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Describe a uniform you wear (at your school or company) or you wore at school: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • When you wear it?
  • Who bought it for you?
  • What does it look like?
  • How you feel about it?
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Cue 1:When you wear it?

  • Mention the specific occasions or events when you wear the uniform.
  • Explain the routine or schedule that involves wearing the uniform.

Example

I wear my school uniform every weekday from Monday to Friday. It’s part of our daily routine, and we are required to wear it during school hours, which start at 8 AM and end at 2 PM.

Cue 2:Who bought it for you?

  • Identify the person or organization responsible for purchasing the uniform.
  • Share any personal anecdotes related to the purchase of the uniform.

Example

My parents bought my school uniform for me. They took me shopping a few weeks before the school year started, and I remember how excited I was to choose the styles and sizes.

Cue 3:What does it look like?

  • Describe the colors, style, and any unique features of the uniform.
  • Mention any accessories or additional items that complement the uniform.

Example

The uniform consists of a white shirt and navy blue trousers. We also wear a navy blue blazer with the school emblem on the pocket. I like how the uniform looks neat and professional, and it makes us feel united as a school.

Cue 4:How you feel about it?

  • Express your personal feelings towards wearing the uniform.
  • Discuss any positive or negative experiences associated with it.

Example

I feel proud wearing my school uniform because it represents my school community. However, sometimes I wish I could express my individuality through my clothing, but overall, I appreciate the sense of belonging it gives me.

Conclusion

  • Summarize your overall experience with the uniform.
  • Reflect on how wearing the uniform has impacted your school life.

Example

In conclusion, wearing my school uniform has been a significant part of my educational experience. It has instilled a sense of discipline and unity among students, and I cherish the memories associated with it.

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. Specific details help the examiner understand your experience better and make your response more memorable.

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Tip

Include specific colors, styles, and features of the uniform to create a vivid picture for the examiner.

2: Don't Rush Your Response

Rushing through your answer can lead to unclear explanations and missed details. It's important to take your time to articulate your thoughts clearly.

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Pause briefly between points to gather your thoughts and ensure you cover each cue thoroughly.

Neglecting Personal Feelings

Failing to express your feelings about the uniform can make your response seem flat. Personal insights add depth and interest to your answer.

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Tip

Share your emotions about wearing the uniform, whether positive or negative, to create a more engaging narrative.

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All Answers

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Band 7

Hello my name is Ritasha and I have studied in the school St. Joseph's Convent Higher Secondary School. I would like to describe my uniform. We used to wear it every single day at school and of course the person who bought it for me was my father. It was a plaited skirt with the blouse inside it. It had a belt on the top and a tie attached to the collar. I really felt proud and secure when I wore it as a girl. It was fully covered and our shoes were pitch black with white socks.

Band 6-7

when I was a child I used to go to the PCM school Ludhiana it is in Dugri and I was very young at that time probably in my first standard I used to wear a white shirt and blue shorts during that particular period of time moreover I have worn out a blazer when there were winters apart from that we were asked to wear some dresses related to our houses like on Saturdays I was the part of tulip house and I used to wear a orange t-shirt and a white pant similarly there were some other uniforms for different houses like yellow for the marigold and blue for the jasmine however in sixth standard I changed my school and converted into D.A.B. Pakhova school due to certain reasons their uniform was like checkmate and the design of uniform was familiar with it it felt like a drum band uniform because I was never familiar with this however I felt elated about it because it was very well designed moreover we were asked to wear it on day to day basis and there was no white colored uniform which could get dirty apart from that once I was doing a dancing activity and all of sudden my pant turned out it was embarrassing moment for me and it felt like a dilemma but that was some particular situation that happened and it can happen with anyone for sure apart from that I used to wear this dress even on the Saturdays because we were not asked to wear a white dress on that day something you definitely should relate with a uniform is that it definitely signifies

Band 6-7

Now, I would like to tell about the uniform that I wore at the school was, we usually have a different types of uniforms for the primary and the secondary schools. Those who are in the primary schools, they will wear a red skirt with inshirt of white t-shirt. Apart from the school dress, we should keep our belt, tie and we have ID cards. The main mandatory for the school uniform was to tie the ribbons. Those who are studying in the secondary education, they have a dress of white chudidar with red pant. The main important thing for them is to wear the chunni or the scarf with belt in the middle and we have an ID card. Those who are not having these all will be punished in our school. Apart from the school uniform, as a part of our school uniform, we should wear our shoes black and white shoes. We should wear the black shoes on the week and on the weekends like Friday and the Saturday, we should wear white shoes. The school uniform, first time my father bought my school uniform but sometimes our school members also offers us school dress. On Saturdays, we have a special t-shirt to wear.

Band 6-7

The uniform I used to wear in my school days, it's very old fashion type of uniform, which have tight pants, loose shirt. At that time, the fashion was driving from there. The dress was bought by my father and handed to me before I went to school. After that, I wore that uniform. I found little bit unclassy in it and thought that the uniform is not that good because of their untidy nature or lack of fashion in it. But as we know, we are going to school to learn something, not showing our fashion sense. So that's, I know.

Band 6-7

During my school days there was a proper uniform, formal uniform which gave to us by school. My parents bought it for me. It was, it looked like a shirt and grey pants with a tie and it was compulsory to wear it. During my PE lectures, the sports lectures, we have a different uniform which was based on our house. So I had a green house, that's why however we got green colour uniform and I felt very confident wearing that. I like the green outfit more than the usual normal outfit of beige shirt, grey pants and grey tie.

Band 6-7

I work as a teacher and in my institute we are required to wear a uniform which is beige color pants and cream color shirts. The uniform is same for both male and female faculties. The main purpose of this uniform is to create a unison amongst all the teachers and also it associates, it bridges the gap between us and the students. They should not feel that we impose the rules just on them and we do not follow similar rules. So having a uniform for teachers is a very good initiative I feel. Also the beige color brings out the maturity of that role. It's better to avoid the flamboyant colors like pink or light green which does attract attention but delivers a very different message to the young minds. So having a beige color uniform sends a good message to the students and they feel much more welcoming.

Band 6-7

Uniform is a very important part of a student life, as a student I already had a uniform in my school life and that was very comfortable for me, I preferred wearing a uniform to school because it created a sense of quality between the student, teacher and other employees. So I wore it every day during my school days, when I was first admitted, my father bought my uniform, I was white and light blue in color, that school uniform was my favorite because when I first joined the school, the school authorized had a special design but it was altered to a unique color, they took my measurements to pick the right fit, then all the students bought their uniform for the same company, the student and convenient. So on summer day, we felt comfortable in that uniform, it bring back memory of my school life, school life is the most memorable part of my life, so whenever I see my school uniform, I feel like I am a child again.

Band 6-7

The first uniform I wore was in my school, so it was like small shorts and a very good and ironed shirt which we used to tuck in and it was brought by my mother. So I remember that I used to look very ugly in that dress, but I used to wear dress whole week. So the exception of the dress was of only one, on one weekend, Saturday. Saturday we need, we used to wear any dress we want to and it was like, my shirt was like yellow colored and my pant was like green colored. The combination of shirt and pant was awkward, but it was like, okay, okay.

Band 6

To begin with, we used to wear uniforms all the five working days of our school, out of which Monday, Wednesday and Friday would be for our official uniform, which was a checkered white shirt and a black pleated skirt, which was supposed to be knee length. And on alternative days, that is Tuesday and Thursday of every week, we used to have sports classes for which we were supposed to wear nylon shirts, which were provided by school as well as nylon shorts that were also supposed to be knee length. So, all my school life I have worn these two clothes, but additionally we were allowed to wear casual clothes on our birthdays or the week of our birthdays to celebrate in school. Me and my parents used to go shopping every year because every year since I was in a growing period, we used to go for shopping, then have lunch, then come back home. And to be more specific, it was Christmas.

Band 6

The last time I wore a uniform is back at my, when I was studying at Mahatma, so Mahatma is my school. I was not fond of wearing uniforms at that time because just children's fancy love wearing color dresses, right? So I was studying at that time, so obviously my parents purchased that uniform from me, from the school uniform tiler. So there was a tiler who was affiliated with the school and from there we get all the uniform sets for the whole academic year. Whenever I was wearing the uniform I feel like I was just trapped. The reason being I was trapped as in I was not feeling good about it because if I am wearing that uniform I definitely knew that I had to go to school and it had this checked patterns and the uniform was pink in color with a tie and a white shirt inside. Basically you wear a pinot form, inside the pinot form you wear a white shirt paired with a school badge, school tie as well as a belt and I was not feeling good although if you ask me right now I definitely miss the feeling of wearing a uniform but I still remember the creepy Mondays where I had to wake up and get ready, wear the pink color uniform, go to school via school bus and I had to write the maths exam. That was a kind of a not so pleasant moment at that point of time but now I just cherish them.
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