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Describe a shop/store you often visit: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • Where it is?
  • What type of people go there?
  • What types of goods are sold there?
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Cue 1:Where it is?

  • Begin by describing the location of the shop, mentioning nearby landmarks or neighborhoods.
  • Include details about how often you visit this shop and what makes it convenient for you.

Example

The shop I often visit is located in the bustling market area of my neighborhood, just a few blocks away from my home. It's called 'Daily Needs' and is situated right next to a popular café. I visit this shop at least twice a week because it’s very convenient for me to grab groceries on my way back from work.

Cue 2:What type of people go there?

  • Describe the typical customers you see in the shop, including their age group and demographics.
  • Mention any specific reasons why these people prefer this shop over others.

Example

The shop attracts a diverse crowd, including young professionals, families, and elderly residents. Most of the customers are local people who prefer shopping here because the prices are reasonable and the staff is friendly. I often see mothers with children buying snacks and working professionals picking up quick meals.

Cue 3:What types of goods are sold there?

  • List the main categories of products available in the shop, such as groceries, household items, or personal care products.
  • Highlight any unique or popular items that make the shop stand out.

Example

At 'Daily Needs', you can find a wide range of goods, including fresh fruits and vegetables, dairy products, snacks, and household essentials. One of the unique features of this shop is its selection of organic products, which has become increasingly popular among health-conscious customers like myself.

Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, 'Daily Needs' is more than just a shop for me; it’s a community hub where I can find everything I need while enjoying a friendly atmosphere. I appreciate the convenience and the variety of products available, which keeps me coming back regularly.

    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 unclear. Avoid general statements that do not provide specific details about the shop or your experiences there.

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    Include specific examples and details about the shop, such as its location, unique features, and your personal experiences to make your answer more engaging.

    2: Ignoring the Cues

    Failing to address the provided cues can lead to an incomplete answer. It is important to cover all aspects of the question to demonstrate your speaking ability.

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    Structure your response by clearly addressing each cue: where the shop is, the type of people who visit, and the goods sold there.

    Overly Simple Language

    Using overly simple language may not showcase your English proficiency. It can make your response sound less interesting and engaging.

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    Use a variety of vocabulary and sentence structures to express your ideas. Try to incorporate descriptive adjectives and adverbs to enhance your answer.

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    The store of Mama Earth, I often visit a lot of time. This is the online platform. So many people visit here like gents, ladies and students. Every people like to visit that store. There are so many cosmetics things you can buy from the Mama Earth store. I often buy like the sunscreen, lipstick and eye makeup also. I love the skin care products. This store is most of the time, the store is about the skin care products. So many people visit there. Every month I order 2-3 products from the store. I love the lipstick shades, nail things and cosmetics of the ladies because they are so much incredible. I love to visit that store. What should I speak? Can you help me please? This is too much for 2 minutes.

    Band 6-7

    So one of the stores or shops that I usually like to visit after a hectic day at work would be Crossword. Crossword is a brand which is very famous for its collection of books and magazines. I usually go to the store which is right next to my house in a mall. The usual times for the store openings are probably from 11am to 11pm at night. Whenever you would visit this store, you would usually find a range of age groups there to shop for books. You would usually see parents along with their kids looking out for children's books. People like me who would like to read fiction books and also old age people looking out just to shop for books there.

    Band 6-7

    Basically, I am from Varun, which is a growing city. Here, day by day, we can see that the malls, roads and the stores are increasing day by day. I also prefer going to malls when it's about shopping. I love to shop from H&M, though Zara is not a store in Varun. But I love spending time in the malls, eating foods and enjoying the people over there. Usually, I am a very big shopaholic who loves to do shopping and all stuff, especially for clothes, foods and shoes. My second preference after clothes is for shoes and I love wearing shoes very much. Usually, I shop from Adidas or Nike but sometimes also from Puma. I love their shoes collections which make me crave for more and more. The stores are very clean and I love the staff over there. It is near to my house in a mall over my street.

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    Band 6-7

    The store that I often visit is Reliance store. I visit there because I love going for grocery shopping and I love doing shopping for home household stuffs but this store doesn't include only grocery. It includes all the items like groceries, fresh vegetables, fresh fruits, kids section for toys, clothing section and much more. Even it includes household stuff such as utensils, various household stuff like mechanical stuffs like TV, fridge everything it includes everything but according to me I love going there because I love grocery shopping first of all and secondly I just love spending time with there because I got a lot of knowledge about products like I know the prices of different products and different products available in the market because this store this is only store that display every product, every kind of product, every kind of clothes, everything. If you go in the store you will get everything in that one single roof. So it is also very convenient for the people to buy stuffs only under a single store that's why also I love it and I often go to the store and I can say that I am very loyal to that store.

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    The store, there are many shops which I visit but the store which I go every now and then is the Niranjan shop. It is the most popular shop in the locality. It is located at a walking distance and it's a kind of a general store. Everything is available there. Moreover, it's a very busy store. For example, I have been to many shops. I have been to many shops but the store where I go every now and then is the Niranjan store. It is located at a walking distance from my house and it is quite popular in my locality. That's why it's usually busy and everything is available there. It's a kind of a general store or I should say it's more than a general store. I would like to mention an example. Recently I read one article on newspaper that's about one foreign chocolate. So I asked about it in the market but it wasn't available in the city. The other day I went to that store and I found out that chocolate. I was amazed seeing that chocolate in that store that it is available here.

    Band 6-7

    The store that I most frequent is Zara, it is an apparel store, it is a fashion store. The store that I most frequent is Zara, it is a fashion store, and it is mostly visited by young people, mostly young women to be honest. They sell designer clothes, but it's a fast fashion brand. But they also sell perfumes, shoes, handbags and other accessories. The store is located in the World Trade Park in Jaipur, which is my hometown, and I really like the designs that they have. Because I was never really into fashion when I was young, but as I grew, I understood that you should really pay attention on your appearance. That is when I started to really get into all of this stuff, which is when I started to indulge in this. Furthermore, I believe that a good outfit can really make a lasting good impression. That is why I really like to shop at Zara, where you can get really nice formal clothes.
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