IELTS Speaking: Common Topics and Sample Answers

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The IELTS Speaking test covers predictable topic areas. Familiarity with common themes gives you confidence and fluency on test day.

Part 1 Topics

Home, work or studies, hobbies, weather, food, and travel are frequent Part 1 topics. Prepare 3-4 sentence answers for each common area.

Part 2 Cue Cards

Describe a person, place, experience, or object. You get 1 minute to prepare and 2 minutes to speak. Use the STAR framework: Situation, Task, Action, Result.

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Part 3 Discussion

Abstract questions related to your Part 2 topic. Express and justify opinions. Use phrases like ‘from my perspective’ and ‘on the other hand’ to show range.

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