Week 15- AI Girlfriends (B)

Love in the Digital Age: The Rise of AI Girlfriends

Week 15 – May 9th

Technology is changing how we connect with people. One new idea is AI girlfriends. These are virtual friends that use technology to talk, send messages, and even give support. Many people like AI girlfriends because they can talk to them anytime and practice conversations without feeling shy.

AI girlfriends are available on apps, and people can choose how their virtual friend looks, talks, and acts. Some people use AI girlfriends to practice English, share their feelings, or just have someone to talk to when they feel lonely.

Some people think AI girlfriends are not real relationships, but others believe they help people feel better and practice social skills. Technology is making new kinds of connections possible.

Idiom of the Week

Idiom: "Head over heels" Meaning: To be very much in love with someone or something. Example: He is head over heels for his new AI companion.

Words of the Week: Learn These New Words! (8)

👉 Companion – A friend or someone you spend time with. Example: My dog is my best companion.

👉 Customize – To change something to make it the way you want. Example: You can customize your phone with apps and colors.

👉 Virtual – Not real, only on the computer or online. Example: She has a virtual pet that she takes care of every day.

👉 Artificial Intelligence (AI) – Technology that can think and learn like a human. Example: Siri and Alexa use artificial intelligence to answer questions.

👉 Connection – A link or relationship between people or things. Example: Talking with friends helps me feel a connection to them.

👉 Emotion – A feeling like happy, sad, or excited. Example: Watching that movie gave me a lot of emotions.

👉 Lonely – Feeling sad because you are alone. Example: He got a pet so he wouldn’t feel lonely.

👉 Critic – A person who judges or finds problems with something. Example: Some critics say AI friends are not real, but others like them.

Quote of the Week

"Technology is best when it brings people together." — Matt Mullenweg

Journal of the Week – Let’s Write!

Theme: Love and Technology Would you like to try an AI companion? Why or why not? Write about your thoughts and use at least three words from this week’s list.