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Describe a website that sells second-hand items: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • What the website is
  • What kind of items it sells
  • When/why you used it or would use it
  • And explain why it’s useful
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Cue 1:What the website is

  • Begin by naming the website clearly and mention its purpose.
  • Provide a brief background about the website, such as when it was established or its popularity.

Example

The website I want to talk about is OLX. It is a popular online platform in India where people can buy and sell second-hand items. OLX was established in 2010 and has since become one of the go-to websites for anyone looking to find affordable used goods.

Cue 2:What kind of items it sells

  • List the types of items available on the website, focusing on those that interest you.
  • Mention any specific categories or examples that stand out.

Example

OLX sells a wide variety of items, including furniture, electronics, clothing, and even vehicles. For instance, I often browse the furniture section to find affordable second-hand sofas or tables that fit my budget.

Cue 3:When/why you used it or would use it

  • Share a personal experience of when you used the website or explain a situation where you would consider using it.
  • Discuss your motivations for using the website, such as saving money or finding unique items.

Example

I used OLX last year when I was moving into a new apartment. I needed a few essential items like a bed and a dining table, but I wanted to save money. I found a great deal on a second-hand bed that was in excellent condition, which helped me stick to my budget.

Cue 4:And explain why it’s useful

  • Discuss the benefits of using the website, such as cost-effectiveness or convenience.
  • Mention how it helps in promoting sustainability by reusing items.

Example

OLX is incredibly useful because it allows people to buy quality items at a fraction of the price. It also promotes sustainability by encouraging the reuse of goods, which is important in today’s consumer-driven society. I appreciate how easy it is to navigate the site and communicate with sellers.

Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, OLX is a fantastic platform for anyone looking to buy second-hand items. It not only helps save money but also supports a more sustainable way of living by giving pre-owned items a new 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: Vague Descriptions of the Website

    Using vague language when describing the website can lead to a lack of clarity. Candidates should provide specific details to make their answer more engaging and informative.

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    Tip

    Instead of saying 'it's a good website', describe its features, layout, and user experience to give a clearer picture.

    2: Listing Too Many Items

    Focusing on too many different items can make your answer unfocused. It's important to highlight a few key items that represent the website well.

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    Tip

    Choose 2-3 specific items that are popular or unique to the website and explain why they are significant.

    Lack of Personal Experience

    Failing to include personal experiences can make your answer less relatable. Sharing your own experiences adds depth and authenticity to your response.

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    Tip

    Mention a specific time you used the website or a reason you would use it, explaining how it met your needs.

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    The website mainly sells second-hand products but the range is huge. You can find almost everything from furniture, electronics, home appliances, vehicles, books and even clothes. Many people also list rental houses and job offers on it. So it is more than just a shopping site. I have personally used OLX a couple of times. Once I bought a study table at a very reasonable price and another time I sold my old bicycle. The process was simple. You just create an account, upload pictures and negotiate directly with the buyer or seller. What I like most about is that it gives both parties a chance to bargain which is not possible on regular e-commerce website. I feel this website is very useful especially for students or people who don't want to spend too much money on new brand items. At the same time it also promotes recycling and reuse which is good for the environment. Overall I would definitely recommend it to others because it's practical, affordable and easy to use. A website that I often use to buy and sometimes sell second-hand items is OLX. It's a very popular online marketplace in India and I first came to know about it through one of my college friends who bought a used mobile phone from there. The website mainly sells second-hand products but the range is huge. You can find almost everything books, clothes, home appliances.

    Band 6-7

    One useful website that I often visit is OLX which is one of the most popular platforms for buying and selling second-hand items in India. The website mainly sells a wide range of products such as electronic gadgets, furnitures, home appliances, clothing and even used cars and bikes. What makes it attractive is that ordinary people, not big companies, post their items so you can often find good deals at much lower prices compared to shops. I first used OLX about 2 years ago when I needed a study table for my room. At that time, I didn't want to spend too much money on new furniture so I searched on OLX and found a table in good condition at half the price. I contacted the seller directly through the app, went to see the item in person and bought it on the same day. The process was surprisingly simple and convenient. I find this website extremely useful for several reasons. Firstly, it helps people to save money since second-hand items are usually far more affordable. Secondly, it promotes sustainability by encouraging people to reuse and recycle things rather than growing them away. Overall, OLX is not only practical for individuals looking for budget-friendly options but also meaningful in reducing waste and that's why I still recommend it to my friends whenever they need second-hand items.

    Band 6-7

    The famous website I use for second hand items is OLX. It sells various types of products like car parts, bike parts, normal accessories etc. I have used it a couple of times because the products there are very cheap and they are fairly genuine. I have used it to buy some of my bike parts as I like riding and my bike sometimes needs some maintenance and the parts there are very cheap and affordable. It is more likely to have better parts and cheaper parts than the original parts. This website I got to know from my friend as he was using it for the same and I like this website.

    Band 6-7

    So, the website which I recollect of sending second hand items is a website called as OLX.com. So, this website mainly focuses on reselling second hand items and refurbished items such as cars and motor vehicles. It is very useful for someone who has a very low budget and wants a car in good condition. It has various electronics and other sources when it can do. One instant I remember was when my friend wanted a second hand car from his own expenses from his own savings but he was not sure enough that he has so much capital to buy a new car. So, he decided to surf on the website of the OLX.com and he got a car which was second hand which the seller was selling just after three months of using it just because the seller had bought some another car. So, after it my friend contacted the seller and when he met the seller and the car he was very astonished to see the quality and the service of the app. So, why I think this is useful because you get cheaper car which is very grateful for the middle class people.

    Band 6-7

    The website I am going to speak about is called Swiggle. It sells a wide range of goods and they come under face masks or cosmetics to everyday usage items where you can find food or even clothes as well. This website has items which are pre-owned and which have not been used. The reason why this website is useful is because of the fact that the users only sell items which have been gifted to them or which haven't been opened by them but at a lower price. This website is useful because of the fact that it does not charge any commission nor does it have bad customer service. It is highly useful when students require items which are much cheaper compared to the prices which are in the stores or which are available to you on eShopping or online commerce.

    Band 6-7

    My favorite website that sells second hand items is OLX.com. It is easily accessible through internet and it is also available as an app on the app store. In OLX you can find several kind of second hand items including electronics, sports items, used music instruments, beauty products etc. I used OLX last month to buy a guitar, a used guitar from a person who was willing to sell it at a very cheap price. OLX also has a chat option where you can chat with the sellers. So I started the chat with the person and negotiated the price from Rs.1000 to Rs.700 which was very great and under my budget. OLX.com is a great website because it is easily accessible and it helps people to sell their unused item to the people who are in need of that item and which cannot afford a new one at a cheaper price. Therefore, OLX.com is a great startup.

    Band 6-7

    I would like to talk about a website that sells second-hand items and the website's name is OilEdge. I came across this OilEdge website during last year and I really found it useful. This website sells everything and I mean everything which are like cars, telephones or even beds which we can either exchange or buy for ourselves. So I came across this OilEdge website when we were looking for a car and there were some affordable deals within this website which we can really negotiate with the others. This website gave us a good look at the car's details and everything related to the car. I found it useful because it really gave so many amounts of details about the car and also it was very cheap and the quality of the products was really great.

    Band 6-7

    The website I'm going to speak is Koelex. It sells pre-published products such as laptops, mobile phones, gadgets, furniture, and even more. They also have a variety of products. They even sell cats, dogs, you know. They even sell shoes, socks, and everything. For instance, when we are going to start a new company, we can buy laptops pre-published because we are not going to reuse it. So, it will be a little investment. When we have a lot and the investments are high, we can go for new laptops. So, when the investment is low, we can use Koelex app to buy. Even the houses are also being posted and the rents are also being posted there. They sell houses also there. There will be a broker's number. So, even the houses are sold over there. It also gives a variety of services numbers like it solves the person's needs like if there is a plumbing need or if there is a carpenter in need. It also gives solutions to it. As this is a better app which is used nowadays, this website has been very useful for me in various situations. I have used this app frequently.

    Band 6-7

    that would be OLX that's OLX is very popular in India and it's it handles many kind of items in it and yeah it does carry cars dresses and home appliances electronics everything that we need and it's very useful for people who are looking for a specific item but if the person is not ready to pay the full amount to buy a new one it's really helpful for them to buy a secondhand one and I don't usually use this OLX very often because I never needed these kind of things that you OLX deals but I am aware of the things but recently I did look about cars or bikes and some mechanics in it some machines I mean I'm sorry and I like to watch these things about the rates and what are the fluctuations in money that happened few years after introducing them to the customers as new and I do really enjoy looking at it and I definitely love to buy a second car for my dad because he doesn't own a car and yeah

    Band 6-7

    The website that sells second-hand items would be OLX. In India, OLX is really popular because in this website you can buy anything, any second-hand item or more than that. Anything may be a car, a bike or anything may be a book or a shoe or any item like washing machine, household items, anything you can buy anything and the thing I bought from this website would be a second-hand car. So, I have to travel almost of a 25 kilometers to my college. So, it's really a hectic schedule for me daily. So, I told my dad to buy me a second-hand car then rather buying me a new car because it would be more economical and I can buy anything of my preference in that. I usually wanted to own a German car and German car in India is really costly. So, I told him to buy me a second-hand Polo, Volkswagen Polo which comes around two lakhs when I buy it on a second-hand and affording is tough when I buy a new car but rather when I bought a second-hand car from OLX it became more economical to me and more service-friendly also and I can easily buy other things which I need second-hand which I do which I am not looking for a long term but I am gonna use it now and gonna not gonna use it later.
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