IELTS Speaking Part 2
Describe a resolution you made in the new year
You should say:
• What is the resolution?
• How will you complete it?
• How do you feel about it?
• Why did you make this resolution?
Sample Answer:
Well, setting up new year resolutions with great vivacity and eagerness is quite customary. However, not all of them stick to it and generally host a flop show. This year, even I made a resolution. And, so far, it’s going good. My new year resolution is to moderate the use of mobile.
I am trying miscellaneous ways to complete this resolution. Now, instead of wasting hours on my phone, I have started stepping out of the house more. To stay vigorous, I have started playing physical sports with friends. Also, I switch off my phone at sharp 10 pm and hit the bed.
To be honest, I am feeling much more undisturbed now than before. Earlier, I used to be on my phone until the wee hours of the night. But now, I meditate for half an hour to relax my mind before sleeping. Also, I take a deep slumber for 8 hours daily, which is helping my focus and performance.
The truth is that, just like many other people, I had a phone fixation. This addiction, at one point, reached such an extent that I began squandering my golden hours playing games, surfing social media, and watching movies. So finally, I decided to put a full stop to it and take control of my life.
Vocabulary
- Vivacity
Meaning: the quality of being lively
Eg: Her vivacity attracts everybody. - Vigorous
Meaning: filled with enthusiasm
Eg: She is vigorous enough to win this competition. - Slumber
Meaning: to be deeply asleep
Eg: Meditation has helped me with slumber. - Fixation
Meaning: addiction
Eg: I have a shopping fixation. - Squandering
Meaning: to waste money, time, etc
Eg: Everybody should pay attention to their career rather than squandering around.
IELTS Speaking Part 2
- What are the most common resolutions in your country?
The most common resolutions in my country are about self-improvement. At the start of a new year, people pledge to get up early, go for a walk, or start a new hobby. Most of them also join the gym to lead a healthier routine. - How difficult would it be for you to save money this year?
Saving money this year would be a daunting task, keeping in mind that inflation is rising rapidly. Moreover, I have to buy a few gadgets this year, such as an iPad, a car, and a new laptop. As there would be too many expenses, I would not save much. - How difficult would it be for you to get fit this year?
As I have started practising intermittent fasting, getting fit will not be a challenging task for me. However, it also depends upon my zeal to continue with it. If I stop being consistent, the tables might turn. - What do you think this year will be like for you?
I firmly believe that this year will bring a paradigm shift to my life. I will complete my studies this year. Moreover, I am also contemplating beginning a new business this year, something completely different from my family business. In totality, it will be a happening year. - What things would you like to stop doing this year?
This year I would like to stop procrastinating. And then, I would like to inculcate a habit of curating plans and work according to them so that I could be more productive and don’t waste time.
Vocabulary
- Daunting
Meaning: difficult
Eg: Getting up early in the morning is a daunting task for me. - Zeal
Meaning: great energy
Eg: I take up adventurous activities with zeal. - Contemplating
Meaning: to think carefully about something
Eg: I am still contemplating on the college where I wish to take admission. - Procrastinating
Meaning: to put off something till another time and day
Eg: Stop procrastinating, you have to complete a lot of tasks today. - Inculcate
Meaning: to learn or remember something by repeating it often
Eg: I would like to inculcate a sense of responsibility in my younger brother now.
