IELTS Speaking Vocabulary

Describe a time when you were surprised to meet a friend. You should say Where it was Who you met? When was it? Why were you surprised?   Despite not having a very extroverted nature, I made numerous friends in life so far. I made many friends during school, college, at work and also came across some through social media. In this hectic schedule, it’s always delightful in catching up with friends. Here I will talk about a friend from…

Describe a water sport you would like to try in the future or Describe a sport you would like to try for the first time – What is it – Where you will do it – Whether it is easy or difficult – Why would you like to try it   Well, I used to be hydrophobic when I was young but as I grew up the fear faded away. I love doing various water activities like speed motor boating,…

Describe something or someone that made a lot of noise. You should say Who or what made the noise? What was the noise like? What did you do when you heard the noise? And how did you feel about it?   Well, it’s very difficult for me to bear any noise pollution as I usually get a headache if I am exposed to a constant source of noise. Here I will talk about a time when I had to face…

Describe an occasion when you wasted your time. You should say Where you were When it was What you did And explain why you think it was a waste of time   Well there is a popular belief that time is money and also many say that time does not value those who do not value time. I also try to extract maximum output out of the time every day but on some days I am rather lazy and end…

Describe a film/movie that made you laugh What is the name of this movie? when did you watch it? Who you watched it with why did it make you laugh?   All my friends and family members call me a movie buff as I love watching movies of all genres. However, I try watching at least one comedy movie a week because comedy movies are a good stress buster. There are plenty of movies which got to my funny bone…

Describe a time when you received good news What was it about Who told you the news When you knew it How you felt about it Why do you think it was good Good and bad times are a part of life. People love to receive good news and no one expects to receive the sad ones. However, we can’t have a rainbow without a little rain. Here I would like to talk about a time when I received some…

Describe a book you read that you found useful or Describe an exciting book you read When you read it What type of book is it What is it about Why did you find it useful   Well, I am not a fond reader but sometimes I indulge into this activity for a change or when I get hold of some book that interests me. Although, reading indeed is an enlightening activity and one must do it once in a…

Talk about a prize you want to win What prize it is? How do you know about it? What will you do to win it? Why do you want to win?   I have always believed in working hard and not bothering about the outcomes. But it would indeed be a lie if I said that I do not actually care about prizes. Here I will talk about a prize that I most ardently want to win in the future.…

Describe a person who helps others in his or her spare time Who this person is? How often this person helps others? How this person helps others? Why this person helps others? How you feel about this person? I know many benevolent people who like to assist the seeking in their free time. I believe supporting each other in time of need is the real essence of humanity. Here I will talk about a person who is a philanthropist in…

Describe a photo of yourself that you like (or you have taken) When it was taken? Where it was taken? Who took it? or How you took it? Explain how you felt about the photo   Clicking photographs is a good way to cage time and remember the past when we have leisure time to recall the memories. Photos usually take people to a different world or zone and they are in a deep sense of enjoyment till when they…