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Describe a polite person you met.: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • Who is the person?
  • How do you know the person?
  • Why do you think the person is polite?
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Cue 1:Who is the person?

  • Introduce the person clearly, mentioning their name and relationship to you.
  • Provide a brief background about the person, such as their profession or role in your life.

Example

The person I want to talk about is my colleague, Priya. She works in the marketing department at my company and has been a part of our team for over two years.

Cue 2:How do you know the person?

  • Explain how you met the person and the context of your relationship.
  • Mention any specific instances that helped you bond with them.

Example

I met Priya during my first week at the office. We were both assigned to a project together, and I quickly noticed her friendly demeanor. We often collaborated on tasks, which allowed us to get to know each other better.

Cue 3:Why do you think the person is polite?

  • Provide specific examples of polite behavior you have observed.
  • Discuss how their politeness has positively impacted your interactions or the workplace environment.

Example

Priya is incredibly polite; she always greets everyone with a warm smile and uses 'please' and 'thank you' regularly. For instance, during team meetings, she makes sure to listen to everyone's opinions before sharing her own, which fosters a respectful atmosphere.

Conclusion

  • Summarize your thoughts on the importance of politeness in relationships.
  • Reflect on how this person's politeness has influenced you or your perspective.

Example

In conclusion, Priya's politeness not only makes her a wonderful colleague but also sets a positive example for all of us. It reminds me of the importance of kindness and respect in our daily interactions, which I strive to emulate.

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: Avoid Vague Descriptions

Using vague language can make your answer less engaging and informative. It's important to provide specific details about the person to create a clearer picture for the examiner.

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Include specific examples of polite actions or behaviors that illustrate why you consider the person polite.

2: Don't Rush Your Response

Rushing through your answer can lead to unclear speech and missed points. Take your time to think about each cue and respond thoughtfully.

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Pause briefly between points to organize your thoughts and ensure clarity in your speech.

Avoid Overly Simple Answers

Providing overly simple or one-word answers can make your response sound unprepared. It's essential to elaborate on your points to demonstrate your language skills.

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Tip

Expand on each cue by explaining your relationship with the person and giving examples of their politeness.

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All Answers

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Band 7

The dean of our college is the most polite person that I have ever come across in my entire life. I am a dentist by profession and I have studied from D.Va Patil University School of Dentistry. Dean is a gem of a person. He is very polite, he is very student friendly, he is always there for you whenever you have any problems. He is there to support you in all your decisions. Secondly, if you have to complain about anything, if you are worried about anything, if you are worried about getting good grades in your class or suppose if you are not understanding any topic, he is always there for you, he will always have your back. He is the kindest person, he is the kindest soul I have ever come across. He is so polite with his words that you will not even feel that he is the dean of the college. He is like a friend to all of us. He has been having our back ever since we were small kids. We joined college in 2015 and since then he has always supported us in all our decisions and he has helped us make some important decisions of our lives. He is like a father figure to all of us. He has a very kind heart, I must say.

Band 6-7

met her in my BPT first year and before we were not talking that much but I noticed her because she was talking to everyone in a very polite way even even the people is not talking to her in a polite way or in a bad way then also she she was keeping her point in very sorted way or in a polite way so that that that that impressed me more so yes she's handling the complicated situation in a very sorted and in a very very polite way so I have never seen her angry and I have never seen her to be rude with others yes sometimes she's and she was she was angry but she was holding herself because she knows if she will be if she was angry at that time she cannot handle the situation the way she was handling by the politeness so that it admires I admire her most because of her politeness because of her tolerance power and when I I met her I met her for the very first time and until now she was the same person and she never changed she never changed herself and this thing

Band 6-7

My mother is gem of a kind. She is very polite. Her name is Rakesh Sinha. As a mother she has to be polite. But it is just not that she is polite to us. She is in fact polite with others as well. And I commend her on that. Besides her politeness is also how calm and composed she is. And I very much believe that as he is very calm and composed, he hence is very polite. I in fact have received some traits of my mother. And even I am a polite person.

Band 6-7

from a young age and till now my mom is the most polite person I've ever come across however she has always made it a point to make sure that her politeness doesn't get the best of her the same values that she upholds to be this whether it be politeness or gratitude she always has tried to imbue it into her child which is me now why I think politeness might not be healthy for you in the long run is polite it comes at the cost of maybe not realizing what is right and what is wrong who might be trying to scam you or who might be actually trying to help you out for I would like to enforce this point by taking an example from my personal life itself I remember when I was a kid there was there was this person who had come over to our house as a guest I would say pretended to be a guest now he wanted something to eat because he was pretty sure that he were I was pretty sure that he did not have he looked very lanky malnutrition and he was telling us a story about how he wasn't able to eat anything or drink any water which is healthy for a long time my mom being the person who she is she took went right into the kitchen took a glass of water and she served some food whatever we had cooked in in our house in a plate and she had served it to the person now after he had finished his meal is when we had noticed that he had a bag full of chips it was very weird because that bag of chips seemed very out of place so that's when I realized that though my mom didn't that's when I realized that politeness

Band 6-7

I've met Akanksha, my colleague in my office, which I'm currently working in. She is very polite and never gets frustrated. She's our team manager. She has become my best friend as I have been as a fresher, I have many doubts in my project. I always rely on her for help and she's always there for me to help and teach everything precisely without getting frustrated. Although she is very intelligent, she is always down to earth. People tend to rely on her so much as she is very joyous and intelligent. She as a person, I would say, no matter what she is earning and how much she is earning, she is always very kind and compassionate towards others. She never degrades anyone. Being a manager or team leader, she never really boasts herself or never degrades the person down. Rather, she will always help to achieve the good project outcome no matter which time and what place she is in. Even if she is in a holiday mood, as soon as we call her, she just responds and gives anything in a very polite manner.

Band 6-7

According to me, the most polite person I have ever met is my best friend Trisha. She is my childhood friend. She is very polite, humble and respectful towards everyone from younger to elders. She speaks in a very polite manner and she shows respect to everyone. She is one of the most humble and nice person. She is very much... There have been some incidents in which I lost my anger but she controlled her anger and she dealt with the problem very politely. She is very much generous in situation because of her polite manner and behaviour. She is one of the most generous person I have ever met.

Band 6-7

Speaking politely is the skill. I know the person who is very polite. His name is Pratik. My relation with him is of husband. He is my husband and he is a very loving person. When I was very angry or very frustrated, then he helps me a lot in every situation. By understanding my thoughts, my current situation, he still stay calm and very polite. While talking to someone else, he used to stay calm and polite. I know him since my college days. He is a very happy person. He enjoy being polite in every situation of the life. He has the power to stay calm and understandable in every tough situation and face all the situations strongly.

Band 6-7

Okay, so talking about politeness, I would like to talk about my friend, okay, whom I met in my college. He's so polite that he never argues or never talks back on our word. He is so humble and polite that he listens, he gives ears to our words, he always listens to us, and he always a needful and a helpful hand for all the people who are required, who requires his help. And he's so polite and down-to-earth, and that's how I know him, and his name is John. So I would like to be a person like him, who is so polite and humble, where the people in this generation are so rude and ready to get angry for no reasons, and they are always soon to get angry, and they are not at all bothered or worried about what people say.

Band 6-7

A few years back when I was preparing for my JEE, I took admission in Kota where I met the most polite person and most polite and humble person. His name was Pankit and he was a student in my class and also a hostel partner. So once we met, so I saw him and he was so humble while talking and he was so polite that he was willing to help me even on the first meet. After some time, we became very close friends and even his family started loving me. We used to share nights together like watching movies and having burgers and after some time we also started studying with each other. So whenever I was stuck in some topic, he used to help me out or even if he doesn't know the answer, he will figure out the answer for me by wasting his time on my question and then clearing my doubt. So that was something I was really impressed by him. He was so polite. He used to bring snacks and food from his house whenever he used to go back to his home place and he used to come back and...

Band 6-7

The most polite person I have ever met is my mother. Since my childhood I have never seen her scold at someone or talk to someone in a rude tone. She is a very intelligent person and she has always been there for me and she never used to talk to me in a rude tone and she always set by good example as they say that heaven lies beneath the feet of mother and in my case I totally agree with that. I mean everyone agrees with that but for especially for me I feel that is the case, that is the truth. And apart from I have also seen her deal with other people and she deals with them with the utmost care and respect. She never disrespects a person. She is very kind and soft-hearted person. All her colleagues and the people she know they always say good things about her and she actually inspires me to be a polite and soft-spoken and a kind person. I really like that thing about her. I think in today's world you won't meet many people who are that polite in nature but that is the case with my mother and I actually look up to her. Thank you.
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