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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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    Today, I want to talk about the site which I use for online shopping. Last Monday, I knew about the second-hand site and second-hand materials. I have searched many items which was very cheap in price and also it was little damage that no one can observe. So, I took chance and purchased one pair from it and after three days it came and it was very nice in quality. It was 30% cheaper than the regular price and I used it for two to three times and it was very nice experience to wear it. These types of site are useful for anyone for affordable buying in the era of fashion. It is very nice. It is a nice effort from the site holders.

    Band 6-7

    The name of the website that sells second-hand items is a website called OLX. It sells everything from kitchen supplies to electronics to automobiles, you name it, it has everything. You basically just have to put up a picture of it and the amount that you're asking for, how old it is, you have to describe the whole aspects of it, basically all the characteristics of it and a person would probably just use it if they have to perhaps buy something in a cheap rate that they don't really want to use for a very long time, they just need it at the moment. It is also good for people who do not want to buy it from the store or do not want to buy it in the full price, basically when they want to save money. It is actually quite a good website and I have used it myself. I actually, from my point of view, my experience on the website was actually quite good when I wanted to sell my music instrument, harmonium. It showed me a ton of people who were interested and I got easy access of contacts with them.

    Band 6-7

    well technology is growing rapidly so here i would like to talk about a website where you can easily sell your second hand product the name of the website is OLX so that is very famous in india and many indian people here sell their products like second hand product like any furniture mobile phones anything so i remember last month last year my i was sitting in my room and i suddenly saw my AC and then i realized i my model of AC was very old because in that AC that was not inverter also it was 3 star AC that time i thought to sell that and i posted the picture of that AC on OLX around 2-3 days i got a lot of calls messages and many people want to buy it and they ask me is it defective or any like why you are selling it and i told them that i want new model and that's why i am selling it and they ask me for picture of bill and then i send it them i got very good deal there because when i went to shops they give me very less very low price of my AC even though it was working properly that time so i got very good money and i realized how our life become easy because of technology and i give 5 star to that website

    Band 6-7

    The website is online and it sells second hand bags, they are very beautiful bags which have delicate intricate embroidery Additionally they also have embellishments which enhance the beauty of the bags I started purchasing from this shop 2 years ago and I have continued to do so annually on festivals or special occasions I buy bags from these shops Furthermore during festival season I do wish to pair my clothes and bags so that they bring out a more better vibe The reason why I find this website useful is because such beautiful and fancy bags are often very costly but they offer it for a cheaper rate, the main reason being that the items are second hand

    Band 6-7

    I have recently come across this website called Books and Shops. They are based on selling different kind of books in different genre, be it fiction or self-help books or academic as well. However, they sell second-hand books that are in good condition and quality and comes with half the price of the original book. However, these books are marked or used or donated by previous users for community and individuals who cannot afford these kind of books at a greater price at which they come in the market. Selling such books is one of those tips I would say is a great step in the community itself because we always don't know what kind of student would come across those books and how could these books help them. The efforts and the endeavour of this site Books and Shops is one such that if I can also put it, I would go ahead and put this thought process and idea out there. Reading is such a leisure and not having those physical books and the aroma of pages for any kind of reader would be a different kind of experience. Having these joyful experiences at a very expensive cost always make anyone consider or reconsider how they want to go ahead with the purchase. But selling books at a half price or a discounted price offers readers a platform and an environment where they can enjoy themselves.

    Band 6-7

    in the modern world there are some websites that sell and buy the second hand items. Today I am going to talk about one particular website this is OLX and in this platform we buy and sell products through the website and it's a kind of website that provides us electrical gadgets and electric products and also I never used it before but my brother used this on my phone he used twice for his new laptop he sold his laptop and mobile through this application and this is very useful for him because he get he got money from his from his old laptop and mobile after he got that money he went to a shop and buy a new bought a new laptop for his work and also he buy a he bought a new chair for our house so I think it's the best website that sells second-hand items

    Band 6-7

    It is very common that a second-hand product could be sold in a market. It may be online or offline. But here I would talk about an online application. It is OLX. It sells a second-hand product. I used when I was 16 years old and my mother told me to sell a mixie grinder which I already used on online to get a better price and there are very differentiating prices. If I am going in a local market to sell my mixie grinder, the vendor charges my grinder price at 100 rupees but at OLX I get a filled rupees of my grinder. And there are several items in which a person can buy many products like mobiles, phone, electric items or bed or Almera etc. There are many products. So customer can get a product in cheaper rate so that who will meet their need and want in an easily way.

    Band 6-7

    So, there are ample number of websites that sell second hand items but the one I would like to talk about is OLX.com that is a website which sells second hand items and it's a C2C website and in which the customers post their products on their website and another customers who is interested to buy the product gets linked with another person who is selling the product. The website perceives themselves as a middle man and this website is quite good and enriching and it is mostly used in my country or all over the states. They sell a lot of items like every kind of items like properties are listed in it, cars, vehicles, motor vehicles, bikes and I would say about mobile phones, electronics, music items, jobs, rents everything is listed in this and I use this website because we recently bought a new car and we got to sell the old one so I listed my car by clicking some pictures on this website and I got a great deal from this website as the website boosted my advertisement on this website so that was quite useful for me to get a greater deal and now recently they have opened OLX stores that are physical stores that gives us a great deal upon some items so that is a great useful website for me.

    Band 6-7

    I know one of the website which sells all the old items or second-hand items it was OLX it's very famous in India and in OLX you can sell anything anywhere from anywhere and from anyone to anyone you can sell everything on it like furniture, second-hand cars, second-hand house and mobile phones electronic items, kitchen items, utensils, bed sheets anything what you want to sell you may sell on the OLX it's very useful application for me a few years ago I want to sell my second-hand my phone that was broken by side and I want to sell it to get some money to purchase a new phone so I just downloaded the application from the Play Store and put some pictures on this application of my phone and some details of the phone here some details for example like the scratches how much scratches on the phone the screen are broken or not the camera working or not and many more so it first the application will check your details and confirm it then the ad was run on this application if someone matches the requirement of your selling items and they just contact you or send you the number you just call them and get the good deal

    Band 6-7

    Website I came recently to know about selling the second-hand items was a Facebook market. There I found almost everything either be household items or furnitures or clothes and everything in a very reasonable amount. It was considerably very cheap and it was in a budget-friendly way. I came to know when me and my husband was shifting to our new flat and we were in search of few furnitures to complete our new flat with just second-hand things. I would recommend it because although it is second-hand it doesn't seem like it's very old or it's in bad condition. Every product has a proper description how the item is in the current state and how much it is and it is in a proper kind of decent amount. It's also great for an easy way of shopping. It makes easier for us who are working and who can't afford new things and also can't go for shopping always. They can just scroll through phone and get it and we can go get it delivered. It can be delivered to our address or we can just go pick it up and it's very easy, comfortable and in a budget. So I would recommend it.
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