Some of us might struggle with opening sentences when we’re required to speak on a topic or answer a question during IELTS. This column covers some phrases you could consider using.

 Ø  I’d like to talk about….

 Example
 Question : Describe a party that you enjoyed

 Answer: I’d like to talk about my grandmother’s 80th birthday party…

 Ø  I’m going to tell you about….

 Example
Question: Describe an unforgettable moment you experienced.

 I’m going to tell you about an incident that happened to me about ten years ago….

 Ø  Personally, I do not like….

 Example: 
Question: Describe an interesting book you read recently.

 Personally, I do not like reading but I would like to tell you about a short novel I had read….

 Ø  I would say it has to be…..

 Example:
Question: What’s your favourite season of the year?

 I’d say it has to be winter as I love dressing up for the cold.


 Ø  I must say that I am ….

 Example: 
Question: How friendly are you with strangers?

 I must say that I am rather shy and an introvert and tend to avoid speaking with strangers…


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