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Describe a good friend who is important to you: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • Who he/she is
  • How/where you got to know him/her
  • How long you have known each other
  • And explain why he/she is important to you
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Cue 1:Who he/she is

  • Begin by introducing your friend with their name and a brief description of their personality.
  • Mention any unique traits or hobbies that make them stand out.

Example

My best friend is Rahul. He is a cheerful and outgoing person who loves to make people laugh. He has a great sense of humor and is always ready to help others.


Cue 2:How/where you got to know him/her

  • Describe the circumstances under which you met your friend.
  • Include details about the location or event that brought you together.

Example

I met Rahul during my first year of college at a welcome party. We were both new students and ended up sitting next to each other. We started talking and quickly realized we had a lot in common.


Cue 3:How long you have known each other

  • State how many years or months you have been friends.
  • Mention any significant experiences you have shared during this time.

Example

We have known each other for about five years now. Over these years, we have shared many memorable experiences, like traveling together and supporting each other through exams.


Cue 4:And explain why he/she is important to you

  • Discuss the qualities that make your friend special to you.
  • Explain how they have positively impacted your life.

Example

Rahul is important to me because he is always there when I need support. He encourages me to pursue my dreams and helps me stay positive during tough times. His friendship has made my college life much more enjoyable.


Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, having a friend like Rahul is invaluable. His loyalty and support have enriched my life, and I truly cherish our friendship.


    Following this structure will ensure you cover all the essential points while providing a clear and engaging response to the cue card topic.


    Tips to answer this Cue Card

    1: Being Too Vague

    Candidates often provide unclear or general descriptions of their friend, which can make their response less engaging. Specific details help paint a clearer picture.

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    Tip

    Include specific anecdotes or characteristics about your friend to make your answer more vivid and relatable.


    2: Ignoring the Cues

    Some candidates forget to address all the cues provided, leading to incomplete answers. This can result in a lower score for coherence and relevance.

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    Tip

    Make sure to systematically cover each cue in your response to ensure a well-rounded answer.


    Overly Simple Language

    Using overly simple or repetitive language can make your response sound uninteresting. Variety in vocabulary and sentence structure is important.

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    Practice using a range of vocabulary and different sentence structures to express your thoughts more dynamically.


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    Here are all the answers by real-users practicing speaking for IELTS Cue Cards on our IELTS Prep App.

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    honestly my friends plays important role in my life today I would like to talk about my my best friend her name is Jisha when I had completed my 12th standard I went to hostel for pursue my studies for pursue my studies I went to to to another district and the name of the district is castle road for for my further studies the on the first day I met one girl her name is I already said said her name is Jisha she was my classmate and my roommate she played an important role in my life like him she was a frantic person and so and also energetic person she woke up at him early in the morning like a four o'clock she those days she was very conscious about her fitness so she had done the brisk walking after a few days I tends to become her best friend and I joined to her for doing the brisk walking and and also yoga it helped me a lot to improve my health and a concentration level now years gone fastly now she is settled in Dubai but once in a week I have a contact with her still we are talking about a lot about her talking a lot about her past days and about her friends and I feel so post when I when I talk to her I I'm feeling so happy and feeling a positive vibe

    Band 6

    He is Mayur Borkar. I got to know him in my school days when we were in the same grade. I have known him since for nine years now, so we are very much acquainted. I really like his personality. He is mischievous, although an enduring person. He might have a great insight into the financial and geopolitical subjects, which are part of my interests. It makes us compatible in terms of our interests and into some topics. He usually gives me teachings of the finances and overall life values. Yes, I have not been exposed to the social life since I was a kid. He has been an anchor to me, who had given insightful lessons on how social well-being is important in one's life. You might find many friends. It's ubiquitous everywhere, but he is the only rare piece I got to know out of this world, which is a great friend.

    Band 6

    So, so I'll be talking about my best friend named Sarah, who I know from school and our friendships started since grade one, and she was the most trusted and most lovable person in my life. So in every hardship, she was always there to make sure that I was feeling good. I was comforted. She was always there. She was the very the first person that I would always approach. She made sure that I was okay. She always took the effort for our friendships, which lasted more than 14 years. If not for her, I don't think I would be here alive. She is one of the most important person in my life. Without her, life would definitely be so hard to live.

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