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Describe An Invention That Is Useful In Your Daily Life: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • What is the invention?
  • What can it do?
  • How popular is it?
  • Is it difficult or easy to use?
  • And explain why it is useful.
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Cue 1:What is the invention?

  • Begin by clearly stating the invention you want to talk about.
  • Provide a brief background on how you came to know about this invention.

Example

The invention I want to talk about is the smartphone. I first got my hands on a smartphone about five years ago, and it has completely transformed the way I communicate and access information.


Cue 2:What can it do?

  • List the main features and functions of the smartphone.
  • Explain how these features are beneficial in daily life.

Example

A smartphone can make calls, send messages, browse the internet, and use various applications. It allows me to stay connected with friends and family, manage my schedule, and even shop online, all from the palm of my hand.


Cue 3:How popular is it?

  • Discuss the widespread use of smartphones in your community or country.
  • Mention any statistics or observations that highlight its popularity.

Example

Smartphones are incredibly popular in India, with millions of users across the country. According to recent statistics, over 500 million people in India own a smartphone, making it an essential part of everyday life.


Cue 4:Is it difficult or easy to use?

  • Share your personal experience regarding the ease of use of the smartphone.
  • Mention any learning curve or challenges you faced initially.

Example

I found smartphones to be very user-friendly. Initially, I had some trouble navigating the apps, but with a little practice, I quickly became proficient. Now, I can easily use it for various tasks without any issues.


Cue 5:And explain why it is useful.

  • Highlight the advantages of having a smartphone in your daily life.
  • Explain how it has improved your productivity or quality of life.

Example

The smartphone is useful because it keeps me organized and connected. I can set reminders for important tasks, stay updated with news, and even video call my relatives who live far away. It has truly made my life more convenient.


Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, the smartphone is an invention that has significantly impacted my daily life. Its versatility and ease of use make it an indispensable tool for communication, organization, and entertainment.


    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. Candidates often fail to provide specific details about the invention, which can lead to a lack of engagement from the examiner.

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    Tip

    Be specific about the invention. Use clear examples and details to illustrate its features and benefits.


    2: Ignoring Popularity

    Neglecting to discuss the popularity of the invention can weaken your response. It's important to show how widely used the invention is in daily life.

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    Tip

    Include statistics or personal observations about how many people use the invention and its impact on society.


    Overcomplicating Usage

    Describing the invention as overly complicated can confuse the examiner. Candidates should aim to explain how easy or difficult it is to use in simple terms.

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    Tip

    Clearly explain the usage in straightforward language, highlighting any features that make it user-friendly.


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    According to me an invention that is most useful in my daily life is my smartphone My smartphone is an iPhone 13 model and I use it for every single activity I use it for calculations, I use it for connecting with other people I use it for calling, texting, socializing, I use it for taking pictures I use it for seeking information, I use it for calendars, marking dates I use it for almost every single thing, every single activity in my life is somehow binded to my smartphone All my contacts of people is stored in my phone All the pictures, all the places that I have visited, all the memories that I have created and captured are again stored in my iPhone My socializing, the network that I have built, my online friends, my offline friends whom I want to connect with call or text or even like share a picture with again it is stored in my iPhone My iPhone I think is the most important part of my daily routine because that helps me complete every single task in my life Especially as I am a student I use my iPhone to help me with my projects, to help me with my assignments I use chatGPT on my iPhone, I use different AI networks, I use Google, I do analytics on my iPhone Infact it also tells me my screen time, my iPhone also records my health, my daily step count, my daily heart rate Everything, so not just for me I think overall in the world a smartphone is a very essential invention

    Band 6-7

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    Band 6-7

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    Band 6-7

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    I believe mobile phones are an invention that most of the people use in daily life. I am a person who use mobile phones in each and every second whenever I feel trouble because I can have a lot of apps in my mobile phones like WhatsApp, Instagram, Map and Google which are really helpful in the future and also in the present. Maps are really helpful when you are travelling in a long distance and don't know the routes of the place and Googles are really helpful when it comes to knowing about a website or any study material or any other else. At the same time WhatsApps and Instagrams can be useful for chatting, to have connection with your old friends and all. So these inventions are basically used in most of the places and are important in daily life to everyone. I am a person who doesn't want to use this in a bad way but make use of it in every moment. I always find it really useful in many situations when I am going alone. I can make calls with my parents and it won't be troublesome but sometimes using it for the first time can be quite difficult but later on after using for several days or like several weeks it gradually becomes easy for people to understand how to use that product in a better way. It can be good, it has good and bad ways but people should always go on with good things.

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