IELTS Cue Cards on Describe An Object

This category assesses a candidate's fluency, coherence, and lexical resource by testing their ability to:

• Describe the physical characteristics and functions of an object.
• Explain its significance or emotional value.
• Narrate a personal story related to the object.
• Use appropriate vocabulary to discuss materials, design, and usage.

Let’s take a look at various methods that can be used to approach Describe an Object Cue cards:
 

1. Use the 5W + 1H Technique for Structuring Responses

This simple structure ensures clarity and coherence:

• What – What is the object?
• Where – Where did you get it from?
• When – When did you acquire it?
• Why – Why is it important to you?
• Who – Who gave it to you (if applicable)?
• How – How do you use it, and how does it benefit you?

2. Use Descriptive Language to Make Your Answer Engaging

To make your response more vivid, describe a object:

• Appearance: "The phone is sleek, lightweight, and has a glossy black finish."
• Material: "It is made of high-quality leather with intricate stitching."
• Functionality: "This smartwatch tracks my steps, heart rate, and sleep patterns."
• Emotional Connection: "This book was a gift from my grandfather, making it priceless to me."

3. Use Comparisons and Opinions

• "Unlike other phones, this one has an exceptional camera quality."
• "This watch is much more durable than my previous one."
• "I think handmade objects have more sentimental value than factory-made products."

Here’s an expanded ielts speaking vocabulary table with meanings and example sentences: