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IELTS Speaking Part 1
Work...............................................................................8 Noise.........................................................................16

Family and Friends......................................................10 Music........................................................................17

Puzzle...........................................................................11 Staying up................................................................ 18

Names.......................................................................12

Geography....................................................................13

Travelling on public transport....................................14

Housework and Cooking..........................................15

IELTS Speaking Part 2, 3

Describe a programme that you enjoyed very much (e.g. on TV or the internet)...................................................................21

Describe a photo you took that you are proud of.....................................................................................................................................24

Describe a movie you watched recently and would like to watch again...................................................................................28

Describe the home of someone you know well and that you often visit...................................................................................31

Describe a time when you saw a lot of plastic waste (e.g. in a park, on a beach etc.)...........................................................33

Describe a time when you needed to search for information....................................................................................................36

Describe something that you did with one or more people.......................................................................................39

Describe a website you often visit..............................................................................................................................................42

Describe a piece of technology that you feel difficult to use....................................................................................................45

Describe a place you would like to visit for a short time...........................................................................................................47

Describe an unusual meal you had.............................................................................................................................................50

Describe the first day you went to school that you remember?................................................................................................53

Describe a time when you missed or were late for a meeting..................................................................................................55

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 Work
1. What do you do?
1.4 • based in: có trụ sở tải.
→ I work in IT for a well-known educational organization
Ex: I work in a company based in California.
based in Hanoi, Vietnam. I’ve been doing this job for
over a year now.

2. What are your responsibilities?

• to be tasked with: được giao nhiệm vụ.
→ I was tasked with building the company’s website. Ex: They were tasked with cleaning the floor.
However, my expertise is front-end web development, • expertise (n): chuyên môn.
so I am only in charge of the website’s interface. There’s Ex: My expertise is dealing with problems about
another team that is in charge of back-end development. hardware.
• to be in charge of: chịu trách nhiệm.
Ex: I am in charge of managing finance.

3. Why did you choose to do that type of work (or that

job)? • noble reason: lý do cao quý.
Ex: She did it for a noble reason.
→ I don’t have any noble reason like “it is my passion”
• a promising career: một sự nghiệp hứa hẹn.
or “I want to build the best website ever”. I studied IT at
Ex: She has a promising career ahead.
university because I was told that software engineering
• pays really well: trả nhiều tiền.
would be a promising career. And my job pays really well,
Ex: I love my job as it pays really well.
so that’s a bonus.

4. Is there some other kind of work you would rather do?

• main incentive: sự khuyến khích chính.
→ Not really, my main incentive is financial gain, so I have Ex: Money is the main incentive in my job.
no complaints about my job. Besides, I do not have any • filed of work: lĩnh vực công việc.
skills or expertise in any other field of work, so changing Ex: They need to have certification in their fields
careers is out of the question for me now anyway. of work.
• to be out of the question: nằm ngoài câu hỏi,
không khả thi.
Ex: Asking my mom to go out now is out of the
question.

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 Work
5.What do you like about your job?
• competent (adj): có năng lực.
1.5 → The fact that it pays well. Also, my coworkers are very
Ex: He is a competent accountant.
professional and competent, and my boss knows how to
• supportive environment: môi trường có sự
create a collaborative and supportive environment. And,
giúp đỡ.
there’s no unhealthy competition inside the organization
Ex: I love working in a supportive environment.
either, so that’s a plus.

6. What do you dislike about your job (Possibly)?

• to complain (v): phàn nàn.
→ I can’t think of anything I dislike about my job. As I said,
Ex: He always complains about his working
I am happy with the salary and the work environment is
environment.
better than I ever expected it could be, so really there’s
nothing I could possibly complain about.

7. Do you miss being a student?

• the most miserable time of my life: khoảng
→ Absolutely not! My time being a student was the most
thời gian đau khổ nhất trong cuộc đời tôi.
miserable time of my life. I was bullied for no reason,
Ex: The most miserable time of my life was 2
and I didn’t have any friends. Plus, the schoolwork was
years ago when I was broke.
just so boring and tedious.
• to be bullied: bị bắt nạt.
Ex: When he went to school, he was always bullied.

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 Family and friends
1. Do you have a large family or small family?
• to move out: chuyển ra ngoài.
1.6 → I have a large family with six members; my grandparents,
Ex: I am planning to move out next month.
my parents, and my older brother. We are living together
at the moment but I have plans to move out soon.

2. How much time do you manage to spend with

members of your family? • extra work: công việc thêm.
Ex: The reason why I like my job is that I don’t
→ Not much. I work 12 hours a day and usually have have extra work.
to bring home some extra work. On top of that, I like • On top of that: Trên hết.
to spend between 1 and 2 hours a day working out so Ex: On top of that, my family is great.
that my body and mind can handle the workload. But it • to work out: tập thể dục.
means that I only have around 1 to 2 hours a day to be Ex: I usually go to the park and work out in the
with my family, which, to be honest, is enough. morning.
• handle the workload: xử lý khối lượng công việc.
Ex: I have to drink 2 cups of coffee to handle
the workload.

3.Do you have many friends? Why? Why not?

• to make friends: kết bạn.
→ I used to have no friends back when I was in school. I Ex: It’s really easy to make friend with him.
got bullied a lot actually, so I didn’t like the idea of making • to be super nice: tốt.
friends. But now, I have made quite a few friends at work Ex: Most of my teachers are super nice.
and all of them are super nice.

4. Do you prefer to be alone or be with your friends? • For the most part: Hầu hết.
Ex: For the most part, I do my homework in the
→ It depends. For the most part, I like to be alone.. But
evening.
sometimes I prefer hanging out with my friends. I guess
• to hang out with: đi ra ngoài chơi.
introverts can get lonely too sometimes and want some
Ex: I often hang out with my friends on
company.
Mondays.
• introvert (n): người hướng nội.
Ex: I am an introvert who likes to stay at home
alone.
• company (n): ở cùng với người khác.
Ex: They are good company.

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 Puzzle
1. Did you do puzzles in your childhood?
1.7 • playing around with a rubix cube: chơi vòng
→ Yeah sure. I used to do jigsaw puzzles all the time quanh khối rubix.
when I was young, and I also liked playing around with Ex: My sons like playing around with a rubix
a rubix cube too, but I was never very good at it. I mean, cube.
it took me ages to solve it. When I was a teenager I liked
doing crossword puzzles as well.

2. Do you like doing word puzzles or number puzzles?

Which is more difficult for you? • in terms of: về cái gì đó.
Ex: In terms of finance, we need to boost our
→ I like doing both actually, but I wouldn’t say I was very
sales.
good at either of them really. I don’t mind playing around
with Sudoku sometimes, and as I mentioned, I really
like crossword puzzles as well. But in terms of which is
harder, I couldn’t really say.

3. When do you do puzzles, during your trip or when you

feel bored? • come across: gặp, thấy.
Ex: I came across that laptop at a shopping
→ Well I don’t really do puzzles very often these days, mall.
mostly when I was younger. Occasionally I might do a
crossword puzzle if I come across one somewhere, like
in a newspaper or something.

4. Do you think it is good for old people to do puzzles?

• keep your mind active: giữ cho tâm trí luôn hoạt
→ Yeah, I mean, they are a great way to pass the time, động.
especially if you’re bored and have nothing else to do. Ex: Playing chess can keep your mind active.
I suppose they’re quite good to keep your mind active,
which could probably be a problem for many old people.

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 Names
1. Does your name have a special meaning?
• special meaning: ý nghĩa đặc biệt.
1.3
→ I think so, yeah. I mean all Vietnamese names have Ex: Actually, I don’t think I have any special
special meanings attached to them. Some names have meaning on my name.
more than one meaning and it depends on how each
person interprets them. But unfortunately I don’t know
the special meaning of my name. And because I don’t
really care much about that, I’ve never asked my parents
to tell me.

2. How do you choose names for your next generation?

• good fortune: vận may (hoặc có thể hiểu theo
→ In Vietnamese culture, we choose names for our nghĩa nhiều tiền).
children based on many different things. Parents usually Ex: She has a good fortune to work with him.
choose the names that are related to good fortune or a
certain quality of life that they wish their children would
have in the future.

3. Are there any differences between how Vietnamese

name their children now and in the past? • to be similar with: tương đồng với.
Ex: The way to make this food is similar with
→ No I don’t think there are. Since our culture was making noodles.
heavily influenced by Chinese culture, the way we
named our children in the past was quite similar with
how Chinese people named their children. And in the
present day, I think most Vietnamese names are based
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 Geography
1. Do you like geography?
• fascination: niềm hứng thú, vui thích
1.4
→ Yeah, I have always had a fascination with the map • natural landscapes: những phong cảnh thiên
of the world ever since I was young. I loved trying to nhiên
memorize the capital cities of all the countries, and even
trying to memorize where each country was. I also love
natural landscapes as well, I guess that’s kind of related
to geography in a way.

2. Are you good at reading maps? • adept (adj): giỏi một cách tự nhiên
Ex: She’s very adept at dealing with the media.
→ Yeah I would say I was quite adept at reading maps.
just for fun: chỉ cho vui
Probably because of my fascination with the map of the
world when I was young I guess. But even today I use my
google maps app all the time to research places around
the world just for fun.

3. Would you visit a country because of its

• north pole: vùng Bắc cực
geographical location?
• aurora borealis : cực quang

→ I suppose so. I mean, if a country is close to my

country then it’s easier to travel there compared to some
country on the other side of the planet. I’d also like to
visit a country close to the north pole, where you can
see the aurora borealis, like in Sweden or Norway.

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 Traveling on public transport

1. Do you often travel on public transports? Why/Why not?

• catch a train: đi tàu hỏa
1.4
→ Barely ever, except for sometimes when I go on • get around: dạo chơi xung quanh
holiday, then I might catch a train somewhere. I actually • catch a bus: đi xe buýt
prefer catching trains to flying, even though they take
a lot longer. But normally I just get around everywhere
on my motorbike. It’s far more convenient than trying to
catch a bus in this city.

2. Did you use public transport when you were a child?

• commuted to school: di chuyển đến trường
Why/Why not?

→ Not really. When I was a kid my mom drove me

everywhere I needed to go on her motorbike, and I
normally just commuted to school by bicycle because it
wasn’t too far from my house.

3. Do many people use public transport in your country?

Why/Why not?
• affordable (adj): có giá cả phải chăng

→ Yeah kind of. But it’s really quite affordable and • to get around: đi xung quanh

convenient to own your own motorbike to get around in • upgrade (v): nâng cấp

my country. That’s how the majority of people choose to • run down: xuống cấp về chất lượng

travel places. Except for long distances of course. The

buses are currently being upgraded in the city. The old
buses were quite run down.

4. Will you use public transport more in the future? Why/ • incentive (n): những yếu tố khuyến khích giúp
Why not? thúc đẩy động lực.
Ex: Bonus payments provide an incentive to
→ Probably not, to be honest. There’s really no incentive
work harder.
for me to use public transport, it’s just too inconvenient.
• pickpockets (n): những kẻ gian móc túi.
I can ride my motorbike to work in less than 15 minutes.
• to be mindful: đề cao cảnh giác
To go by bus would take me twice as long because
• possessions (n): tư trang, tài sản cá nhân
of having to wait. Plus, there are a lot of pickpockets
traveling on buses in the city, so you always have to be
mindful of your possessions.

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 Housework and Cooking

1. Do you do some cooking/help your family cook at

home now? • a natural (n): người giỏi một cách tự nhiên
1.5

→ No, not really. My mum does most of the cooking,

and when she needs help she gets my sister to help her
because she is quite a natural in the kitchen. My mum
taught her to cook from a very young age. She also
taught me a few things, but I have no interest in learning
to cook.

2. Did you do some house cleaning when you were young?

• siblings (n): anh chị em ruột
→ Yes, my parents always made me and my siblings
• sweeping the floors: lau sàn
help with the cleaning. Just basic stuff, like sweeping
• tidying up: dọn dẹp lại
the floors, or tidying up the house, washing the clothes.
I think it’s a good thing to teach kids to do some chores
around the house. It teaches them about responsibility
for things.

3. Do you have breakfast at home every day?

• breakfast options: những lựa chọn cho bữa
→ No, only sometimes. There are a lot of convenient sáng
breakfast options around my neighborhood, so I usually • eat out: ăn ngoài tiệm
just eat out in the morning on the way to work. It’s really
quite convenient actually. I don’t want to make a big
mess in my kitchen every morning before I walk out the
door to go to work.

4. Do you want to learn how to cook well?

• expand my knowledge: mở rộng vốn hiểu biết
→ Not really. I mean, I would like to expand my
• basic dishes: những món ăn cơ bản
knowledge in the kitchen because I can only cook basic
• any great desire: bất kì tham vọng to lớn nào
dishes. But, I don’t really have any great desire to be a
• a masterchef: một đầu bếp chuyên nghiệp
masterchef or anything like that. I hope to get a wife
who can cook well one day.

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 Noise
1. Which do you think is louder, in the city or in the
• peace and quiet: yên bình và tĩnh lặng
1.6 countryside?

→ Well, it really depends on which city you are in or

which area of the countryside, but generally I would
say that cities are definitely the noisier of the two. The
countryside is generally a place where people go to get
some peace and quiet, you know.

2. What noise do we have in cities?

→ Well, traffic noise and construction noise are the two • come to mind: xuất hiện trong suy nghĩ
main things that come to mind. Construction is probably • peak hour traffic: giao thông tại giờ cao điểm
the noisiest thing I suppose, but peak hour traffic can be • deafening (adj): âm thanh vô cùng to
quite deafening at times also.

3. What kind of noise do cars make?

• the horn: chiếc còi.
→ Well, firstly you have the engine noise, though if the • incessant noise: âm thanh không ngừng
car is electric then I suppose there is no engine noise. • grates on my nerves: làm tôi khó chịu, bực bội
But you still have the noise from the horn, which people Ex: His manner always grated on my nerves.
love to use in my country. That kind of incessant noise
just grates on my nerves sometimes.

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 Music

1. Do you like music? Why / Why not?

1.7 • universal characteristics: đặc điểm vốn có đã
→ Yes, absolutely. Who doesn’t like music? I think
tồn tại từ lâu.
it’s just one of those universal characteristics of all
• catchy beat: giai điệu bắt tai
humans, it’s a part of our soul. There’s always just some
• lyric (n): lời bài hát
catchy beat or lyric, or melody that gets into your head,
• melody (n): giai điệu
and you can’t get rid of it.
• get rid of it: loại bỏ khỏi suy nghĩ

2. What type of music do you like to listen to when you

are alone? Why? • depends on my mood: phụ thuộc vào cảm xúc
của tôi
→ Well there’s not really any particular genre that I listen • electronic dance music: nhạc nhảy điện tử
to when I am alone. It just depends on my mood at the
time. If I’m feeling a little relaxed then I might listen to
some jazz music. But if I’m feeling really energetic then
I might play some electronic dance music.

3. Has the music that you listen to changed since you

were young? • phases (n): các giai đoạn
• rap music: nhạc rap
→ Yeah I guess so. I’ve been through many different • genres (n): các thể loại
phases where I listened to different types of music. Like
rap music, dance music, jazz, and many other genres
that I listened to over the years. I still listen to some of
the same music though that I would have listened to
when I was young.

4. Do you think older and younger generations prefer

different types of music? • classical (adj): mang tính cổ điển
• from their time: từ thời của họ
→ Yes. It’s not really common to find older people
listening to rap music or dance music. They generally
prefer to listen to soft and gentle music, things like
classical music, or other music from their time.

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 Staying up

1. Do you go to sleep early or stay up late?

1.8 • an early bird: một người thức dậy hoặc đến
→ Well neither really. I go to bed at about 10pm, which
sớm
I don’t consider to be late or early. To me, midnight is
Ex: The early bird usually gets the best deal.
late, and 8pm is early, anywhere in between those times
is quite normal I think. I’m more concerned about what
time I wake up rather than what time I go to sleep. I like
to be an early bird and wake up at around 5.30am.

2. What do you do when you stay up late?

• pull an all-nighter: thức trắng đêm, thường để
→ If I stay up late it’s usually because I am watching a học bài
movie, or out with my friends. Sometimes I used to pull Ex: I pulled an all-nighter last night.
an all-nighter when I was in university and cramming • cram (v): cố nhồi nhét
for a major exam, but those days are long gone now. I • those days are long gone: những ngày đó đã
definitely couldn’t do that now. không còn nữa

3. How do you feel when you have stayed up late the

• get 40 winks: có một giấc ngủ ngắn trong ngày
night before?
Ex: He usually has forty winks going home on
→ Yeah well usually I am quite tired and need to take a the train.
nap at lunch time. If I can’t get 40 winks, then I just end
up having an early night the following night and go to
sleep at like 8pm or something.

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 Ứng dụng mô hình S.T.A.R để mở rộng bài nói trong phần thi IELTS Speaking Part 2

Phương pháp STAR được viết tắt cho 4 từ: Situation - Task - Action - Result.
4 từ viết tắt trong STAR có thể được giải thích chi tiết hơn như sau:
• Situation: Chữ S viết tắt cho Situation, mang nghĩa chỉ bối cảnh trong câu chuyện, tạo nên tiền đề quan
trọng cho những nội dung đi sau. Mặt khác, phần Situation cũng có thể sử dụng để đưa ra những thông tin
cơ bản nhất nhằm giới thiệu sự vật, sự việc trong bài.
• Task: Ở phần này, người nói cần đề cập cụ thể hơn về mục đích cần đạt được trong tình huống, những trở
ngại, khó khăn và những công việc cần hoàn thành. Áp dụng trong dạng miêu tả người hay sự vật, phần
Task sẽ nói đến những thông tin ngắn gọn, tổng quát nhất về đối tượng nhằm khái quát rõ những nội dung
ở phần Action.
• Action: Miêu tả chi tiết về quá trình thí sinh giải quyết tình huống, những hành động đã thực hiện để đạt
được đích đến trong phần Task. Với dạng miêu tả người hay sự vật, phần Action là nơi đề cập đến những
nội dung chi tiết nhất trong bài nói, tập trung vào mục đích đưa ra thông tin miêu tả đối tượng nhằm đáp
ứng yêu cầu đề bài.
• Result: Tại phần cuối cùng, người nói đề cập đến thành quả đạt được trong câu chuyện hoặc bày tỏ thêm
các suy nghĩ, quan điểm cá nhân của mình về trải nghiệm, sự vật, sự việc vừa nhắc đến.

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 A programme

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe a programme that you enjoyed very much (e.g. on TV or the internet)
You should say:
• What the programme was about
• Where you watched this programme
• Who you watched it with
And explain why you enjoyed this programme so much

Idea

Situation Who wants to be a Millionaire?, popular game show originated in America

Task quiz show, answer 15 questions in a row correctly to win a million dollars

Action watch this program religiously when I was a kid, sit down in the lounge room with family after dinner once
a week, try and answer the questions

Result everyone at home can play along, general knowledge questions, family bonding activity

Answer
Ok, so I am going to tell you about one of my favorite TV programs
1. game show: trò chơi truyền hình
and that is ‘Who Wants To Be A Millionaire’, which is a really popular
2. originated in: bắt nguồn từ
game show (1)
that is loved by many people all around the world. I
3. quiz show: trò chơi giải đố
guess the show originated in (2) America, but nowadays I think most
4. the object of the game: mục tiêu
countries have their own version of the program.
của trò chơi
5. a series of multiple choice
As I mentioned, it’s a quiz show , and the object of the game
(3) (4)
is
questions: một chuỗi các câu hỏi trắc
to answer a series of multiple choice questions (5) with four possible
nghiệm
answers to choose from. To win a million dollars you need to answer
6. in a row: trong cùng một lượt
15 questions in a row (6) correctly. Each time the contestant (7) gets a
7. contestant (n): người chơi
correct answer, they can choose to take the money or gamble their
8. gamble their winnings: đặt cược
winnings (8)
and attempt to answer the next question, but if they
phần thưởng
get the question wrong, then they’re out of the game and don’t win
9. religiously (adv): thường xuyên
anything. To help them answer the questions, they have three options
they can use once only, which are called ‘lifelines’ on the show. If I
remember correctly, they are ‘phone a friend’, ‘50/50’- which removes
half the possible answers, and ‘ask the audience’. And, each time they
get a question correct, the amount of money they can win gets higher
and higher, until it reaches one million dollars at the last question.

So, I used to watch this program religiously (9)

when I was a kid. My
entire family loved watching it, and we would all sit down in the lounge
room after dinner once a week to watch it together. It was on at about

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10. take our spot: chọn chỗ ngồi
eat some dessert while we watched it, and of course we’d all try and
11. play along: chơi cùng
answer the questions, like most people do I guess.
12. have a go at: chỉ trích, phán xét
việc gì
One of the main reasons I liked watching this show was because it
13. general knowledge: kiến thức
is a game show, so everyone at home can play along (11), just like the
chung
contestant, and have a go at (12) answering the questions. The question
14. as the stakes get higher: các
topics can vary, but they are considered to be general knowledge (13)
mức cược dần trở nên cao hơn
questions, though they get more and more difficult as the stakes get
15. family bonding activity: hoạt
higher (14). The other reason I like watching this show was because it
động gắn kết gia đình
was kind of a family bonding activity (15) that we did together. It was
16. get together: quây quần bên nhau
nice to get together (16)
one night per week and watch a show and
have some fun trying to answer the questions.

IELTS Speaking Part 3

• reality shows: show truyền hình thực tế
1. What programs do people like to watch in your
• buzz (n): sự phấn khích, yêu thích
country?
Ex: His hairstyles generated more buzz than his
In Vietnam, people enjoy watching a variety of music
programs, including dramas, reality shows, and game
shows. Drama series, both domestic and foreign, are
very popular and often generate a lot of buzz on social
media. Reality shows, such as singing competitions
and cooking shows, are also quite popular. Additionally,
game shows that test knowledge and physical abilities
are popular among Vietnamese viewers. Overall,
Vietnamese audiences have diverse interests when it
comes to television programming.

2. Do people in your country like to watch foreign TV

programs? • streaming platforms: các nền tảng phát sóng

Yes, people in my country do enjoy watching foreign trực tiếp

TV programs. With the increasing availability of online • cultural exposure: sự tiếp xúc với nền văn hóa

streaming platforms, many viewers have access

to international TV shows and movies. Popular
genres include action, romance, comedy, and drama.
Foreign TV programs provide a fresh perspective and
cultural exposure, which can be both entertaining
and educational. In addition, some viewers also enjoy
watching foreign news programs to stay informed
about global events.

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 3. What’s the benefit of letting kids watch animal vid-
• With the ease of: với sự tiện lợi của
eos than visiting zoos?

One benefit of letting kids watch animal videos instead

of visiting zoos is that it can be a more convenient and
accessible way to learn about animals. With the ease
of technology, kids can watch videos on their phones
or tablets anytime and anywhere. Additionally, animal
videos can provide a wider variety of animals from
around the world that may not be available to see in
local zoos. Moreover, animal videos can also offer a
safer environment for both the animals and the children.

4. Do you think game shows and chat shows are a waste

of time? • a waste of time: một sự lãng phí thời gian
• as a form of: đóng vai trò như một hình thức
However, game shows and chat shows can serve as a
form of entertainment and relaxation for some people.
Additionally, they may provide a platform for discussing
important topics and issues. However, excessive
watching of such shows can also be a waste of time
and may take away from more productive activities
such as studying, exercising, or spending time with
loved ones. Ultimately, whether game shows and chat
shows are a waste of time depends on the individual
and their priorities.

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 A photo

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe a photo you took that you are proud of
You should say:
• Who/What did you take photo of
• When did you take this photo
• What is the photo about
And explain why you feel proud of the photo

Idea

Situation A photo of Mt Everest from a holiday to Nepal

Took the photo while I was high up in the mountains on a trekking trip to the base of Mt Everest in Ne-
Task
pal. Photo is a panoramic photograph of a scene of mountains with Everest in the background.

Action Hiked for two weeks to get to the place in the mountains where the picture was taken. Spectacular scen-
ery. Once in a lifetime opportunity. Deal with many struggles: got a cold, blocked nose, blisters…

Result Proud because of overcoming a lot of struggles to get there to take the picture.

Answer

Today I’d like to tell you about a photo that I took of Mt Everest in 1. a hiking trip: một chuyến đi bộ
Nepal. đường dài
2. a panoramic scene: một góc nhìn
It is from a hiking trip (1) that I took there quite a few years ago now. I toàn cảnh
think it was around 2013, so about 10 years ago I suppose. Anyway, 3. get that shot: chụp được bức ảnh
the photo isn’t just of Mt Everest, it’s actually a panoramic scene (2)
đó
showing a number of huge mountains in the Everest Valley, and Mt 4. hike on the trail that leads to: đi bộ
Everest is just one of the mountains in the photo. trên con đường mòn dẫn đến
5. staying in small villages: trú tại
So, to get that shot (3), I had to hike on the trail that leads to (4) Mt những ngôi làng nhỏ
Everest base camp for about two weeks, staying in small villages (5) in 6. mountains and valleys: những
the mountains and valleys (6) along the way. After about two weeks of ngọn núi và thung lũng
trekking (7), you reach a point (8) high enough in the mountains where 7. trekking (n): đi bộ dài ngày
there is a lookout (9) on top of one small peak with a small Buddhist (thường tại những nơi hoang dã)
temple (10) there also, from where you can get an amazing view (11) of 8. reach a point: đi đến một độ cao
the surrounding mountain scenery (12). It really is a spectacular site(13) nhất định
to see with your own eyes , and was a real once-in-a-lifetime
(14)
9. a lookout: một điểm nhìn phong
opportunity (15). cảnh
10. a small Buddhist temple: một
I guess the main reason that I am proud of that photo is because of ngôi chùa nhỏ
the many struggles I had to deal with (16) during that time on the trip

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 to get that photo . I was quite unfit (18) when I started that hiking
(17)
11. an amazing view: một khung
trip, so it was quite hard work (19) for the first week or so (20) until my
cảnh tuyệt vời
body adapted (21) to hiking every day, and it also took some time (22) to
12. surrounding mountain scenery:
acclimatize (23) to the height, because the altitude is so high, you get
khung cảnh xung quanh là đồi núi
less and less oxygen when you breathe. I also got a cold (24) and had a
13. a spectacular site: một địa điểm
blocked nose (25) the whole time, and then massive blisters (26) on my
kỳ thú
feet because I hadn’t worn my hiking boots (27) for a few years. And to
14. see with your own eyes: chính
make matters worse (28), my boots started to fall apart (29) after about
mắt nhìn thấy
a week, so that caused even more problems (30). Anyway, I remember
15. once-in-a-lifetime opportunity:
sitting up there on that peak and being really happy to be there, and
cơ hội chỉ có một lần trong đời
this photo reminds me of that time (31) and makes me proud of it.
16. the many struggles I had to deal
with: rất nhiều khó khăn trắc trở tôi
phải đối mặt
17. get that photo: chụp được bức
ảnh đó
18. quite unfit: chưa thực sự sẵn
sàng, phù hợp
19. hard work: vất vả
20. the first week or so: khoảng một
tuần đầu
21. my body adapted: cơ thể tôi đã
thích nghi
22. took some time: mất một chút
thời gian
23. acclimatize (v) /əˈklaɪ.mə.t̬aɪz/:
thích nghi với hoàn cảnh
24. got a cold: bị cảm cúm
25. a blocked nose: nghẹt mũi
26. blisters: các vết rộp
27. hiking boots: ủng đi bộ
28. to make matters worse: còn tệ
hơn thế nữa
29. to fall apart: bị rách
30. caused even more problems: gây
thêm nhiều rắc rối nữa
31. reminds me of that time: làm tôi
nhớ lại về thời gian đó

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 IELTS Speaking Part 3
1. Why do some people like to record important things with
photos? • to visually relive: nhớ lại qua hình ảnh
• reminisce (v) /ˌrem.əˈnɪs/: hồi tưởng lại
Many individuals prefer to capture significant moments
through photographs because doing so enables them
to visually relive the memory and cherish it. This is
particularly true when one is unable to revisit a certain
place or situation in the future, and the only way to
reminisce is through the images captured. Photographs
can be regarded as a form of documentation that can be
preserved for a lifetime, allowing future generations to
have a glimpse of what the past was like.

2. What can people learn from historical photographs?

• shed light on: làm sáng tỏ, giải thích rõ
Historical photographs offer a wealth of knowledge about Ex: Tracking technologies have shed light on
the past, providing us with a snapshot of what life was the birds’ social nature.
like in a particular period. By examining such photos, we
can learn about the culture, customs, and everyday life of
people from different eras. Furthermore, photos can also
shed light on significant events and pivotal moments that
have shaped our history.

3. Is taking photos the best way to remember

something? • caught up in: quá tập trung vào một thứ và bỏ
quên những gì xung quanh
While taking photos is an excellent way to preserve Ex: I was so caught up in my school work, that
memories, it may not always be the best way to remember I didn’t realize what was happening with my
something. Oftentimes, individuals get so caught up in sister.
capturing the moment that they fail to fully experience it
in the present. Furthermore, relying solely on photographs
to remember a moment can also be limiting, as they only
offer a visual representation of the memory, lacking the
context, emotions, and sensory experience that come with
the original moment.

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 4. Which is better, taking photos or keeping a diary?
• supplement (v): bổ sung thêm vào
Both taking photos and keeping a diary have their Ex: Some vegetarians like to supplement their
benefits, and which is better depends on the individual diets with iron.
and the situation. Photographs are excellent for
capturing a visual record of a moment or experience,
while diaries offer a written record of the event, allowing
for the capture of more detailed information, emotions,
and reflections. In some cases, individuals may find it
useful to combine both methods, using photographs to
supplement their written accounts and vice versa.

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 A movie

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe a movie you watched recently and would like to watch again
You should say:
• What it was about
• Where you watched it
• Why you like it
And explain why you would like to watch it again

Idea

Situation Pulp Fiction, an old movie that was made back in the 90’s

Task Difficult to explain the storyline, jumps back and forth between different time period

All-time favorite film, seen this film about ten times, under the weather, watch to take my mind off things,
Action
excellent cast of actors, full of blood-thirsty violence

Result Watch this film every couple of years, would give it 10 out of 10

Answer
So, a movie that I’ve recently watched and wouldn’t mind (1)
seeing
1. wouldn’t mind: không ngần ngại
again, is called Pulp Fiction. It’s actually an old movie that was made
2. movie directors: các đạo diễn phim
back in the 90’s by one of my favorite movie directors , Quentin
(2)
3. the storyline: mạch truyện
Tarantino.
4. intertwine (v) /ˌɪn.t̬ɚˈtwaɪn/: giao
thoa lẫn nhau
It’s a bit difficult to explain the storyline (3)
because it is about the
5. jumps back and forth: di chuyển
story of two hitmen, a boxer, a gangster and his wife, and two armed
qua lại
robbers, and how their individual stories intertwine (4) with each other.
6. the characters:
The film jumps back and forth (5)
between different time periods
7. all-time favorite: luôn được yêu
showing the relationship between the characters (6)
in the film at
thích
different stages, along with each character’s own individual stories.
8. one of the greatest film directors
of all time: một trong những đạo diễn
This is actually one of my all-time favorite (7)
films by one of the
phim vĩ đại nhất mọi thời đại
greatest film directors of all time , Quentin Tarantino, and I have
(8)
9. a little under the weather: hơi
probably seen this film about ten times. The last time I watched it was
không khỏe
on Netflix while sitting at home one evening with nothing to do. I was
10. take my mind off things: khuây
feeling a little under the weather (9), so I decided to watch one of my
khỏa tâm trí
favorite films to take my mind off things (10).
11. to weave the individual stories:
kết hợp khéo léo các câu chuyện
There are a few reasons why I like this film so much and why I
riêng lẻ
would watch it again. Firstly, the way the director is able to weave
the individual stories (11)
of the characters together is really brilliant,

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 and the way that the storyline jumps back and forth (12) between time
12. jumps back and forth: di chuyển
periods is also really clever (13). It’s a really unique film in that respect
qua lại
. Also, this film has an excellent cast of actors
(14) (15)
such as John
13. really clever: vô cùng khéo léo
Travolta, Samuel L. Jackson, Uma Thurman, and Bruce Willis. Also,
14. in that respect: trong lĩnh vực đó
if you have seen any films by this director before, then you will know
15. cast of actors: dàn diễn viên
that they are usually full of blood-thirsty violence (16) and action, and
16. blood-thirsty violence: pha bạo
this one doesn’t disappoint (17)
in that respect either. So, if you don’t
lực đẫm máu
like blood and violence , and bad language
(18)
, then maybe you
(19)

17. doesn’t disappoint: không làm

shouldn’t watch this film. I usually watch this film every couple of
thất vọng
years, and I would probably watch it again with my girlfriend because
18. blood and violence: máu me và
I don’t think she has seen it yet, although I don’t think she would like
bạo lực
the blood and violence. I would definitely recommend anyone who
19. bad language: ngôn ngữ thô tục
does like unique and interesting films to watch this, and I would give
20. I would give it 10 out of 10: tôi sẽ
it 10 out of 10 (20).
chấm điểm 10 trên 10

IELTS Speaking Part 3

1. Where do people normally watch movies?

When it comes to watching movies, people usually • When it comes to: khi nói đến
prefer to watch them in the comfort of their own homes,
where they can customize the viewing experience
according to their preferences.

2. What are the differences between watching movies

• personalized experience: trải nghiệm được cá
at home and in a cinema?
nhân hóa
• communal atmosphere: bầu không khí giữa
Although watching movies at home can offer a more
đám đông
personalized experience, there are certain elements that
can only be enjoyed in a cinema, such as the communal
atmosphere, big screen, and immersive sound system.
Despite these differences, both home and cinema
viewing offer unique advantages.

3. Are actors or actresses important to movies? Why?

• cinematography (n): kỹ thuật điện ảnh
While actors and actresses can contribute greatly
• elevate a movie to new heights: đưa bộ phim lên
to the overall success of a movie, there are other
một tầm cao mới
factors at play, such as the screenplay, direction, and
cinematography. However, a compelling performance
can elevate a movie to new heights, making it more
memorable and impactful for the audience.

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 4. Why are there fewer people going to the cinema to
watch movies? • attributed to: được tạo nên từ
• streaming services: những dịch vụ phát sóng
The decreasing number of people going to cinemas to
trực tuyến
watch movies can be attributed to a variety of factors,
such as the rising popularity of streaming services, the
convenience of watching movies at home, and the high
costs associated with cinema-going. As a result, cinema
owners and movie studios are constantly exploring new
strategies to attract and retain moviegoers.

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 Accomodation

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe the home of someone you know well and that you often visit
You should say:
• Whose home it is
• How often you go there
• What it is like
And explain how you feel about the home

Idea

Situation My father’s house, built just last year

Task Quite big, plenty of room for visitors, only a single-story home

Usually go to my dad’s house about once a week, occasionally help him out around the farm, catch up with
Action
other family members, holds celebrations there

Result Nice house with modern facilities, favorite part of the home is the back patio, most people who visit his
house don’t want to leave

Answer
Ok so I am going to tell you about my father’s house, which is a new
1. plenty of room: khá nhiều phòng
house that he built on his property in the countryside just last year.
2. a 4 bedroom house: nhà có 4
phòng ngủ
The house is quite a big house actually, considering that it is only
3. an office space: khu vực làm việc
my father and step-mother who live there, although there is plenty of
4. a single-story home: nhà có tất cả
room (1) there for when visitors come to stay. It’s a 4 bedroom house(2),
các phòng cùng nằm trên 1 tầng
however one of the bedrooms is used as an office space (3). It’s only
5. patio (n): sân nhà
a single-story home (4), though it’s quite large, with 3 bedrooms, an
6. overlooks the property: có góc
office, two bathrooms, a large kitchen, dining room, lounge room,
nhìn bao quát ngôi nhà
and TV room. It also has a large undercover patio (5) out the back that
7. the surrounding countryside: vùng
overlooks the property (6) and the surrounding countryside (7).
nông thôn xung quanh
8. help him out: giúp đỡ ông ấy
So I usually go to my dad’s house about once a week because we live
9. to catch up with: hỏi thăm, cập
not too far from each other and I will usually go there for a visit in the
nhật thông tin
afternoon sometimes or to have dinner sometimes also. Occasionally
10. holds celebrations: tổ chức các
I will also go there to help him out (8) with some things around the farm
dịp lễ
also. Whenever any of my other family members come to visit him,
I usually also go there to catch up with (9) them too, and he always
holds celebrations (10) there for family birthdays or Christmas and
things like that. He also has a horse on the farm so sometimes I will
go there to ride the horse too.

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 Although it’s not really the type of home that I would build for myself,
11. modern facilities: cơ sở vật chất
it is still quite a nice house, with all the modern facilities (11) you could
hiện đại
ask for, and a lot of creature comforts (12), like air conditioning, a big
12. creature comforts: những vật
flat screen TV in the TV room and many other things too. Probably
dụng đem lại cảm giác thoải mái
my favorite part of the home is the back patio, where we can sit in the
Ex: The vast majority work in order to
afternoon and have a drink and watch the sunset (13) while looking out
earn the means to obtain some of the
over the countryside (14), it’s really peaceful. In fact, it’s so peaceful
creature comforts of life.
that most people who visit his house don’t want to leave.
13. watch the sunset: ngắm hoàng
hôn

IELTS Speaking Part 3

1. What are the differences between houses or buildings
in the city and in the countryside? • high-rise buildings: những tòa nhà cao tầng
• compact apartments: những căn hộ tích hợp
The houses or buildings in the city and countryside have
some noticeable differences. In the cities, houses are
generally smaller and closer to each other, often in high-
rise buildings with more compact apartments. However,
houses in the countryside are often larger with garden
or yard space surrounding them.

2.Do you prefer to live in the city or in the countryside?

• slower pace of life: nhịp sống chậm hơn
Personally, I prefer to live in the countryside. The fresh Ex: Hoi An has managed to maintain the
air, peaceful environment, and natural scenery are all tranquility and slower pace of life.
very appealing to me. I also appreciate the slower pace
of life and the opportunity to grow my own food.

3. What safety risks are there in residential buildings

• burglaries (n): nạn trộm cắp
in cities?
• smoke alarms: hệ thống báo cháy
There are various safety risks associated with
residential buildings in cities, including fires, burglaries,
and natural disasters like earthquakes. These risks can
be minimized through proper building design, regular
maintenance, and the installation of safety systems like
smoke alarms and security cameras.

4. Is it expensive to decorate a house or an apartment

in the place where you live? • valuable skill: kỹ năng có giá trị, quý giá.
Ex: He taught me a lot of valuable skill when we
Decorating a house or apartment can be expensive,
were in school.
especially if you want to achieve a certain style or theme.
• as a consequence: như một hệ quả.
The cost of furniture, decor, and renovation materials
Ex: As a consequence, he dropped out of school.
can quickly add up. However, there are ways to decorate
• an important lesson: một bài học quan trọng.
on a budget, such as shopping for secondhand items
Ex: My teacher has taught me an important
or DIY projects. Ultimately, the cost of decoration will
lesson.
depend on your personal taste and budget.

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 Plastic waste

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe a time when you saw a lot of plastic waste (e.g. in a park, on a beach etc.)
You should say:
• Where and when you saw the plastic waste
• Why there were a lot of plastic waste
• What you did after you saw them
And explain what your thoughts were about this

Idea

Situation Phuket, Thailand on holiday about 10 years ago, saw it when I was walking across a small bridge

People didn’t dispose of their waste correctly, didn’t have very good recycling facilities or waste dispos-
Task
al systems, people resort to littering

Action I didn’t really do anything about it, the government really needs to raise people’s awareness

It really shocked me and left me speechless, put myself in their shoes, the government there will crack
Result
down on that type of thing in the near future

Answer
Ok, so I am going to tell you about the time that I saw heaps of (1)
1. heaps of: rất nhiều
plastic rubbish somewhere, and that was when I was in Thailand on
2. waterway: kênh rạch
holiday about 10 years ago. To be more specific, it was in Phuket,
3. caught me by surprise: khiến tôi
which is in southern Thailand, and the rubbish was just a whole lot of
ngạc nhiên
plastic bottles and cups, and other waste that was floating in a small
4. dispose of their waste: xả rác
waterway (2) that wasn’t too far from the ocean. I saw it when I was
5. a touristy area: một khu vực du
walking across a small bridge and it really caught me by surprise (3).
lịch
6. contributed to: góp phần vào
I suppose the reason the rubbish was there is because people didn’t
7. recycling facilities: cơ sở tái chế
dispose of their waste (4) correctly by throwing it in a rubbish bin.
8. waste disposal systems: hệ thống
That area is quite a touristy area (5), so I can only assume that it was
xả thải
from tourists, however I also saw that a lot of local people didn’t
9. resort to: miễn cưỡng chấp nhận
really care about it, and probably also contributed to (6) the mess.
Ex: I had to resort to violence to get
I’m only guessing, but perhaps they didn’t have very good recycling
my money.
facilities(7) or waste disposal systems (8)
in place, and therefore
people resort to(9) littering.

After I saw the rubbish, I must admit that I didn’t really do anything
about it. There was so much trash floating in that waterway, and it
was too difficult to access it, so there wasn’t anything that I really

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 could do. And apart from cleaning up (10)
the mess, I think the
10. cleaning up: dọn dẹp
government really needs to raise people’s awareness about (11) the
11. raise people’s awareness: tăng
issues associated with littering (12) and disposing of (13) your trash in
nhận thức của mọi người
an irresponsible manner (14). Without changing the mindset of the
12. litter (v): xả rác
people (15) who are doing the littering, it’s quite difficult to do anything
13. disposing of: xả thải
about the issue.
14. in an irresponsible manner: một
cách vô trách nhiệm
As I already mentioned, when I saw the trash, it really caught me by
15. changing the mindset of the
surprise because I had only been in Thailand for a couple of days
people: thay đổi suy nghĩ của mọi
at that point (16) and I hadn’t seen anything like that before. It really
người
shocked me (17) and left me speechless (18) to think how people could
16. at that point: tại thời điểm đó
throw their trash on the ground so carelessly (19), and not think of
17. shocked me: khiến tôi sốc
the consequences, and how it would tarnish the beauty (20)
of the
18. left me speechless: khiến tôi
local area. But, once I realized that those people who did the littering
không nói nên lời
probably don’t have much awareness about the impacts of what they
19. carelessly (adv): một cách bất
are doing, I could put myself in their shoes (21) and see things from
cẩn
their perspective. But still, I would like to think that the government
20. tarnish the beauty: làm ô uế vẻ
there will crack down on (22) that type of thing in the near future so
đẹp
that beautiful places like that don’t get ruined.
21. put myself in their shoes: đặt
mình vào vị trí của họ
22. crack down on: xử lí nghiêm

IELTS Speaking Part 3

1. Do you think we should use plastic products?
• blanket statement: kết luận chung, mang tính
Plastic products have their own benefits and drawbacks, bao quát
so it’s difficult to make a blanket statement. However, Ex: This blanket statement is made without a
it’s important to be aware of the negative impacts of proper examination of the rent arrears situation.
plastic waste on the environment and take steps to
reduce our use of it.

2. How can we reduce our use of plastic?

• reusable (adj): có thể tái sử dụng
One way to reduce our use of plastic is to switch to
reusable alternatives, such as metal water bottles, cloth
shopping bags, and glass food storage containers.
Additionally, we can choose products with less plastic
packaging and recycle plastic properly.

3. What kinds of plastic waste are often seen in your country?

• prevalent (adj): phổ biến
In my country, single-use plastic bags, water bottles,
and straws are commonly seen as plastic waste.
Additionally, plastic packaging from food and household
products is also prevalent.

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 4. Why do people like to use plastic products?
• versatile material: vật liệu đa công dụng
People like to use plastic products because they are • long-term impacts: những ảnh hưởng về lâu
often cheap, lightweight, and durable. Additionally, dài
plastic is a versatile material that can be used in many
different ways. However, it’s important to consider the
long-term impacts on the environment and explore
alternatives when possible.

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 Information

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe a time when you needed to search for information
• What information you needed to search for
• When you searched for it
• Where you searched for it
And explain why you needed to search for it

Idea

Situation Fix a broken washing machine, few months ago

Task Immediately turned to the internet, found a few websites, none of the solutions worked

Consult the instruction manual, manual was written in technical language, found myself struggling to
Action
make sense of the diagrams and instructions, needed to call a professional

Result Find a reliable repair person, sometimes it’s best to leave it to the professionals

Answer 1. doing laundry: giặt quần áo

There was a time when I had to search for information on how to fix a 2. break down completely: hỏng hóc

broken washing machine. It was a few months ago when I was doing hoàn toàn

laundry (1) and suddenly the machine started making too much noise. 3. handy (adj): khéo léo, thành thạo

I was worried that the machine might break down completely (2) if I trong việc

didn’t do something about it soon. 4. turned to: tìm đến

5. troubleshoot (v): sửa chữa, khắc

As someone who is not particularly handy (3) with fixing appliances, phục

I immediately turned to (4)

the internet to search for information 6. consult (v): tham khảo

on what the problem might be and how I could fix it. I found a few 7. instruction manual: hướng dẫn sử

websites that provided helpful advice on how to troubleshoot (5) dụng

washing machine issues. However, none of the solutions worked for 8. technical language: ngôn ngữ kĩ

my machine, so I decided to consult (6) the instruction manual (7) that thuật

came with the washing machine. 9. make sense of: hiểu được
Ex: We’ve been trying to make sense

I remembered that the manual was kept in a drawer in the living room, of our dreams.

so I quickly went to retrieve it. To my surprise, the manual was written 10. take a look: kiểm tra

in technical language (8) that was difficult for me to understand. I found

myself struggling to make sense of (9) the diagrams and instructions.
This was when I realized that I needed to call a professional to take a
look (10) at the machine.

In the end, I was able to find a reliable repair person who was able
to fix the washing machine quickly and efficiently. Looking back on
the experience, I learned that sometimes it’s better to rely on experts

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11. leave it to the professionals:
manuals can provide helpful advice, sometimes it’s best to leave it to
trông cậy vào những người có chuyên
the professionals (11).
môn

IELTS Speaking Part 3

1. How can people search for information now?
• search engines: các công cụ tìm kiếm
People can now search for information in various • specialized databases: các cơ sở dữ liệu đặc
ways, such as using search engines like Google or biệt
Bing, browsing social media platforms like Twitter or
Facebook, or using specialized databases like academic
journals or industry reports. However, the vast amount
of information available online can also make it difficult
to filter out reliable sources and avoid misinformation.

2. What information can people get from television?

• biased (adj): mang tính thiên vị
Television can provide people with a wide range
• sensationalize (v) /senˈseɪ.ʃən.əl.aɪz/: phóng
of information, from news and current events to
đại
documentaries and educational programs. However,
• evaluate (v): cân nhắc kĩ lưỡng
it’s important to note that television programming can
also be biased or sensationalized, so it’s important to
critically evaluate the information presented.

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 3. With the development of the Internet, is the library
still important? • specialized databases: các cơ sở dữ liệu đặc
biệt
While the internet has undoubtedly made accessing
information more convenient and efficient, the library
remains an important resource for many people.
Libraries often offer access to specialized databases
and resources that may not be available online, as well
as a quiet and focused environment for studying or
research.

4. Does the development of the Internet have any im-

pact on some disadvantaged people? • new forms of inequality: hình thức mới của sự
The development of the internet has both positive and bất bình đẳng
negative impacts on disadvantaged people. On one • disparities (n): những khoảng cách
hand, it can provide greater access to information, Ex: The growing disparity between rich and
services, and resources that may be otherwise poor.
unavailable. However, it can also widen the digital divide • inclusive (adj): đa dạng và bình đẳng
and create new forms of inequality, as those who lack • equitable (adj) /ˈek.wɪ.t̬ə.bəl/: công bằng, bình
access to technology or digital literacy skills may be left đẳng
behind. It’s important to address these disparities and
work towards a more inclusive and equitable society.

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 Teamwork

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe something that you did with one or more people
You should say:
• What it was
• Who you did it with
• How long it took you to do this
And explain why you did it with one or more people

Idea

Situation Went hiking recently with some of my family members, just a month ago

Went away for the weekend to celebrate my birthday, go to a mountainous area, stay up there for the
Task
weekend in an AirBnb

Spent most of the weekend hanging out in our accommodation, go check out one of the nearby
Action hiking trails, it took a lot longer to finish the trail, had a lot of laughs along the way, take in the
surrounding environment

Result Get together to celebrate my birthday, were able to spend some quality time together

Answer
So today I’m going to tell you about when I went hiking recently
with some of my family members. It was actually just a month ago 1. went away for the weekend: đi
when some of my family and I went away for the weekend (1)
to chơi xa vào cuối tuần
celebrate my birthday. We decided to go to a mountainous area 2. an AirBnb: căn hộ cho thuê qua
about three hours drive from where I live and stay up there for the AirBnb
weekend in an AirBnb (2). We spent most of the weekend hanging 3. hanging out: dành thời gian cho
out (3)
in our accommodation, playing board games (4)
, cooking với nhau
food, drinking wine, and generally just having a good time (5). But 4. playing board games: chơi các trò
one morning my brother suggested that we should get out of (6)
the chơi cờ bàn
house and go check out (7) one of the nearby hiking trails that went 5. generally just having a good time:
through the rainforest up on the mountain. Since it was only a short về cơ bản có một khoảng thời gian
hike, maybe about 4-5 kms long, we decided that we shouldn’t be vui vẻ
so lazy and that we should all go get some fresh mountain air 6. get out of: đi ra khỏi một địa điểm
(8)
and do some exercise (9) to burn off all the calories (10) that we 7. check out: đến xem, khám phá
had gained from eating so much food all weekend. So it was me, Ex: I’m going to check out that new
my two brothers, my sister, and my mum. Even though this trail club.
was quite short, it took us a lot longer than it normally would have 8. get some fresh mountain air: tận
because my mother is quite old, and her body is not used to hiking, hưởng không khí trong lành trên núi
so after only a couple of kilometers I think she started to become 9. do some exercise: tập một số bài
a bit exhausted and wanted to turn around and go back. But we tập thể dục
all convinced her that we were already halfway, so there was no

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 point in turning back (11). So, in the end(12), we made it back to the
10. burn off all the calories: đốt cháy
car park, though it probably took twice as long as it would normally
tất cả lượng calories
take me if I had gone on my own. But we had a lot of laughs (13)
Ex: We eat too much and don’t burn
along the way, and by walking slower than normal, I was able to
off calories with enough exercise.
take in (14) the surrounding environment, which was really beautiful.
11. turning back: quay trở về
It even gave my brother and I time to climb some of the really tall
12. in the end: cuối cùng
trees there which was quite fun. And we probably wouldn’t have
Ex: Despite all her worries, she did
done that if we weren’t waiting for mum to catch up (15).
well in her exams in the end.
13. had a lot of laughs: vui vẻ, có rất
So the reason we did this activity together is mainly because it
nhiều tiếng cười
was my birthday, and so my family wanted to get together (16) to
Ex: She’s having a good time, she has
celebrate my birthday (17) and also just to get away for the weekend
a lot of laughs and stuff like that, but
(18)
somewhere nice. We all live in different towns and cities, so we
she doesn’t like to lose at all.
don’t get to catch up (19) as often as we would like to, so by going
14. to take in: hoàn toàn cảm nhận được
away for the weekend (20), we were able to spend some quality time
Ex: It was an interesting exhibition, but
together (21). It really was a great weekend.
there was too much to take in at once.
15. to catch up: đuổi kịp, theo kịp
Ex: I ran after her and managed to
catch up with her.
16. to get together: quây quần, tụ họp
bên nhau
17. to catch up: gặp mặt trò chuyện,
cập nhật thông tin
18. to spend some quality time
together: dành thời gian chất lượng
bên nhau
Ex: He spends quality time together
with his family every day.

IELTS Speaking Part 3

1. What kinds of jobs need people to work in a team?
• to coordinate (v): phối hợp.
Well there are all sorts of jobs that require teamwork I Ex: Every team members need to coordinate to
suppose. Most large companies require people to work win a match.
together in some way or another. Hospitals are a prime • all sorts of jobs: tất cả các loại công việc.
example of where people need to work in a team. You Ex: All sorts of jobs are difficult.
have a team of doctors and nurses and other medical
staff that need to coordinate in order to help their
patients. Other jobs like marketing, or engineers, chefs,
software developers, and many many more all involve
people working in a team.

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 2. How can you get along with your neighbors? • to judge people: đánh giá con người.
I think the best way to have a good relationship with Ex: We are not allowed to judge people.
your neighbors is mainly just to talk with them often, • treat them well: đối xử với họ tốt.
and get to know them. I think it’s easy to judge people Ex: You need to treat them well If you want they treat
that you don’t really know, and to say bad things about you well.
them, or not treat them well. But, on the other hand, if
you actually know them and speak to them often, then
I think it’s probably quite easy to get along with them,
because if you have any problems or differences that
need to be resolved, you can easily just talk to them
about it when you see them next. But if you don’t speak
to your neighbors very often and don’t know them well,
then you might spend a lot of time thinking about the
problem you might have and getting angry about it,
which would cause some unnecessary issues between
you and them.

3. What can parents do with their children to make

• It’s no use: trở nên vô nghĩa.
them happy?
Ex: It’s no use talking to him.
That could be many things I guess. They could take • a reasonable request: một sự yêu cầu hợp lý.
them out somewhere on the weekend, like to the Ex: He asked a reasonable request and I did.
cinema, or to a restaurant or fast food place, or to get
ice cream, or anything that the kids like. I mean, it really
just depends on the age of the kids and what those kids
like to do. It’s no use taking a bunch of teenage boys to
a kids playground is it, because they’re not likely going
to have a good time are they? So I suppose parents just
need to ask their kids what they would like to do, and if
it is a reasonable request then they can do it with them.

4. How can children improve their social skills?

• boost children’s confidence: thúc đẩy sự tự tin
Well I’d say that the best way for kids to improve their của trẻ con.
social skills is for them to be in more social situations. In Ex: Giving a presentation can boost children’s
that way, they would get more comfortable chatting and confidence.
socializing with other people. Perhaps they could also • work on : cải thiện.
work on their own communication skills too, so that they Ex: You need to work on your writing skills.
are better able to talk with people and explain themselves
better. Playing sports is definitely a great way for kids to
improve their social skills I think. By playing sports, they
are interacting with other kids and having fun with each
other, which I think could boost children’s confidence
when in a social setting with others.

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 A website

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe a website you often visit
You should say:
• How you found it
• What it is about
• How often you visit it
And explain why you often visit it

Idea

Situation Wikipedia, first learned about it from my older brother, use it as a source of information

Free online encyclopedia, open-source platform that anyone can contribute to, vast range of topics avail-
Task
able, users can make edits to the information

Visit Wikipedia at least a few times a week, starting point whenever I need to research, website is accessi-
Action
ble from anywhere, provides me with reliable and unbiased information, information is always up-to-date

Result Highly recommend Wikipedia to anyone looking for an informative and reliable source of information

Answer
Wikipedia is a website that I often visit. I first learned about it from my
1. source of information: nguồn
older brother when I was in high school. He suggested that I use it as
thông tin
a source of information (1) for my school projects and assignments.
2. encyclopedia (n) /ɪnˌsaɪ.kləˈpiː.
Ever since then, I have been using Wikipedia to explore various topics
di.ə/: bách khoa toàn thư
that interest me.
3. open-source platform: nền tảng
mã nguồn mở, cho phép mọi người
For those who are not familiar with it, Wikipedia is a free online
truy cập và chỉnh sửa
encyclopedia (2) that contains information on almost any subject
4. make edits: điều chỉnh
you can think of. It is an open-source platform (3) that anyone can
5. starting point: điểm khởi đầu
contribute to, meaning that there is a vast range of topics available
6. find myself on the website: nhận
to read about. The website is constantly updated, and users can
ra mình đang lướt trang web
make edits (4) to the information that is available, making it a highly
informative and reliable source.

I visit Wikipedia quite frequently, at least a few times a week. I find

myself using it as a starting point (5) whenever I need to research a
topic or find more information on something. Whether it’s learning
about a new technology, reading up on current events, or exploring
a new hobby, I always seem to find myself on the website (6). I also
appreciate the fact that the website is accessible from anywhere with
an internet connection, so I can browse it on my laptop or my phone.

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 The reason why I find Wikipedia so useful is that it provides me with
7. unbiased (adj): trung lập
reliable and unbiased (7) information on a wide range of topics. I like
8. up-to-date (adj): mới nhất, hiện
that the website is constantly updated and that users can make
hành
changes to the information. This means that the information is
9. interface (n): giao diện
always up-to-date (8) and reflects the latest research and findings.
10. intuitive (adj) /ˌɪn.tuːˈɪʃ.ən/: đơn
Additionally, I find the website’s user interface (9) to be intuitive (10)
giản, dễ hiểu
and easy to use, which makes it a convenient tool for quick reference
Ex: It has a stunning and intuitive
or for more in-depth (11)
research. Overall, I highly recommend
user interface.
Wikipedia to anyone looking for an informative and reliable source of
11. in-depth (adj): mang tính chuyên
information on almost any topic.
sâu
Ex: This is a well-written and in-depth
text as well as a valuable resource.

IELTS Speaking Part 3

1. What are the most popular and least popular apps in
• stand out: nổi bật
VietNam?
Ex: The black lettering really stands out on that
When it comes to popular apps in Vietnam, there are a orange background.
few that stand out. Social media apps like Facebook and • gaining popularity: ngày càng trở nên phổ biến
Instagram are widely used, as are messaging apps such • lesser-known: ít được biết đến
as Zalo and Viber. Additionally, apps for transportation
like Grab and GoViet are gaining popularity due to their
convenience. On the other hand, lesser-known apps
such as those for mobile payment or specialized niche
interests are less commonly used.

2. What’s the difference between the Internet and

• key differences: những điểm khác biệt quan
television?
trọng
While both television and the Internet can provide access • interactivity (n) /ˌɪntərækˈtɪvəti/: tính tương tác
to information, there are some key differences between Ex: Video games combine the interactivity of
the two. One major difference is the level of interactivity. computer software with the social interaction
The Internet allows for immediate feedback and of the internet.
response, while television is a more passive experience. • curate (v) /ˈkjʊr.eɪt/: sắp xếp sẵn theo trình tự
Additionally, the Internet is more customizable and Ex: She curated a recent exhibition of Indian
personalized, with users able to choose exactly what artwork.
they want to see and when. Television, on the other hand,
offers a more curated experience and often features a
set schedule.

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 3. Why do people like to read the news on the Internet
• limited focus: tập trung vào những đối tượng,
instead of on TV?
lĩnh vực hạn chế
There are a few reasons why people may prefer to read Ex: Keller says in the 1980s social housing had
the news on the Internet rather than on television. One a limited focus.
major reason is the ability to access a wider range of • real-time reporting: phóng sự tại thời gian thực
news sources and perspectives. The Internet provides
access to news from all over the world, while television
often has a more limited focus. Additionally, the Internet
allows for more up-to-date and real-time reporting, as
well as the ability to customize news feeds based on
personal interests.

4. Is the library still necessary? Why?

• community spaces: khu vực cộng đồng
While the Internet has certainly changed the way people
• replicate (v) /ˈrep.lɪ.keɪt/: sao chép
access information, libraries are still necessary for a
Ex: Researchers tried many times to replicate
variety of reasons. One reason is the role libraries play in
the original experiment.
providing access to information for those who may not
have the resources to access it otherwise. Additionally,
libraries serve as community spaces where people can
gather, learn, and engage in cultural and educational
events. Finally, libraries provide access to physical
books and resources that cannot be replicated by
digital means.

5. What kinds of people would still go to the library to

• walks of life: địa vị xã hội
read and study?
Ex: In my work I see people from all walks of
People from all walks of life may still go to the library life.
to read and study. Students may use the library for • targeted towards: hướng đến
research and study, while others may visit for access to
specialized resources such as genealogy or historical
archives. Additionally, some people simply enjoy the
quiet and peaceful atmosphere that libraries provide.
Finally, libraries often offer programming and events
targeted towards specific groups such as children,
seniors, or new immigrants.

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 Technology

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe a piece of technology that you feel difficult to use
You should say:
• When you got it
• What you got it for
• How often you use it
And explain how you feel about it

Idea

Situation Airtag, purchased it a few days ago to keep track of my cat

Task Using it has been a bit of a challenge

not very tech-savvy, had trouble pairing it with my phone, took me some time to read the instructions and
Action
watch tutorials, small and easy to misplace, setup process to be a bit tedious

Result Still use the airtag regularly, learned some useful tips and tricks, still glad that I have it

Answer
The piece of technology that I find difficult to use is the airtag. I 1. for the purpose of: với mục đích
purchased it a few days ago for the purpose of keeping track (1) of Ex: I came to London for the express
my cat’s whereabouts, especially since he tends to wander off (2) and purpose of seeing you.
I worry about him getting lost. However, I have to admit that using it 2. keeping track: theo dõi
has been a bit of a challenge for me. 3. wander off: lặng lẽ rời đi
Ex: She wandered off and got lost in
One of the reasons I find it difficult to use is because I’m not very the crowd.
tech-savvy (3). I struggle with setting up new devices and figuring out 4. tech-savvy (adj): thành thạo về
how to use them. When I first got the airtag, I had trouble pairing it công nghệ
with my phone and figuring out how to connect it to the Find My app. 5. misplace (v): làm mất
It took me some time to read the instructions and watch some online 6. tedious (adj): nhàm chán
tutorials before I was able to get it to work properly.

Another reason I find it difficult to use is because the device itself

is quite small and easy to misplace (4). I worry about losing it or
accidentally leaving it somewhere. I also find the setup process to be
a bit tedious (5), as I have to keep turning the airtag on and off to get
it to connect properly.

Despite these challenges, I still use the airtag regularly, as it gives

me peace of mind (6) knowing that I can track my cat’s movements

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tips and tricks along the way (7), such as setting up notifications and thấy yên tâm
customizing the settings to suit my needs (8). 8. tips and tricks: mẹo và thủ thuật
9. along the way: trong lúc đó
Overall, while the airtag may be difficult for me to use, I am still glad Ex: I’ve been here for thirty years,
that I have it and find it to be a valuable tool in keeping track of my and I’ve picked up a lot of experience
beloved pet. along the way.
10. suit my needs: phù hợp với nhu
cầu của tôi

IELTS Speaking Part 3

1. What technology do people currently use?
• an integral part: một phần không thể thiếu
In today’s world, technology has become an integral
part of our daily lives, from smartphones and laptops
to smart home devices and wearable technology. The
emergence of new technologies such as virtual reality
and blockchain is also changing the way people interact
with technology and each other.

2. Why do big companies introduce new products

• create buzz: thu hút sự quan tâm và chú ý
frequently?
• market share: thị phần
Big companies introduce new products frequently to
create buzz and generate excitement among consumers.
This can help to boost sales and increase market
share. New products can also provide opportunities to
enter new markets or appeal to different segments of
consumers.

3. Why are people so keen on buying Iphones even

• psychological phenomenon: hiện tượng tâm lý
though they haven’t changed much from one to the next?
• status symbol: biểu tượng của địa vị cao.
People may be keen on buying iPhones despite the
Ex: Among young people, this brand of designer
lack of significant changes from one model to the next
clothing is the ultimate status symbol.
due to the “Apple effect.” This is the psychological
phenomenon where people associate the Apple brand
with innovation, style, and quality, leading to a strong
emotional attachment to their products. Additionally, the
iPhone has become a status symbol, with many people
feeling a sense of pride and social status associated
with owning the latest model. The user experience and
integration of hardware, software, and services also
contribute to the iPhone’s popularity among consumers.

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 A place

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe a place you would like to visit for a short time
You should say:
• Where is that place
• Whom you will go there with
• What you will do there
And explain why you would like to visit for a short time

Idea

Situation Small coffee shop near my workplace, usually visit alone to take a break from work

Visit this coffee shop with a close friend or a family member, great opportunity to catch up and spend
Task
some quality time together

Usually order a traditional Vietnamese coffee, sipping on this coffee while reading a book or people-watch-
Action ing, try out different kinds of coffee or snacks sometimes, provides a temporary escape from the hustle
and bustle, love the ambiance

Result One of my favorite pastimes, definitely recommend it

Answer
The place that I would like to visit for a short time is a small coffee 1. take a break: tạm nghỉ
shop that is located near my workplace. It is a cozy little place that 2. appreciates: trân trọng, đánh giá
I usually visit alone to take a break (1) from work and enjoy a cup of cao
coffee. 3. catch up: hỏi thăm, cập nhật thông
tin
I would love to visit this coffee shop with a close friend or a family 4. spend some quality time together:
member who appreciates (2) a good cup of coffee. I believe that it dành thời gian chất lượng cùng nhau
would be a great opportunity for us to catch up (3) and spend some 5. people-watching: quan sát mọi
quality time together (4) in a relaxed and comfortable environment. người
6. temporary escape: tạm thời cách
When I visit this coffee shop, I usually order a traditional Vietnamese xa
coffee, which is brewed in a unique way and has a very strong taste. 7. hustle and bustle: sự xô bồ, nhộn
I enjoy sipping on this coffee while reading a book or just people- nhịp
watching (5). Sometimes, I also like to try out different kinds of coffee 8. unwind (v) /ʌnˈwaɪnd/: thư giãn
or snacks that the coffee shop offers.

The reason why I would like to visit this coffee shop for a short
time is that it provides a temporary escape (6) from the hustle and
bustle (7)
of everyday life. It’s a great place to unwind (8) and enjoy a
few quiet moments in the middle of a busy day. Also, the coffee is

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 exceptionally good (9), and I love the ambiance (10) of the place, which
9. exceptionally good: đặc biệt ngon
is very warm and welcoming.
10. ambiance (n) /ˌɑːm.biˈɑːns/: bầu
không khí
In conclusion, visiting this coffee shop is one of my favorite
11. pastimes (n): hoạt động khi rảnh
pastimes(11), and I would definitely recommend it to anyone who
rỗi
loves coffee or is looking for a cozy and relaxing environment to
spend some time in.

IELTS Speaking Part 3

1. Do people prefer planned travel?
• miss out on: bỏ lỡ
People have different preferences when it comes
• set itinerary: lịch trình đã được lên kế hoạch
to travel, but many do prefer planned travel. This is
sẵn
because it allows them to have a more structured and
organized trip, ensuring that they don’t miss out on any
key experiences or activities. With planned travel, people
can also have a better idea of their budget and can make
arrangements for transportation, accommodation, and
activities in advance. However, some people also enjoy
more spontaneous travel and the freedom to explore
without a set itinerary.

2. Why do places with historical attractions develop

tourism more aggressively? • leverage (v): tận dụng để phát triển
Ex: We can gain a market advantage by
Places with historical attractions often develop tourism
leveraging our network of partners.
more aggressively because they can leverage their unique
a sense of connection to the past: cảm giác
cultural heritage and historical significance to attract
được kết nối với quá khứ
visitors. Historical attractions can provide a sense of
connection to the past, and many people enjoy learning
about different cultures and histories. Furthermore,
tourism can bring significant economic benefits to these
places, generating revenue and creating jobs for the local
community. As such, it is often in the interest of these
places to develop tourism infrastructure and promote
themselves as a tourist destination.

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 3. Why do you think people usually travel?
• personal growth: phát triển bản thân
People travel for a variety of reasons, including for
• personal identity: bản sắc cá nhân
leisure, adventure, cultural experiences, education,
Ex: Personal identity is the concept you develop
and personal growth. Travel can broaden people’s
about yourself that evolves over the course of
perspectives and expose them to new ways of thinking
your life.
and living. It can also provide a much-needed break from
routine and offer an opportunity to recharge and de-
stress. Additionally, travel can also create meaningful
memories and help people connect with others, either
through shared experiences or meeting new people.
For some, travel is also a way to explore their personal
identity and discover more about themselves.

4. Why does living in tourist cities experience more • bustling nightlife: đời sống về đêm nhộn nhịp
noise? • congregate (v) /ˈkɑːŋ.ɡrə.ɡeɪt/: tụ tập

Living in tourist cities can result in more noise due Ex: A crowd congregated around the entrance

to the high volume of people and activities that take to the theatre, hoping to catch a glimpse of the

place. Tourist cities often have a bustling nightlife stars of the show.

and entertainment scene, with bars, restaurants, and

attractions open late into the night. This can result in
increased noise levels from music, conversations, and
other sounds associated with these establishments.
Furthermore, tourism can also bring more traffic and
congestion to the city, resulting in more noise from cars
and other vehicles. Additionally, tourists themselves
can also contribute to noise levels, with large groups of
people congregating in public spaces and making noise.
As a result, living in tourist cities can be challenging for
those who value peace and quiet.

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 A meal

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe an unusual meal you had
You should say:
• When you had it
• Where you had it
• Whom you had it with
And explain why it was unusual

Idea

Situation Happened completely by accident, saw my high school best friend while waiting for my flight

My friend suggested that we grab something to eat, found a small restaurant that served local cuisine,
Task
my friend ordered a dish that he said was a local specialty

Surprised to see that it was actually a plate of insects, hesitant at first, my friend encouraged me to try
Action them, finally mustered up the courage to try one, it was actually quite tasty, ended up eating more than I
thought I would

Result Definitely not something I would have ordered on my own, glad that I tried it, a great way to reconnect
with my friend and make some new memories

Answer

The meal I had was very unusual, and it happened completely by

1. by accident: tình cờ
accident (1). I was waiting for my flight at the airport when I suddenly
2. caught up on each other’s lives:
heard someone calling my name. When I turned around, I saw my
hỏi thăm tình hình cuộc sống của
high school best friend whom I hadn’t seen in almost 10 years. It
nhau
was such a wonderful surprise to see him after all this time, and we
3. had some time to kill: còn thừa
quickly caught up on each other’s lives (2).
một chút thời gian
4. local cuisine: ẩm thực địa phương
Since we had some time to kill (3) before our flights, my friend
5. local specialty: đặc sản địa
suggested that we grab something to eat. We walked around the
phương
airport, and eventually found a small restaurant that served local
6. cricket (n): con dế
cuisine (4). I was excited to try something new, and my friend ordered
7. grasshoppers (n): châu chấu
a dish that he said was a local specialty (5).
8. beetle (n): bọ cánh cứng
9. mustered up the courage: dồn hết
When our food arrived, I was surprised to see that it was actually a
can đảm
plate of insects. There were fried crickets (6), grasshoppers (7), and
Ex: She finally mustered up the
beetles (8). I have never eaten insects before, and I was a bit hesitant
courage to ask him for more money.
at first. But my friend encouraged me to try them, saying that they
were delicious and packed with protein.

I finally mustered up the courage (9) to try one, and to my surprise, it

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flavor. I ended up eating more than I thought I would, and my friend 10. on my own: tự mình, một mình

and I had a good laugh about the experience. Ex: He’d left on his own, without
telling his parents.

Overall, it was an unusual meal for me, and definitely not something
I would have ordered on my own. However, I’m glad that I tried
it, and it’s something that I will remember for a long time. It was
also a great way to reconnect with my friend and make some new
memories after all these years.

IELTS Speaking Part 3

1. What are the advantages and disadvantages of eating
in restaurants? • add up: cộng dồn tạo thành con số lớn

Eating in restaurants offers the convenience of not Ex: The changes in air quality are small, but

having to cook or clean up, as well as the opportunity to after a while they do add up and affect people’s

try new and exotic cuisines. However, the cost of dining health.

out can quickly add up, and the quality of the food and • pros and cons: lợi ích và tác hại

service may be inconsistent. It’s important to weigh the

pros and cons before deciding to dine in a restaurant.

2. Do you think having dinner at home is a good idea?

• cost-effective (adj): tiết kiệm chi phí
Having dinner at home can be a cost-effective • bond (v): gắn kết
and healthy option, as it allows you to control the
ingredients and portion sizes of your meal. It also
provides an opportunity to bond with family members
or roommates and practice cooking skills. However, it
can be challenging to find the time and motivation to
cook after a long day at work or school.

3. Do young people like to spend time with their families • a sense of independence: cảm giác độc lập
or friends? • make an effort: nỗ lực để làm gì đó
Young people today value both spending time with
their families and maintaining a social life with friends.
They often prioritize the latter, as it provides a sense
of independence and adventure. However, family
relationships are still highly valued, and many young
people make an effort to stay connected with their
families despite their busy schedules.

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 4. What do you think are the benefits of having dinner
• healthy communication: giao tiếp lành mạnh
together?
• healthy eating habits: thói quen ăn uống lành mạnh
The benefits of having dinner together as a family
or with friends are numerous. It promotes healthy
communication, strengthens relationships, and
encourages healthy eating habits. Additionally, it
provides a chance to share stories, experiences, and
laughter.

5. Do you think people are less willing to cook meals by

• fast-paced (adj): có nhịp độ nhanh, nhộn nhịp
themselves these days, compared to the past?
• pre-packaged (adj): được đóng gói sẵn

In today’s fast-paced world, many people prioritize

convenience over cooking meals from scratch. The rise
of food delivery services and pre-packaged meals has
made it easier than ever to eat without having to cook.
However, cooking at home can be a rewarding and
satisfying experience, as well as a way to save money
and promote healthy eating habits.

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 School

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe the first day you went to school that you remember?
You should say:
• When it happened
• Where the school is
• How you felt about the experience
And explain why you still remember the experience

Idea

Situation Six years old, mother decided to accompany me, couldn’t wait to make new friends and learn new things

My experience was not as good as I had hoped it to be, some classmates turned out to be bullies, made
Task
fun of me, took away my lunch

Felt scared and alone, learnt a valuable lesson about the importance of standing up for myself, realize that
Action
not everyone is going to be friendly, doesn’t mean I should give up on making friends

Result Not the most pleasant experience, learned a valuable lesson

Answer

The first day of elementary school is a significant milestone (1) in

1. significant milestone: cột mốc
everyone’s life, and it happened to me when I was six years old. The
quan trọng
school is just a short walk from my house, so my mother decided
2. bully (n): kẻ bắt nạt
to accompany me. I still remember how excited and nervous I was
3. made fun of me: trêu đùa, giễu cợt
about going to school for the first time. I couldn’t wait to make new
4. upsetting (adj): gây khó chịu
friends and learn new things.
5. handle the situation: xử trí tình
hình
However, my experience was not as good as I had hoped it to be.
6. vividly (adv): một cách rõ ràng
When I got to school, I met some classmates who turned out to be
7. standing up for myself: tự bảo vệ
bullies (2). They made fun of me (3) for being new, and they took away
bản thân
my lunch. It was a very upsetting (4) experience, and I remember
Ex: Don’t be bullied, learn to stand up
feeling scared and alone. I didn’t know what to do or how to handle
for yourself and what you believe in.
the situation (5), so I spent most of the day feeling sad and upset.
8. give up on: từ bỏ

Despite the unpleasant experience, I still remember that day vividly(6)

because it taught me a valuable lesson about the importance of
standing up for myself (7) and not letting bullies get to me. It also
made me realize that not everyone is going to be friendly and
welcoming, but that doesn’t mean I should give up on (8) making
friends and having a good time in school.

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 In conclusion, the first day of school is a memorable experience for
many people, and mine was no exception (9). Even though it was not 9. no exception: không phải ngoại lệ

the most pleasant experience, I learned a valuable lesson (10) that 10, learned a valuable lesson: rút ra

helped me throughout my academic and personal life. được bài học quý giá

IELTS Speaking Part 3

1. What would parents prepare for their kids when they
first go to school? • making friends: kết bạn mới
• navigate (v): có định hướng rõ ràng
When preparing their children for school, parents may
focus on academic skills, such as reading and writing,
as well as social skills, such as making friends and
communication. They may also provide emotional
support, guidance, and encouragement to help their
children navigate the new environment and challenges.

2. How do children socialise with each other?

• engaging in: tham gia vào
Children may socialize with each other in various ways, • trial and error: học tập qua việc thử nghiệm và
such as playing games, sharing toys, participating mắc sai lầm
in group activities, and engaging in conversations. Ex: There’s no instant way of finding a cure - it’s
They may also learn social skills through observation, just a process of trial and error.
imitation, and trial and error.

3. Is socialisation important for children? • build relationships: gây dựng các mối quan hệ
Socialization is crucial for children’s development, as it • social norms: các quy chuẩn xã hội
helps them build relationships, learn social norms and
values, develop communication skills, and increase self-
esteem and confidence. Without proper socialization,
children may struggle with forming healthy relationships
and navigating social situations later in life.

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 Being late

IELTS Speaking Part 2

Describe a time when you missed or were late for a meeting
You should say:
• What happened
• When it happened
• Why you missed/were late for it
And explain what happened later and how you felt about it

Idea

A very important interview for a new job, happened a few years ago, had been preparing for it for weeks
Situation
and knew that it was a great opportunity

Task Carefully planned out my route, left my house early

Got stuck in unexpected traffic, started to feel panicky and anxious, arrived ten minutes late, tried to com-
Action pose myself but I was flustered and disorganized, didn’t perform as well as I could have, went home and
felt very disappointed in myself

Didn’t get the job, learned a valuable lesson to always plan for unexpected events and to leave plenty of
Result
time for traffic, stay calm and composed in stressful situations

Answer
The incident that comes to mind is the one time I was late for a very
important interview for a new job. 1. advance my career: thăng tiến sự
nghiệp

It happened a few years ago, and I remember feeling very nervous 2. planned out: lên kế hoạch kĩ càng

about the interview. I had been preparing for it for weeks, and I knew 3. gridlock (n): tắc đường đến mức

that it was a great opportunity for me to advance my career . I had

(1) kẹt cứng

carefully planned out (2) my route to the interview location, and I had Ex: A car breaking down at rush hour

even left my house early to make sure that I arrived on time. could cause gridlock across half the
city.

However, as I was driving, I got stuck in unexpected traffic. It was a 4. panicky (adj): hoảng loạn

complete gridlock (3), and I realized that I was going to be late for the 5. anxious (adj): căng thẳng

interview. I started to feel panicky (4)

and anxious , and I knew that
(5) 6. rushed into: chạy thẳng đến

it was going to be a disaster if I didn’t arrive on time. 7. compose (v): tự làm bản thân bình
tĩnh lại

When I finally arrived at the interview location, I was already ten Ex: She finally stopped crying and

minutes late. I rushed into (6)

the building and tried to compose (7) composed herself.

myself, but I was flustered (8) and disorganized (9). I apologized to the 8. flustered (adj): bối rối

HR manager, and I could tell that she was disappointed in me. 9. disorganized (adj): lúng túng

The interview went okay, but I knew that I didn’t perform as well as

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 I could have. I was distracted and upset about being late, and I felt
like I had let myself down (10). After the interview, I went home and 10. let myself down: làm bản thân

felt very disappointed in myself. thất vọng

11. played a big part in that decision:

In the end, I didn’t get the job, and I know that my lateness played đóng vai trò quan trọng góp phần dẫn

a big part in that decision (11). I learned a valuable lesson from this tới quyết định đó

experience: to always plan for unexpected events (12) and to leave 12. unexpected events: những sự

plenty of time for traffic or other delays. I also learned that it’s kiện đột xuất

important to stay calm and composed in stressful situations, even

when things don’t go according to plan.

IELTS Speaking Part 3

1. Are you a punctual person?
As a person, I prioritize punctuality and believe in the • sign of respect: biểu hiện cho thấy sự tôn trọng
importance of being on time. I understand that being
punctual is a sign of respect for others and it shows that
I value their time as well as my own. I always try to be on
time or even arrive a few minutes early to appointments,
meetings or other engagements.

2. Do you think it is important to be on time?

• maintain smooth communication: duy trì sự
I firmly believe that being on time is crucial in both giao tiếp trôi chảy
personal and professional settings. Being punctual
reflects a person’s commitment, reliability, and respect
for others. It shows that the person values the time and
effort of others and is responsible enough to manage
their own time effectively. Moreover, punctuality helps
to maintain smooth communication and ensures the
successful completion of tasks or goals.

3. Do you always avoid being late?

• make every effort: rất nỗ lực
While I make every effort to be on time, there may be • make up for: bù đắp cho
unforeseeable circumstances that can lead to lateness. Ex: This year’s good harvest will make up for last
However, I try my best to communicate any delays or year’s bad one.
potential issues in advance, as a sign of respect for the
other party. In cases where I am late, I always apologize
and try to make up for the lost time.

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 4. Why are people often late for meeting or
• time management skills: kĩ năng quản lí thời gian
appointments?
• procrastination (n) /proʊˌkræs.tɪˈneɪ.ʃən/: sự trì hoãn
There can be several reasons why people are often • underestimate (v): đánh giá thấp
late for meetings or appointments. One common
reason is traffic or transportation issues, which can
cause unexpected delays. Additionally, poor time
management skills and procrastination can contribute
to lateness. Some people may also underestimate the
time required to prepare or travel to a location, or they
may simply have a habit of running late. Other factors
like emergencies, unexpected events or forgetfulness
can also lead to lateness.

5. Why do people miss important events?

• overlook (v): bỏ sót
People may miss important events for a variety of • disruption (n): sự gián đoạn, cản trở
reasons. One common reason is forgetfulness, as Ex: The accident brought widespread disruption on
people may have busy schedules or conflicting priorities the roads.
that cause them to overlook important dates or events. • conflicts with personal values: mâu thuẫn trong giá
Additionally, some people may lack proper planning or trị quan
time management skills, which can result in missed
opportunities. Another reason could be unforeseeable
circumstances like illness, emergencies or travel
disruptions that may prevent them from attending the
event. Lastly, some people may consciously choose to
skip important events due to personal reasons, such as
a lack of interest, financial constraints or conflicts with
personal values.

6. Are people in your country often late for meetings?

• timekeeping (n): khả năng đến đúng giờ
In my country, it depends on the specific culture and Ex: He was threatened with the sack for poor
context. While some cultures place a high value on timekeeping.
punctuality, others may have a more relaxed approach • strive (v): cố gắng, nỗ lực đạt được điều gì đó
to timekeeping. However, in general, it can be said that Ex: In her writing she strove for a balance between
people in my country strive to be on time for meetings innovation and familiar prose forms.
and appointments, as it is considered a sign of respect
and professionalism. Nonetheless, there may still
be individuals who struggle with punctuality due to
personal reasons or cultural differences.

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Ghi âm

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Tác giả

Trần Ngọc Minh Luân

Chu Đặng Thanh Hương

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