The act of choosing or selecting.
Example:The voting process was fair.
professional (adj.)
Having skill or training in a job.
Example:He is a professional musician.
jury (n.)
A group of people who decide a case.
Example:The jury listened to the evidence.
young (adj.)
Not old; in the early stage of life.
Example:The young students learned quickly.
event (n.)
Something that happens, especially a planned activity.
Example:The festival was a big event.
political (adj.)
Relating to government or politics.
Example:The political debate attracted many viewers.
problems (n.)
Difficulties or issues.
Example:They faced many problems during the trip.
strict (adj.)
Very strict or firm.
Example:The teacher had strict rules.
security (n.)
Measures to keep safe.
Example:Security checks were required at the entrance.