Personal Experience
The Personal Experience category in the IELTS Speaking test typically asks you to describe an event, experience, or moment that has had a significant impact on your life. The aim is to assess your ability to narrate personal stories, express emotions, and demonstrate language proficiency.
1
Describe your first day at school.
2
Describe a prize you have won.
3
Describe something you were disappointed about.
4
Describe a situation when you were late.
5
Describe a time when you lost your pet.
6
Describe a time when your friend damaged something you owned.
7
Describe a letter you have received in your life.
8
Describe an important text message you received.
9
Describe a time when you felt incredibly sad.
10
Describe an instance when you received an apology.
11
Talk about a time when you helped a friend.
12
Describe a time when you moved to a new home
13
Describe something that you did with someone/a group of people
14
Describe a time you used your cellphone/smartphone to do something important
15
Describe a time when you organized a happy event successfully
16
Describe a story someone told you.
17
Describe a challenge you faced that you thought was rather difficult
18
Talk about an interesting old person you met recently
19
Describe a time when you lost an important and valuable item
20
Describe Something That Surprised You
21
Describe a gift you recently gave to someone.
22
Describe your favourite place in your house where you can relax.
23
Describe an unusual meal that you had
24
Describe an activity that usually wastes your time.
25
Describe a time when you used your imagination.
26
Describe your experience when you changed your school/college
27
Describe an important event you celebrated
28
Describe a person who always has interesting ideas or opinions
29
Describe an experience when you got bored with others.
30
Describe a complaint that you made, and you were satisfied with the result.
31
Describe a special meal that someone made for you
32
Describe a crowded place you have visited
33
Describe a person who thinks music is important and enjoys music
34
Describe A Time You Made A Promise To Someone
35
Describe an interesting discussion you had with your friend
36
Describe an occasion when you helped a family member/relative with something
37
Describe a place that you would like to learn the culture there (e.g. a library, museum, theatre)
38
Describe a party that you enjoyed
39
Talk about a thing you complained about something (but finally got a good result)
40
Describe A Positive Change That You Have Made Recently In Your Daily Routine
41
Describe Something That Was Broken In Your Home And Then Repaired
42
Describe a time when you were in line for a long time.
43
Describe Something That Saves Your Time
44
Describe a time that something changed your life in good ways
45
Describe A Time You Had To Finish Something Quickly
46
Describe a time when you answered a phone call from someone you didn’t know in a public place
47
Describe The Game You Enjoyed Playing When You Were Younger
48
Describe A Time When Someone Who Did Quite Well In A Team
49
Describe something that surprised you and made you happy
50
Describe A Happy Memory From Your Childhood
51
Describe A House Apartment That Someone You Know Lives In
52
Describe A Situation When You Helped Someone
53
Describe An Occasion When Someone Or Something Made Noise
54
Describe A Time When You Observed The Stars
55
Describe a time when you were late
56
Describe A Time You Successfully Did Something Difficult
57
Describe A Time When You Helped A Child
58
Describe A Good Decision You Made Recently
59
Describe An Outdoor Activity You Did
60
Describe a time when someone asked for your opinion
61
Describe When Someone Gave You Something
62
Describe An Occasion When You Lost Something
63
Describe a job that one of your grandparents did
64
Describe A Puzzle You Have Played
65
Describe a skill that you learned from older people
66
Describe An Interesting Person You Know
67
Describe An Activity That Made You Feel Tired
68
Describe something you did in your study/work that has made you feel confident
69
Describe An Occasion When You Had To Do Something In A Hurry
70
Describe A Time When You Were Stuck In A Traffic Jam
71
Describe An Occasion When Many People Were Smiling
72
Describe A Difficult Decision That You Once Made
73
Describe A Birthday Party
74
Describe An Interesting Tradition In Your Country
75
Describe A Time When Your Entire Family Was Together
76
Describe a website which helped you to do something / website you visit often/ use regularly
77
Describe An Interesting Conversation That You Had
78
Describe a time when you received money as a gift.
79
Describe a piece of good news you heard from others
80
Talk About A Special Day Which Was Not That Expensive
81
Describe a prize you have received recently (e.g. money, something valuable, a medal)
82
Describe someone you know who made a good decision recently
83
Describe a time when missed or were late for an important meeting/event
84
Describe a person who encouraged you to achieve your goal
85
Describe a place/country in which you would like to live/work for a short period of time
86
Describe something you did that made you feel proud
87
Describe an enjoyable journey by public transport?
88
Describe someone else’s room you enjoy spending time in
89
Describe a piece of good news that you heard about someone you know well.
90
Describe a time when you received good service in a shop/store
91
Describe a time that you showed something new to others
Ans. Even if you haven't faced a particular situation, use imagination or modify a real event. IELTS does not verify your story, so focus on fluency and clarity.
Ans. No, personal experience cue cards require first-person narration. Use phrases like "I remember…" or "I once experienced…" to make it authentic.
Ans. If you forget details, stay calm and rephrase using phrases like:
Ans. No, focus on natural vocabulary instead of forcing complex words. If you’re unsure about a word’s usage, it’s better to use simple and correct words.
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