IELTS Speaking · Part 2 · Long turn (cue card)

A useful household appliance

Level B14 min

Show format & tips

Format

  • 1 minute to prepare, 1–2 minutes to speak
  • The examiner may ask one or two follow-up questions

Tips

  • Use the minute to note one keyword per bullet point, not full sentences.
  • Tell it as a story: set the scene, say what happened, say how you felt.
  • Keep talking until the examiner stops you — 2 minutes is the target.

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ExaminerI'd like you to describe a household appliance or piece of equipment that you find useful. You have one minute to prepare. You can make some notes if you wish.

Cue card

Describe a household appliance or piece of equipment that you find useful.

You should say:

  • what it is
  • when you got it
  • how often you use it

and explain why it is useful to you.