Author: Rupinder
Describe a time when you forgot missed an appointment | May to August 2025 Cue Card | 8 band sample What the appointment was for Who you made it with Why you forgot/missed it And explain how you felt about the experience Vocab / IDIOMS Walking a tightrope – To be in a difficult situation where you have to carefully balance different things or make no mistakes. Unfortunately – Sadly, regretfully Extremely – Very much Dropped the ball – Made mistake Knocked the wind out of my sails – Lost motivation Wake-up call – Serious warning Annoying experience – Irritating…
Describe a person’s house/apartment that you think is very good | May to August 2025 | IELTS Speaking Cue Card Who this person is What the house/apartment is like How often you visit there And explain why you think it’s very good Vocab/Idioms Often – Frequently occurs Hustle and bustle – Busy activity Spacious – Roomy area Charming garden – Attractive greenery Plenty of – Abundant amount Elegantly – Gracefully styled Blend of – Mixture combination Delicious – Tasty food Cozy – Comfortably warm Safe heaven – Peaceful refuge Tranquility – Calmness peace Home is where the heart is –…
Describe an impressive English lesson you had and enjoyed | May to August 2025 Cue Card | IELTS Speaking What it was about When you had it What the teacher did And why you enjoyed the lesson VOCAB / IDIOMS beyond textbook learning = practical education To kick things off = start something immediately captured our attention = grasped focus What made the lesson stand out from the crowd = unique quality left a mark on me = made impact icing on the cake = added bonus a real breath of fresh air = refreshing change vibrant and alive =…
Describe an outdoor sport you like to do | Describe an outdoor sport you would like to do | May to august 2025 Cue Card | 8 band sample
Describe a friend from your childhood | May to August 2025 Cue Card | 8 band sample Who he/she is When and how you met each other What you often did together And explain what made you like him/her Vocab/Idioms Treasures – Valuable things (can be objects, people, or experiences). Everlasting mark – A permanent effect or lasting impact. Significant role – An important part or responsibility. Cherished memories – Precious or fondly remembered experiences. Ice was broken – The tension or awkwardness was removed; a friendly start. Thick as thieves – Very close friends; deeply connected. Rain or shine…
Describe an advertisement which introduced a product you have seen | May-Aug 2025 Cue Card When and where you saw the advertisement What was the product How you like the advertisement And explain how you felt about it Part and parcel – an essential or integral component Caught my eye – attracted my attention Cherry on top – an extra desirable feature Icing on the cake – an additional benefit that makes a good situation even better To be honest – used to introduce a frank opinion Straight to the point – directly addressing the main issue without unnecessary details…
Describe something you had to share with other | May to August 2025 Cue Card | 8 Band sample What it was Who you shared it with Why you had to share with others And explain how you felt about it Vocab /Idioms To kick things off – To begin or start something Unfortunately- Sadly; used when something goes wrong As luck would have it- By chance, often unexpectedly A friend in need is a friend indeed – A true friend helps you when you are in trouble Glad – Happy or pleased Over the moon. – Extremely happy Extremely-…
Describe an object that you think is beautiful | May to August 2025 Cue Card | 8 Band Sample What it is Where you saw it What it looks like And explain why you think it is beautiful Vocab / Idioms Immediately caught my eye – Instantly noticed Elegant design – Stylish appearance Polished walnut wood – Shiny timber Carvings of flowers and vines on the borders – Decorative edges Engraved – Carved deeply Vintage touch – Old-fashioned charm Beauty lies in the details – Fine features Antique clock – Old timepiece Nostalgic memories – Emotional recollections Feast for the…
Describe a time when you made a plan to do an activity with a lot of people | IELTS Speaking Topic | May to august 2025 Cue Card What it was When and where you made it What the activity was And explain how you felt about the plan Pivotal role – Crucial position Clockwork – Precise timing Volunteer drive – Charity campaign Underprivileged families – Disadvantaged households No walk in the park – Difficult task Let the grass grow under my feet – Waste time Delegated tasks – Assigned duties Without a hitch – Smoothly done Well-oiled machine –…
Describe a beautiful sky you enjoyed seeing You should say | May to August 2025 Cue Card Where you saw it Who you saw it with What you saw How you felt about it Vocab/Idioms Hustle and bustle – busy activity Pleasure – great enjoyment Get away from all – escape stress Quite serene – very peaceful A blast together – great fun Scorching day – extremely hot Pouring – heavy rain Cherry on the cake – final touch Rejuvenated – felt refreshed Vibrant rainbow – colorful arc Breathtaking – awe inspiring Captivated – deeply fascinated On cloud nine –…
