IELTS Speaking cue cards with sample answers
In Part 2 of the Speaking test you get a cue card, one minute to prepare, and up to two minutes to talk. Each card below has a sample answer, useful vocabulary and example Part 3 answers. When you're ready, practise it out loud with our AI examiner and get an estimated band.
- Describe a person who has helped you achieve something important.Part 3 theme: Helping others and teachers
- Describe a journey you remember well.Part 3 theme: Travel and transport
- Describe a useful skill you learned.Part 3 theme: Skills and learning
- Describe a book you have read that you enjoyed.Part 3 theme: Reading and books
- Describe a sporting event you watched, either live or on television.Part 3 theme: Sport and health
- Describe a gift you gave to someone that they were happy to receive.Part 3 theme: Gifts and consumerism
- Describe a website or app that you find very useful.Part 3 theme: Technology in daily life
- Describe a celebration or party you enjoyed.Part 3 theme: Traditions and celebrations
- Describe a place in another country that you would like to visit.Part 3 theme: Tourism and travel
- Describe a teacher who has had a strong influence on you.Part 3 theme: Education
- Describe a time when you felt proud of something you did.Part 3 theme: Success and achievement
- Describe an environmental problem in the area where you live.Part 3 theme: The environment
- Describe a family member you admire.Part 3 theme: Families
- Describe a skill you would like to learn in the future.Part 3 theme: Learning as an adult
- Describe an important decision you made.Part 3 theme: Making choices
New to Speaking? Read our IELTS Speaking tips, then take a full Speaking test with the AI examiner.
Sample answers are written by TestWise Prep to show the kind of language that scores well. They are not official IELTS material; don't memorise them word for word, because examiners notice rehearsed answers.