IELTS Speaking Part-1
100+ Sample Answers
DR VISHAL GOYAL
Ex Lecturer in English
M.Phil., Ph.D. (English), BCCIT, London (UK)
VISHAL ENGLISH, IELTS & PTE INSTITUTE, YAMUNANAGAR
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Shopping
1. Where do you like to go shopping?
I enjoy going to the mall near my home because it has a great variety of stores including fashion boutiques, a large supermarket, and several restaurants. It's very convenient to find everything I need in one place.
2. What kind of shopping do you find boring?
I don't really enjoy grocery shopping. It's kind of boring to wander around the store looking for things I need. I'd rather shop for clothes or gadgets where I can check out cool new stuff.
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Speaking Part-2 Answers
1. Describe some food or drink that you learned to prepare.
2. Describe a tourist attraction in your country that you would recommend.
3. Describe a time when you enjoyed visiting a member of your family in their home.
4. Describe a time when you met someone who you became good friends with.
5. Describe the neighbourhood you lived in when you were a child.
6. Describe a big city you would like to visit.
7. Describe a monument (e.g., a statue or sculpture) that you like.
8. Describe an occasion when you had to do something in a hurry.
9. Describe a tourist attraction you enjoyed visiting.
10. Describe a review you read about a product or service.
11. Describe a luxury item you would like to own in the future.
12. Describe some technology (e.g. an app, phone, software program) that you decided to stop using.
13. Describe a hotel that you know.
14. Describe a website you have bought something from.
15. Describe a famous business person that you know about.
16. Describe an interesting TV programme you watched about a science topic.
17. Describe a book that you enjoyed reading because you had to think a lot.
18. Describe something you liked very much which you bought for your home.
19. Describe a very difficult task that you succeeded in doing as part of your work or studies.
20. Describe a website you have bought something from.
21. Describe someone you know who has started a business.
22. Describe a time when you started using a new technological device (e.g. a new computer or phone).
23. Describe an interesting discussion you had as part of your work or studies.
24. Describe a website you use that helps you a lot in your work or studies.
25. Describe an occasion when you had to wait a long time for someone or something to arrive.
26. Describe a film/movie actor from your country who is very popular.
27. Describe an interesting discussion you had about how you spend your money.
28. Describe a time when you visited a friend or family member at their workplace.
29. Describe a house/apartment that someone you know lives in.
30. Describe a writer you would like to meet.
31. Describe a day when you thought the weather was perfect.
32. Describe a TV documentary you watched that was particularly interesting.
33. Describe someone you know who does something well.
34. Describe a shop near where you live that you sometimes use.
35. Describe a child that you know.
36. Describe something you don’t have now but would like to own in the future.
37. Describe an open-air or street market which you enjoyed visiting.
38. Describe something you did that was new or exciting.
39. Describe a journey [e.g. by car, plane, boat] that you remember well.
40. Describe a person who has done a lot of work to help people.
41. Describe a time when you were asked to give your opinion in a questionnaire or survey.
42. Describe a restaurant that you enjoyed going to.
43. Describe a meeting you remember going to at work, college or school.
44. Describe a friend of your family you remember from your childhood.
45. Describe a party that you enjoyed.
46. Describe an idea you had for improving something at work or college.
47. Describe a competition (e.g. TV, college/work or sports competition) that you took part in.
48. Describe a piece of electronic equipment that you find useful.
49. Describe someone in your family who you like/admire.
50. Describe something healthy you enjoy doing.
51. Describe a game or sport you enjoy playing.
52. Describe an important choice you had to make in your life.
53. Describe a well-known person you like or admire.
54. Describe a song or a piece of music you like.
55. Describe one of your friends.
56. Describe a festival that is important in your country.
57. Describe an interesting historic place.
58. Describe an interest or hobby that you enjoy.
59. Describe a river, lake or sea which you like.
60. Describe a useful website you have visited.
61. Describe a teacher who has influenced you in your education.
62. Describe a film or a TV programme which has made a strong impression on you.
63. Describe a memorable event in your life.
64. Describe something you own which is very important to you.
65. Describe an important email you have received.
66. Describe a music concert you enjoyed watching.
67. Describe an environmental problem that the world is facing.
68. Describe a book you bought for someone as a gift.
69. Describe a club or association you have organised or are involved in.
70. Describe a time when you asked for an extension of time.
71. Describe a public holiday in your country.
72. Describe an excursion or educational tour you took part in.
73. Describe a book you have recently read.
74. Describe a holiday you have recently celebrated.
75. Describe a photo that makes you feel happy.
76. Describe a type of clothes you like.
77. Describe a shop near where you live that you sometimes go to.
78. Describe a time you spent a lot of money on something.
79. Describe something you couldn't afford before but have recently bought it.
3. Do you prefer to shop online or in physical stores?
I like going to actual stores because I can see and touch things before buying. But online shopping is super handy for rare items or when I'm busy. I'd say I enjoy both ways of shopping.
4. What was the last thing you bought for yourself?
The last thing I bought for myself was a cozy sweater. With the weather getting colder, I wanted something warm and stylish to wear. I browsed a few different stores before finding the perfect one that fit just right.
5. Do you think the shopping habits of people have changed compared to the past?
Absolutely! Shopping habits have evolved significantly over time. Nowadays, more people are turning to online shopping, thanks to its convenience and the availability of delivery services. The rise of digital payment methods, like apps and e-wallets, has also revolutionized how we shop.
6. Is there anything you’ve always wanted to buy but never have? Why?
I've always wanted a cool smartwatch, but I haven't bought one yet. Even though I'm tempted by all the neat features it offers, I've hesitated because of the price. I've got other things to spend money on right now. Still, I hope I can get one someday.
7. Where do you get ideas about what to purchase?
I browse a lot of shopping websites and Instagram to find inspiration about new products and trends. I also get ideas from fashion magazines and by window shopping in popular retail areas. Friends and family also recommend good items they've bought that I might like.
8. Do you prefer to shop alone or with others?
I enjoy shopping alone sometimes so I can take my time and make decisions without input from anyone else. However, going with one or two close friends can also be really fun. I can get their opinions and enjoy spending time together while shopping.
9. What do you think of sales and discounts offered by stores?
I love a good sale! When stores offer discounts or bargains, it's hard for me to resist. Saving money on purchases always gives me a thrill. I think sales are great for both customers and stores - we get good deals, and they get more business. It's a win-win situation!
10. Do you window shop even when you don’t plan to buy anything? Why?
Absolutely! I enjoy window shopping simply to explore new products and fashion trends, even if I don't have any intention to buy. It's a fun way to stay updated on what's available in stores and online. Plus, it sparks creativity and helps me plan for future purchases when I'm ready to shop for something specific.
More Part-1 Answers
Speaking Part-2 Answers
1. Describe some food or drink that you learned to prepare.
2. Describe a tourist attraction in your country that you would recommend.
3. Describe a time when you enjoyed visiting a member of your family in their home.
4. Describe a time when you met someone who you became good friends with.
5. Describe the neighbourhood you lived in when you were a child.
6. Describe a big city you would like to visit.
7. Describe a monument (e.g., a statue or sculpture) that you like.
8. Describe an occasion when you had to do something in a hurry.
9. Describe a tourist attraction you enjoyed visiting.
10. Describe a review you read about a product or service.
11. Describe a luxury item you would like to own in the future.
12. Describe some technology (e.g. an app, phone, software program) that you decided to stop using.
13. Describe a hotel that you know.
14. Describe a website you have bought something from.
15. Describe a famous business person that you know about.
16. Describe an interesting TV programme you watched about a science topic.
17. Describe a book that you enjoyed reading because you had to think a lot.
18. Describe something you liked very much which you bought for your home.
19. Describe a very difficult task that you succeeded in doing as part of your work or studies.
20. Describe a website you have bought something from.
21. Describe someone you know who has started a business.
22. Describe a time when you started using a new technological device (e.g. a new computer or phone).
23. Describe an interesting discussion you had as part of your work or studies.
24. Describe a website you use that helps you a lot in your work or studies.
25. Describe an occasion when you had to wait a long time for someone or something to arrive.
26. Describe a film/movie actor from your country who is very popular.
27. Describe an interesting discussion you had about how you spend your money.
28. Describe a time when you visited a friend or family member at their workplace.
29. Describe a house/apartment that someone you know lives in.
30. Describe a writer you would like to meet.
31. Describe a day when you thought the weather was perfect.
32. Describe a TV documentary you watched that was particularly interesting.
33. Describe someone you know who does something well.
34. Describe a shop near where you live that you sometimes use.
35. Describe a child that you know.
36. Describe something you don’t have now but would like to own in the future.
37. Describe an open-air or street market which you enjoyed visiting.
38. Describe something you did that was new or exciting.
39. Describe a journey [e.g. by car, plane, boat] that you remember well.
40. Describe a person who has done a lot of work to help people.
41. Describe a time when you were asked to give your opinion in a questionnaire or survey.
42. Describe a restaurant that you enjoyed going to.
43. Describe a meeting you remember going to at work, college or school.
44. Describe a friend of your family you remember from your childhood.
45. Describe a party that you enjoyed.
46. Describe an idea you had for improving something at work or college.
47. Describe a competition (e.g. TV, college/work or sports competition) that you took part in.
48. Describe a piece of electronic equipment that you find useful.
49. Describe someone in your family who you like/admire.
50. Describe something healthy you enjoy doing.
51. Describe a game or sport you enjoy playing.
52. Describe an important choice you had to make in your life.
53. Describe a well-known person you like or admire.
54. Describe a song or a piece of music you like.
55. Describe one of your friends.
56. Describe a festival that is important in your country.
57. Describe an interesting historic place.
58. Describe an interest or hobby that you enjoy.
59. Describe a river, lake or sea which you like.
60. Describe a useful website you have visited.
61. Describe a teacher who has influenced you in your education.
62. Describe a film or a TV programme which has made a strong impression on you.
63. Describe a memorable event in your life.
64. Describe something you own which is very important to you.
65. Describe an important email you have received.
66. Describe a music concert you enjoyed watching.
67. Describe an environmental problem that the world is facing.
68. Describe a book you bought for someone as a gift.
69. Describe a club or association you have organised or are involved in.
70. Describe a time when you asked for an extension of time.
71. Describe a public holiday in your country.
72. Describe an excursion or educational tour you took part in.
73. Describe a book you have recently read.
74. Describe a holiday you have recently celebrated.
75. Describe a photo that makes you feel happy.
76. Describe a type of clothes you like.
77. Describe a shop near where you live that you sometimes go to.
78. Describe a time you spent a lot of money on something.
79. Describe something you couldn't afford before but have recently bought it.