Describe a letter you have received in your life.: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • Who sent to you you & when?
  • What was it about?
  • How did you feel about it?

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As far as I can recollect, I have received a letter in the year 2013, which was an allotment letter. Now, the allotment letter is a letter which you get when you successfully pass an exam. In this case, I get the NEET-PG exam and so I got the allotment letter in the year 2013. It was sent by the NBE or the National Board of Education. It contained a very good news about my qualification and allotment to a certain medical college as I had cracked the exam with appropriate marks to qualify. So, it contained my name, my candidate number and details of the college. It also mentioned the time that I had in my hand in order to go and enroll in the college and the necessary documents that I had to take while enrollment. The letter itself brought a feeling of joy in my heart and I instantly called my mother, breaking the good news that I had successfully qualified and got an allotment to a college. Though the college was not the college that I wanted to get enrolled in, but nevertheless, you know it's a highly competitive exam and when you crack it and the allotment letter comes to you, it's an achievement in itself. So, till now I have preserved the letter with me. Yes, obviously the photocopy because the original has already been taken during my enrollment process. And now, I am here studying in that college.

Follow up questions


How did you feel when you first read the letter?
When I first read the letter, I felt an overwhelming sense of joy and relief. It was a culmination of all my hard work and dedication to studying for the NEET-PG exam. I was excited to share the news with my family, especially my mother, who had supported me throughout my journey.

What other letters have been significant in your life?
Aside from the allotment letter, another significant letter I received was my acceptance letter from the medical college. It was a confirmation of my place and a step closer to my dreams. Additionally, I have received letters from friends and family that have meant a lot to me, especially during tough times.

Do you think letters are still important in today's digital age?
Yes, I believe letters still hold significance even in today's digital age. They carry a personal touch that emails or texts often lack. Receiving a physical letter can evoke emotions and create lasting memories. Important documents like acceptance letters or personal notes can be cherished keepsakes.

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I received a letter from my boyfriend back when we were dating I was in my final year and we were doing this long-distance relationship thing and we decided to take a break then suddenly out of nowhere I get a letter and when I open the letter it was from my boyfriend who has been missing me very much he writes down about all the incidents that we have encountered since the day we met all those meetings all those dates he manages to write down every romantic detail that he could remember and he expressed his feelings the turmoil that he has been going through due to this break that we've been a part of and he managed to express his commitment towards me and he sort of proposed to me and that made me feel very much loved and I was very much overwhelmed I was on cloud nine when I read that letter and I still have that letter with me and I read it from time to time whenever I feel low whenever I feel like I can't do this anymore I just go back to reading that letter which instantly gives me a sense of strength to go on

Follow up questions


How did you feel when you first read the letter?
When I first read the letter, I felt an overwhelming rush of emotions. It was a mix of happiness, nostalgia, and love. The way he expressed his feelings made me feel cherished and appreciated, and it reminded me of all the beautiful moments we shared. It truly lifted my spirits.

What impact did the letter have on your relationship?
The letter had a significant impact on our relationship. It reignited the feelings we had for each other and made me realize how much we meant to one another. It also helped us communicate better about our feelings, which ultimately strengthened our bond despite the distance.

Do you think handwritten letters are still important today?
Yes, I believe handwritten letters hold a special significance even today. They convey a personal touch and effort that digital messages often lack. Receiving a handwritten letter feels more intimate and thoughtful, making it a cherished keepsake that can evoke strong emotions.

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My friend sent me a letter on my birthday. It was made by her and it had cute little small messages in that which described my qualities and she is quite artistic. She made it using quilling and it was beautiful. I still have it and whenever I open it, it still mesmerises me with the moment when she gave it to me. She is my best friend and I remember I think she gave it to me on my 18th birthday with few gifts with it. In addition to it, she sent me a message on WhatsApp, a huge lengthy message where she described more about me. I think that was the most heart touching, warm gift I would have ever got. That letter still makes me happy and make me think that how beautiful and how beautifully a person can give what they meant to from their heart to the person they love. I think there is no words which can describe that gift.

Follow up questions


How do you feel about receiving handwritten letters?
I feel that receiving handwritten letters is very special. In today's digital age, a handwritten letter shows effort and thoughtfulness. It feels more personal and meaningful, as it carries the writer's emotions and intentions in a tangible form.

Do you think letters are still relevant in today's digital world?
Yes, I believe letters still hold relevance. While digital communication is convenient, letters provide a unique emotional connection. They can convey feelings in a way that texts or emails often can't, making them cherished keepsakes.

What other gifts do you think are meaningful?
Meaningful gifts often come from the heart, like personalized items, experiences shared together, or even simple gestures of kindness. Gifts that reflect the recipient's interests or memories shared with the giver tend to be the most cherished.

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The important letter that I have received is from my grandfather. He is not aware of present modern technology where we can send letter through phones and computer. So he usually sends letter. He feels like communicating in letter is same as speaking with the person you wanted. The letter is so special because it was his last letter which he posted before his death. In that letter he mentioned the things that men should follow to become successful in the life. So whenever I feel low or get tensed in my life, I usually read that letter to boost my mind and get relief from the stress. I have kept that letter in my desk as a memory of my grandfather. So that's it.

Follow up questions


How do you feel when you read your grandfather's letter?
Reading my grandfather's letter brings me a sense of comfort and nostalgia. It reminds me of his wisdom and love, and it helps me feel connected to him even though he is no longer with us. It also motivates me to strive for success, as he advised in the letter.

What other forms of communication do you prefer?
While I appreciate letters for their personal touch, I also enjoy texting and video calls for their convenience. However, I believe that letters have a unique emotional value that digital communication often lacks. Each form has its own merits depending on the situation.

Have you ever written a letter to someone special?
Yes, I have written letters to my friends and family, especially during important occasions like birthdays or to express my feelings. I find that writing a letter allows me to articulate my thoughts more clearly and convey my emotions in a heartfelt way.

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The most important letter I received in my life was from my girlfriend who lived in Pune when I was living in Delhi. In this day where technology is as fast as it is, receiving a letter from a loved one can be humbling and a calming experience. This letter was not only important to me because it was from my girlfriend but because I love physical gifts and she not only just explained how she's doing but she also mentioned how she is feeling. The letter was detailed of her experiences of how she has been doing and how she is missing me over these past few months. The letter was a beautiful surprise to be delivered by the postman on a random weekday. It is one of the most kindest gestures anyone has ever done to me. That's why it is one of the most beautiful letters I've ever read in my life.

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How did you feel when you received the letter?
When I received the letter, I felt a wave of emotions. It was a mix of happiness and nostalgia. Knowing that my girlfriend took the time to write to me made me feel loved and appreciated. It was a refreshing change from digital communication, and it brought back memories of our time together.

Have you ever written a letter to someone? What was it about?
Yes, I have written a letter to my girlfriend as well. I wanted to express my feelings for her and share my experiences while living in Delhi. I wrote about my daily life, how much I missed her, and included some personal anecdotes to make it special. It was a heartfelt gesture.

Do you think letter writing is still relevant today?
Absolutely! While technology has made communication faster, letter writing holds a special charm. It allows for deeper expression of feelings and creates a personal connection. A handwritten letter can be cherished and revisited, making it a timeless form of communication that many still appreciate.
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Cue 1:Who sent it to you & when?

  • Begin by mentioning the sender of the letter and your relationship with them.
  • Include the date or occasion when you received the letter to provide context.

Example

The letter was sent to me by my grandmother on my birthday last year. She always writes to me on special occasions, and I cherish her words.


Cue 2:What was it about?

  • Summarize the main content of the letter, focusing on key themes or messages.
  • Mention any specific anecdotes or personal touches that made the letter memorable.

Example

In the letter, my grandmother shared her fond memories of my childhood and expressed her pride in my achievements. She also included some family recipes that have been passed down through generations.


Cue 3:How did you feel about it?

  • Describe your emotional response to receiving the letter.
  • Reflect on the significance of the letter and how it impacted your feelings towards the sender.

Example

Receiving the letter made me feel incredibly loved and appreciated. It reminded me of the strong bond I share with my grandmother and filled me with nostalgia for my childhood days.


Conclusion

  • Summarize the overall impact the letter had on you.
  • Mention how such letters contribute to maintaining relationships.

Example

In conclusion, this letter not only strengthened my connection with my grandmother but also reminded me of the importance of family ties. It’s a treasure I will keep forever.


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A letter I received in my life. In Saudi Arabia we had an Arabic institution called as Al-Wafi which was one of the most prestigious institutions in Saudi Arabia for learning Arabic. So they have a couple of tests and rounds which we have to clear to get selected for them. When we get selected we receive an acceptance letter from them directly to our house. So it was one of my biggest dreams to join Al-Wafi. After weeks of preparation I finally attended the exam. Two weeks later I get the acceptance letter from Al-Wafi board and that was one of the best days of my life as it was my dream to get into the institution. The letter was about how I performed in the exam, what I could have done differently and improved on to get better marks. Nonetheless they thought my performance was good and it also mentioned that the course will start after three months. The feeling I got after the reading that I got acceptance was one of the best feelings because it was my dream to get into that institution. The institution has a lot of competition to enter into it so I worked hard a lot and reading the letter made me feel good about myself and I achieved something great after a lot of hard work.

Band 6-7

The important letter that I have received is from my grandfather. He is not aware of present modern technology where we can send letter through phones and computer. So he usually sends letter. He feels like communicating in letter is same as speaking with the person you wanted. The letter is so special because it was his last letter which he posted before his death. In that letter he mentioned the things that men should follow to become successful in the life. So whenever I feel low or get tensed in my life, I usually read that letter to boost my mind and get relief from the stress. I have kept that letter in my desk as a memory of my grandfather. So that's it.

Band 6-7

The only letter I have received in my whole life is a love letter from a boy from my college. When I am going through undergraduation program at my college, a boy wrote a letter instead of confronting me. And that letter consists of what he liked about me and why he loved me. He described me in a very dreamy way and which is very adorable. And he also mentioned every small moment we had and the small things I used to do, the jokes I used to crack. Every memory of us was prescribed in it, written in it. I like it very much. I have kept the letter with me till now. That letter also is very special to me. Every time I see that, I feel myself special. I used to think about, I used to smile while I am reading that letter.

Band 6-7

As far as I can recollect, I have received a letter in the year 2013, which was an allotment letter. Now, the allotment letter is a letter which you get when you successfully pass an exam. In this case, I get the NEET-PG exam and so I got the allotment letter in the year 2013. It was sent by the NBE or the National Board of Education. It contained a very good news about my qualification and allotment to a certain medical college as I had cracked the exam with appropriate marks to qualify. So, it contained my name, my candidate number and details of the college. It also mentioned the time that I had in my hand in order to go and enroll in the college and the necessary documents that I had to take while enrollment. The letter itself brought a feeling of joy in my heart and I instantly called my mother, breaking the good news that I had successfully qualified and got an allotment to a college. Though the college was not the college that I wanted to get enrolled in, but nevertheless, you know it's a highly competitive exam and when you crack it and the allotment letter comes to you, it's an achievement in itself. So, till now I have preserved the letter with me. Yes, obviously the photocopy because the original has already been taken during my enrollment process. And now, I am here studying in that college.

Band 6-7

I still remember the day when I received a letter from my friend who shifted to the new city for admission in Bachelor of Education in the year 1994. She informed me through letter that she procured an admission in the well-known college of that city. It has best facility and one of the renowned college of the state. At that time, I still remember that I felt very proud of her because it was not easy to get admission in that well-known college. Also felt sad because I will not have easier access to her and cannot meet her frequently as I used to do as a child.

Band 6-7

sending or receiving letter is a part of or part of past right now some people consider it an old time thing and if I have to pick a one situation when I found when someone gave me gave me the letter then I would pick last year when I received a letter on my birthday actually the letter was sent by my own brother during my birthday as he is working in a different region of the Indian continent so he don't usually communicate with me daily it has been almost a week since I have received any information about him so it was a really surprise for me when he sent me a letter because he can talk to me about everything but he sent me a letter by congratulating me on my birthday he sent some money for me as well to celebrate my birthday with my family and he also appreciated me for being an honest and good brother with him he also motivated me in this letter in about upcoming exam that I was going to appear in. Actually I had an exam exam in September it was a CCNA exam that I have to prepare so he sent me back regarding the exam he told me about many things

Band 6-7

I received a letter from my boyfriend back when we were dating I was in my final year and we were doing this long-distance relationship thing and we decided to take a break then suddenly out of nowhere I get a letter and when I open the letter it was from my boyfriend who has been missing me very much he writes down about all the incidents that we have encountered since the day we met all those meetings all those dates he manages to write down every romantic detail that he could remember and he expressed his feelings the turmoil that he has been going through due to this break that we've been a part of and he managed to express his commitment towards me and he sort of proposed to me and that made me feel very much loved and I was very much overwhelmed I was on cloud nine when I read that letter and I still have that letter with me and I read it from time to time whenever I feel low whenever I feel like I can't do this anymore I just go back to reading that letter which instantly gives me a sense of strength to go on

Band 6-7

The letter I got recently is from my nephew who is currently staying far away in a residential school and the only mode of communication is through letters. I got it two weeks before and he wrote about how he's been doing and what are the activities he's been engaging in in school and about the food he ate and the lab he went and how the people he's with and about his friend, who are his friends and how good the environment is. I think it's a very good habit that he started writing letters because he's a person who is more of a technical communication person and I felt very good that he started writing. And even though I haven't wrote a letter almost ever since, it felt pretty much nostalgic.

Band 6-7

A letter I have received in my life. My mother had sent a letter to me when I was 8 years old. This was during the time when I had stayed with my grandparents and my mother had to leave the home due to some financial problem which had led her and her husband to leave my house. She had written this letter to keep me updated about her whereabouts and also to let me know that she will not come home anytime soon. This letter had a variety of things included. Basically it had information about her current whereabouts, where she was, what she was doing and how she was doing. She also had written more about where to find her and what to do once I grow old. It also had a message for my grandparents which was to make sure that I personally don't go in search of her. This experience had made my life entirely sad and difficult. During growing up I did not have a mother or a father to lean on or to grow up with. I had the support of my grandparents who showed me how to make life beautiful and there is something called a slice of life. This letter made me feel very sad and I felt as an 8 year old I was unwanted and not needed in the family.

Band 6-7

I'd like to describe a time when my friend sent me a letter. It was my close friend, Tanushree. We have known each other since 10 years and she sent me that letter on the day we marked our 10 year anniversary. Well, it's not exactly called an anniversary for our friendship, right? She sent me a very detailed letter on how we have spent the last 10 years. All the small details starting from our school time till how we have achieved so far in our lives that we have secured jobs and we are working now. She also mentioned about the time when we were so childish that we used to play around all day and we used to just laugh and sit around all day. But now she highlights the fact that how matured we have become, how we are handling our own lives. I felt really emotional and also a little bit surprised that it had been 10 years since I have known her. I felt really happy and I texted her back thanking her to make me realize how far we have come along and how far we have still yet to go.
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