IELTS-Speaking Flashcards

Important tip for speaking

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Remember In part 1:

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— Try to show fluency
— don’t stop and think
— don’t worry about vocabulary or grammar
— it’s an easy warm-up
— give short, simple answers

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Best Technique for part 1?

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Answer the question …
then give a reason.

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Prepare ideas and vocabulary

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not grammar or linking

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Tripe for Part 2: Describe a place

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— think of “theme” (an interesting place) for any place
—start with easy adjective (fun, lively …)
-search for better words and phrases (fascinating, unforgettable, the time flew by)

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Some words for Part 2: Describe a place

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— lively, bustling, hectic, thriving (شلوغ، پر هیجان، پررونق)
— cosmopolitan (جهان شهری و وابسته به جهان) , multicultural
— fascinating, unique
— a special atmosphere
— sightseeing, entertainment
— an unforgettable experience
— enjoy every minute
— the time flew up
— endless things to see and do (چیزهای بی پایان برای دیدن و انجام دادن)
-it was over too quickly (خیلی سریع تمام شد)

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Words for historic places:

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— old buildings, palaces, statues (کاخ ها، مجسمه ها)
— ancient
— monuments (بناهای تاریخی)
— landmarks
— where great events took place
-connection to the past
-reminders to the past
-everywhere you look
-full of history
-a rich cultural heritage (یک میراث فرهنگی غنی)

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friendly ‘theme’ (e.g. restaurant)

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-welcoming, inviting
-warm, approachable (قابل دسترسی)
-polite (با ادب)
— thoughtful, attentive
— great atmosphere
— make you feel at home
— the service was excellent
— nothing was too much to ask
— an unforgettable evening

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Describe an object: (e.g. some thing like watch, electronic , … )

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Part 2; describe a person

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  1. supportive
  2. Hardworking
  3. Energetic
  4. Motivated
  5. Big-hearted
  6. Always there when you need him
  7. A magnetic personality
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Cheers me up

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به من روحیه میدهد

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Part 2; Describe a historical place

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  1. Old building
  2. Monuments
  3. Landmarks
  4. Connection to the past
  5. Full of history
  6. A rich cultural
    A rich cultural heritage
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I lost track of time because

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کنترل زمان از دستم در رفت …

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Part 2: describe an event
A special event

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Memorable
Unforgettable, spectacular
Fantastic, amazing, wonderful
-a day to remember
-it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience
I had a great time
-I enjoyed every minute
-I was blown away
-I couldn’t have asked for more
-it exceeded my experience

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Wedding

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Bride, groom, guests
Ceremony, marriage vows, wedding reception (party), bright dress

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Describe an activity
Game (Chess)

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Board game, a chess set
Pieces e.g. king, queen, bishop
Checkmate
Mental workout
Strategy

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Swimming is relaxing:

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Yesterday I had a lot on my mind, but as soon as I hit the water, all of my troubles disappeared.

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It looks stunning

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خیره کننده به نظر میرسد

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Film

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Adventure, mystery
Exciting, dramatic, powerful

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Film: James Bond

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The genre e.g. action, drama
I thoroughly enjoyed it
Great performance
I was on the edge of my seat
I was enthralled (excited)

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Longer term objective

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هدف بلند مدت