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Describe A Noisy Place You Have Been To: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • Where it was?
  • Why you went there?
  • Why was there a lot of noise?
  • How did you feel about it?
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Cue 1:Where it was?

  • Begin by describing the location of the noisy place, including any relevant details about the environment.
  • Mention any landmarks or specific features that make the place recognizable.

Example

The noisy place I visited was Connaught Place in New Delhi. It’s a bustling area filled with shops, restaurants, and offices. The circular layout and the iconic white buildings make it a popular spot for both locals and tourists.

Cue 2:Why you went there?

  • Explain your purpose for visiting this place, whether it was for leisure, shopping, or meeting friends.
  • Share any specific event or occasion that prompted your visit.

Example

I went there to meet some friends for lunch and to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere. We had planned to try out a new restaurant that had just opened, and I was excited to catch up with them.

Cue 3:Why was there a lot of noise?

  • Describe the sources of noise in the area, such as crowds, traffic, or music.
  • Highlight how the noise contributed to the overall experience of the place.

Example

The noise was mainly from the large crowd of people chatting, laughing, and enjoying their time. Additionally, the honking of cars and the music from nearby cafes added to the lively ambiance. It was a cacophony that made the place feel alive and energetic.

Cue 4:How did you feel about it?

  • Share your personal feelings about the noise and the overall experience.
  • Mention whether you enjoyed the atmosphere or found it overwhelming.

Example

Initially, the noise was a bit overwhelming, but as I settled in, I found it quite exhilarating. It felt good to be in such a vibrant environment, surrounded by laughter and chatter. I enjoyed the lively atmosphere and felt more connected to the city.

Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, visiting Connaught Place was a memorable experience. The noise, which at first seemed chaotic, ultimately added to the charm of the place. It reminded me of the vibrant life in Indian cities and how such energy can be both overwhelming and delightful.

    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: Vague Descriptions

    Using vague language can make your answer less engaging. Avoid general statements that do not provide specific details about the noisy place.

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    Include specific details about the location, such as its name and what makes it unique, to create a clearer picture.

    2: Ignoring Emotions

    Failing to express your feelings about the noise can make your response less personal and relatable. It's important to share your emotional reaction.

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    Describe how the noise affected you emotionally, whether it was enjoyable, overwhelming, or irritating, to add depth to your answer.

    Lack of Structure

    A disorganized response can confuse the listener. Make sure your answer flows logically from one point to the next.

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    Follow the cue card prompts in order, addressing each question clearly to maintain a coherent structure in your response.

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

    Band 6-7

    The only nosy place I have been to is my class in my college and I was there to study B.Com Finance and Taxation and it was really nice like a lot of people was there in my class about 60-50 people so there was a lot of noise even when the teacher was not there so but I love my class really much because the people are really compassionate and really friendly so I was feeling good at that time and I really love my class like the teachers also they told me to study and everything and I have gone to many several places with my friends anywhere I go with my friends is nosy like they are really you know energetic everywhere they go so being nosy is kind of fun too so I love when I go with them they have been the best part of my life that I can always count on and they are the best memories that I even get from that time thank you

    Band 6-7

    Okay, so I once went to a basketball game in Lebanon. It was the two best teams in Lebanon playing against each other. The noise was coming from the crowd, the supporters of the team Sajas and the team Beirut. I went there to support my home team Sajas and I enjoyed being there. In addition, Lebanese love to encourage their team because we really are amazing and spectacular at basketball and the Lebanese people have a lot of potential in making it to profound institutions like the NBA. Usually I prefer calm settings because I am a calm person and I don't like to hear a lot of noise. I feel like that most of the time it irritates me and it gets on my nerves, however when it comes to supporting something that I love and being surrounded by the people that mean a lot to me, then I will neglect that it irritates me and instead support. If for example there was a time where it became too loud, I would just walk out for a bit, calm down and then go back in and continue my endless support to my favourite team in the whole basketball league.

    Band 6-7

    The noisy place where I went was Bangalore. It is the capital of Karnataka. It is the busiest city where I went. Moreover, Bangalore is a place of high tier where many employees work there. Due to this, the people of their location have their own vehicles or private vehicles. Due to this, it makes very huge sound pollution on the roads as well as the industries around the city also produces very noise because they produce or manufacture throughout the day without any relaxations or breaks. I went Bangalore to attend a session on EVs which enhanced my skills on EVs. I went there through flight. I catch the flight on 15th of October at 6 AM and I went to Bangalore by 1 hour but going to my desired location taken me more than travelling from Hyderabad to Bangalore because of the busy and because of this fast paced world. Moreover, Bangalore is a nice city and well known for its infrastructure.

    Band 6-7

    I usually hate going to the events that are noisy and crowded. In fact, I travel to the places which are very close to the nature and very calm. But sometimes it becomes an obligation to go through such events. And I remember last week my mother asked me to go for a marriage celebration with us. It was an obligation as in our culture it is considered to be disrespectful not attending a celebration event. And that event was really close to my mother's side of family. So I had to go to it. And we have been to that event. It was really overcrowded as the space was not that open, that under the roof. It was almost around 500-600 persons having food with a DJ. Really close and that too with a very loud sound. I was quite exhausted already as I am preparing for my IELTS exam. I just came back from my institute when my mother told me to go with her. So I have gone to that event. But I was thinking for the whole time that how far it is going to happen and when we are going to leave for our home. It was almost 5-6 hours that I have spent there. But it felt like I have been there for 2-3 days. I kept asking my mother to leave as soon as possible. And she tried her best. But it was almost... She tried almost...

    Band 6-7

    The noisiest place I have been to was in Kolkata, it's in northern part of India and it comes under the state West Bengal. The place was really noisy as the traffic was high and the people were in a daily rush and the roadside business people were all over the places and I went there as a small trip with my friend, as I got a leave for 3 days, I went, I planned and I went to Kolkata to explore the place and the feelings I had of the noise from the city was terrible. I am a calm kind of person, I like to be calm and I like to be in a peaceful situation and the city was good.

    Band 6-7

    Last summer, in the month of June, when I was visiting Delhi office, I went to the busy streets of Nizamuddin in Old Delhi. I went there to have some good food, as I had heard that Old Delhi is famous for its Mughlai cuisines. So I went there with couple of my office colleagues and it was very noisy for a few reasons. First there was a lot of traffic and Old Delhi has very narrow lanes and it's difficult for the vehicles to pass and a lot of people also travel on foot and there is no separate footpath for them. So while the traffic is going on the road, the pedestrians are also walking and it creates a kind of chaos and as I said, the place is famous for its Mughlai cuisine. A lot of foreigners or a lot of travelers also visit the place. The place also has a significance because of the architecture. It houses the old Masjid and because of all the reasons that I mentioned, there was a lot of noise and it was the heated month of June, so that was on top of that. So yeah, it made me feel nauseous but once you adjust to it, you see the other side of it. A lot of culture, a lot of art and a lot of good smell coming out from all those old restaurants. So yeah, while the noise can be very disturbing for a few people, once you get past beyond it, it's a nice experience.

    Band 6-7

    The noisiest place I have been to is a street in Jaipur, which is located in the state Rajasthan. Jaipur is also known as Pink City. It is well known for its beautiful forts and markets. People mainly go there as tourists for sightseeing, for cultural sightings and for shopping as well. So one such day I had been to a famous street which was recommended by many of them to visit. As soon as I entered that street, the whole lane was covered with small stalls and each and every stall had different kinds of things like beautiful ornaments, handcrafts. The ornaments included oxidized earrings, necklaces, bangles and there was like variety of choices. There were also well-sewed bags, handbags, baskets as well and the whole lane was so crowded and noisy that there was such a buzzing sound that I could hardly hear my friend speaking to me or I could hardly hear myself as well. Even the vendors were trying to allure the customers for their shop to buy the things. It was very noisy with buzzing sound yet very serene because the beauty lies in that.

    Band 6-7

    The last summer, I went to Mumbai, which is one of the biggest states in India. I went to do my club management services there, and they are so nice because it is the most populated state in India, where massive and tremendous number of noise will be there because so many people working around, different jobs at roads and buildings, so much of vehicles and traffic here and there. I went to develop my project, which is my main goal, but I visited many places there, and really I don't like noisy area like that, I like area which is more peaceful and vibrant. After I experienced that in Mumbai, when I came to my hometown, it feels so peaceful, but in Mumbai, it is the most noisy area I ever went to. I have been to Mumbai like 2-3 times, but this time is less noisy compared to the last time I went. But people who are living in Mumbai find it pleasant because they get used to it, but people from outside are not native people, when going to Mumbai, they find it very noisy and disturbing because the engine sound, factories and workers shouting here and there, most people find it unpleasant. But it was a good experience though, I would recommend everyone to experience everything in their life, not only sitting in a comfortable zone and relaxing, get out of your comfortable zone and go to the places that you feel uncomfortable like, I feel uncomfortable in places like Mumbai or Bihar, but I went and experienced some new stuff, yeah this is my experience.

    Band 6-7

    Recently I visited East Planet, one of the city center of Kolkata. There is a big shopping complex and from my mother's time we are buying things from there only. So I went there with my mother and my brother before puja to buy shoes for three of us. But before puja it was so crowded and so noisy that place was because there was extra shopping stalls and little shops were there beside the road. And the walker market was super noisy, everyone was shouting for their customers and to sell their products. I just got confused in all this loud noise and screams. So I think I will prefer a quiet and decent place for shopping rather than a restless crowded place where I cannot focus on the thing I am buying. So I don't like that experience much. But from childhood we are going to that new market area. So I am somewhat accustomed with the situation there. But last time it was, as it was before the puja I think that is why it was so noisy.

    Band 6-7

    I recently visited the local train stations of Mumbai. It is a very common way of traveling here in the city and it's quite efficient as well but I made the mistake of traveling when it was peak hours especially during the evening around 5.30-6.30 which is when a lot of the people who go on the job complete their day and they travel back home. So it is a lot of rush and apart from this rush it is always always very noisy. I would say that the reason for this noise and you know crowd of people is because of how overpopulated Mumbai is right now at the moment. But other than that I think the noise also carries the determination and enthusiasm that these people have. People usually travel for hours just to reach their office and then you know travel back to their homes as well. So basically I visited the local train station to go to my friend's place which is a bit far and when I entered the train I realized that this was a mistake because it was so noisy and so crowded but at the same time I felt like I blended in with the crowd because I am from Mumbai and it made me realize how much of this noise is there within each one of us especially when you know the entire world is going to the rocks but at the same time you are able to carry this kind of carry yourself and be able to
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