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Describe a sport that you really like: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • What the sport is
  • How/when you play or watch it
  • What you like about the sport
  • And explain why it’s special to you
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Cue 1:What the sport is

  • Begin by clearly stating the name of the sport you enjoy.
  • Provide a brief description of the sport, including its basic rules or objectives.

Example

The sport I really like is cricket. It is a bat-and-ball game played between two teams of eleven players each. The objective is to score runs by hitting the ball and running between the wickets.

Cue 2:How/when you play or watch it

  • Describe how often you play or watch cricket, and in what context (e.g., with friends, at home, in a stadium).
  • Mention any specific tournaments or matches you look forward to.

Example

I usually play cricket with my friends every weekend at a local park. We often organize friendly matches, and during the cricket season, I love watching live matches on television, especially the Indian Premier League (IPL) and international tournaments.

Cue 3:What you like about the sport

  • Share specific aspects of cricket that you enjoy, such as the teamwork, strategy, or excitement.
  • Explain how these aspects make the sport enjoyable for you.

Example

What I like most about cricket is the teamwork involved. It’s not just about individual performance; every player has a role to play. I also enjoy the strategy behind each game, as teams must adapt their tactics based on the situation.

Cue 4:And explain why it’s special to you

  • Reflect on personal experiences or memories related to cricket that make it meaningful.
  • Discuss how cricket connects you with friends, family, or your culture.

Example

Cricket is special to me because it brings my family together. I have fond memories of watching matches with my father and brother, cheering for our favorite team. It’s a tradition that has strengthened our bond and is a big part of our culture in India.

Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, cricket is more than just a sport for me; it’s a passion that connects me with my loved ones and my culture. Whether playing or watching, it brings joy and excitement to my life.

    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: Lack of Specificity

    Being vague about the sport can make your answer less engaging. Specific details help the examiner understand your passion and knowledge about the sport.

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    Tip

    Include specific examples, such as your favorite team or a memorable game, to make your answer more vivid and interesting.

    2: Ignoring Personal Connection

    Failing to explain why the sport is special to you can make your response feel incomplete. Personal connections add depth to your answer.

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    Tip

    Share a personal story or experience related to the sport that highlights its significance in your life.

    Rushing Through Your Answer

    Speaking too quickly can lead to unclear communication and missed points. It's important to articulate your thoughts clearly.

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    Tip

    Take your time to organize your thoughts and speak at a moderate pace, ensuring you cover all the cue points thoroughly.

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    I am really fond of badminton more than watching it on TV. I like playing it. I recently learned the tips the tips and tricks of the trade so I would say that I really enjoy it more because... I am really fond of badminton more than watching it on TV. I like playing it myself. I really like this sport because I feel it's a sport that people from all ages can play. It gives me time to bond with my son who is seven years old and he has recently learned how to play badminton and I could also play it with my spouse. It gives us much needed family time and as they say the family who plays together lives happily together. It helps in overall exercise and furthermore it also helps us create some cool memories for our kids and for ourselves that they cherish when they grow up. I also really like it because my younger son also looks at us playing and he also wants to learn. He has recently learned how to hold the badminton. Still a long way to go but I am sure and I am hopeful that one day he will also excel at this sport.

    Band 6-7

    So my favorite sport is throwball. It is actually this game where the court is similar to a badminton court. I would say it is similar to a volleyball court actually because the net is kind of high like it would be in a volleyball court and like you just have to receive the ball in your hand. Basically the side you get, which hand you mainly catch it in, you throw it the same way, the same hand I would say. So you should throw the ball above the net, the ball should not touch the net and then as long as you keep the ball in the air, that's how the rally goes on and once it actually falls and touches the ground or you make any sort of foul, the opponent will get the point. That's how the game goes. So this game has my heart and soul in it because I was made the team captain in the year 2024 and 2025 for two consecutive years which is why I think I love this sport so much because this huge responsibility was given to me which I think that I did a good job in because all my teammates cheered me up every single game before and after no matter if we lost or if we won the game. It was all about the teamwork, the team effort, how we all encouraged each other, how we, you know, once we gain a point we always cheer up and once we lose a point also we cheer up. I think I really made some good friends, good relationships with my fellow teammates and my coaches, the time that we spent on practicing and going on match, the trip and everything.

    Band 6-7

    My favorite sport is badminton. I have been playing badminton for a long time. Maybe since the age of 9 or 10 I started playing badminton. Nowadays because I am in college I usually play badminton when I come back home. After coming back home after a long day of work it is a really good exercise to finish off the day with. During the weekends I play in the morning maybe around 8am to 9am. I play with my apartment friends and maybe a few people who are working. They play really well so playing with them improves my skills in the game as well. What I like about badminton is not only the physical aspect of it but also the strategic part of playing the game. So the placement of the shuttle around the court is also very important as well as the physical aspect of playing the game. So that is what I like about the sport so much. It is special to me because I have grown up playing this sport so I have been improving every year, every game I play. It is a lot of fun to play with your friends even though you are playing singles and doubles. The synergy between you and your friends when you play doubles is amazing and it builds over time. The first game when you play doubles is not that great but as you keep on playing with them the synergy increases. You know how they are going to play and what shots they are going to play. It is more easy to predict and there is a synergy that forms. So that is what I like about the sport.

    Band 6-7

    The sport I like to play the most is basketball. I really like this sport because it enhances your physical ability and it's a very interesting sport. I really enjoy it and I have been playing this sport since I was a kid. The first time I picked up the ball to play basketball was when I was in 6th grade and it was the first time I took the ball and dribbled it and went towards the net and shot the shot. In that moment I realised that I am good at it. I tried playing it with my friends. I made mistakes along the journey but I enjoyed the process. It was a very great sport. I went to many different levels of competition when I was playing this sport. I got this interest from my school days and when I was awarded my state level trophy I was very happy about it. Football makes you feel energised and it enhances your physical abilities, your movements and it helps you to gain your physical and mental strength as well. It's a really great sport. What inspired me to play basketball is by playing with my friends and also watching the sport. My favourite player was Kobe Bryant, rest in peace, who is now expired. I hope to perform well as well but right now I am not playing this sport due to studies but I would really be glad if I go back to that sport to play it again. I would appreciate each and everyone taking part in a sport event.

    Band 6-7

    So the sport that I like the most is Volleyball. I like this sport from my childhood as it was one of my, it is one of my hobbies. I like this sport because it gives me refreshness, it relieves my stress, it gives me opportunity to spend my time with my friends and my loved ones. Also I have a soft corner for this game because whenever I play this game I feel very happy and I think that it is close to my heart because I can give time to this sport and it helps me to be well-being and also fit, physically fit. So that's why I love this sport too much. Also, furthermore I would say that Volleyball is a sport which do not requires a lot, lot of equipments. It only requires a ball, a net and few people to play with you. It should be your friends, your colleagues or some unknown people too. So that is the main reason that I feel I like this sport much and in that moreover I play as a liberal position in Volleyball which is a very main position and I lead the team from behind and it gives me opportunity to lead my teammates and show my decision making abilities. So yes, that's why I like this sport.

    Band 6-7

    My favorite sport is badminton and I find it really fascinating because badminton is quite a unique sport because since I was in middle school I used to play badminton with my friends a lot and I also used to have various competitions kind of like tournaments kind of things and I used to play in there although I used to lose all the time but still I was quite interested in playing it and I don't quite watch it on the TV or anywhere else but I do find it fascinating when I watch it in person so that is how I like badminton it's nice.

    Band 6-7

    A sport that I really like to play is football. The reason I like football is that the game captivates both your mind and your body wherein you not only have to have certain skills to excel in the sport but also the mind to come up with strategies to defeat your opponent team. I used to play football when I was a child in high school with me and my friends going to coaching centres where we had mock games with nearby schools and it was during this time that I found that I took a liking to the sport. I think it was mostly because it was playing with my friends but also it was because my coach was very encouraging and he was very supportive. He did not shout at us or was angry with us during our playtime instead he took up he took on a stance where he supported us and also told us how we could improve in the sport. My friends and I which we were three in number we normally go back to our apartment and we find children or other senior members of below the age of 18 to have a game with us to play a game with us and football was particularly inspiring was because it was during these play sessions that I've met new people and found a new friend group which I still hold dearly to my heart. Although I do not play the sport anymore looking back it was a good experience and a fond memory of childhood. I would like to take up the sport again although this would take a while because I'm graduating next year.

    Band 6-7

    The sport that I really want to say is badminton. Firstly, this sport isn't just a sport, but a special part of me. Because even though in our country there are several sports, but this is the most special sport that is very close to my heart. It was just a random day that me and my father were watching TV and he suddenly switched the news channel to some sports channel. On that day I saw PV Sindhu, a badminton player representing India in National Olympics. As she was playing very concentratedly and with very hard working, I really started enjoying watching that. It gave me an immense pleasure to watch and I even prayed for her to win and she won several medals. And I also started to think why can't I learn this sport because of interest. Then I started learning gradually. Even though I am not a pro skilled up to now, but I really enjoy playing that sport and even watching that sport. There are many other players, but PV Sindhu is one of the main players who got me inspired to like one of the sports. She always plays one on one match and the way she plays and the speed she has is incredibly talented. She even got prized for many winning champions. I really wish I could also play badminton in future.

    Band 6-7

    The sport I adore is cricket. I like Indian cricket team too much. It gives immense pleasure to watch those players on the ground serving our nation and providing happiness to each and everyone who is watching that play. I see there are many players who are so powerful in the game, who has the ability to knock out to some other player from another team, another country. Cricket is a sport which gives me motivation and life.

    Band 6-7

    The sport that I really like is cricket. While I do not have a favourite sport to play, I really enjoy watching a game of cricket. A specific reason I can think of as to why I enjoy it is the constant ups and downs that are involved in the game. There is never an end to the enjoyment that comes from watching this sport. I have a very deep attachment to cricket as an Indian, since this sport is an emotion to all those who are from my country. A lot of my core memories revolve around my family gathering to watch my country's team play against a rival team in a final match or in any other game of this sport. Cricket is also an easy way to connect with people, make more friends and build a second family. The number of friends I made through cricket during college really comes to mind.
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