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English Speaking Practice

These English speaking topics start simple — your family, your home, your routine — and build up to IELTS-style cue cards and discussion questions.

After each answer you get a transcript, your speaking pace, and one focused suggestion. Then say it again.

Default settings: 30 seconds to prepare, 1 minute to speak,Past → Present → Future structure.

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30s to prepare · 1:00 to speak · Uses your microphone. Audio is sent only for transcription and is not stored.

100 English speaking practice questions

  1. 1Talk about your family.English · Beginner · easy
  2. 2Describe a person who has influenced you.English · Cue card · medium
  3. 3Why do some people find it difficult to learn a new language?English · Discussion · hard
  4. 4Describe your home.English · Beginner · easy
  5. 5Describe a place you visited that you would like to visit again.English · Cue card · medium
  6. 6How has the way people communicate changed in the last twenty years?English · Discussion · hard
  7. 7What do you usually eat for breakfast?English · Beginner · easy
  8. 8Describe a skill you learned that took a long time.English · Cue card · medium
  9. 9Do you think children today have less freedom than in the past?English · Discussion · hard
  10. 10Describe your best friend.English · Beginner · easy
  11. 11Describe a time you helped someone.English · Cue card · medium
  12. 12Why do people like to follow celebrities?English · Discussion · hard
  13. 13What do you do on weekends?English · Beginner · easy
  14. 14Describe a book that you enjoyed reading.English · Cue card · medium
  15. 15What are the advantages and disadvantages of living abroad?English · Discussion · hard
  16. 16Talk about your favourite food.English · Beginner · easy
  17. 17Describe a memorable event in your life.English · Cue card · medium
  18. 18How important is it for people to have hobbies?English · Discussion · hard
  19. 19What is the weather like where you live?English · Beginner · easy
  20. 20Describe a piece of technology you use every day.English · Cue card · medium
  21. 21Should older people keep working after retirement age?English · Discussion · hard
  22. 22Describe your daily routine.English · Beginner · easy
  23. 23Describe a time you were very busy.English · Cue card · medium
  24. 24Why do some cities attract more tourists than others?English · Discussion · hard
  25. 25What is your favourite colour and why?English · Beginner · easy
  26. 26Describe a gift you gave to someone.English · Cue card · medium
  27. 27How can governments encourage people to use public transport?English · Discussion · hard
  28. 28Talk about your job or your studies.English · Beginner · easy
  29. 29Describe a time you changed your opinion.English · Cue card · medium
  30. 30What makes a good teacher in your opinion?English · Discussion · hard
  31. 31What do you like to do in the evening?English · Beginner · easy
  32. 32Describe an interesting old person you know.English · Cue card · medium
  33. 33Is it better to learn in a group or alone?English · Discussion · hard
  34. 34Describe your bedroom.English · Beginner · easy
  35. 35Describe a building you like.English · Cue card · medium
  36. 36Why is it important to protect historic buildings?English · Discussion · hard
  37. 37What is your favourite animal?English · Beginner · easy
  38. 38Describe a time you had to wait for something.English · Cue card · medium
  39. 39How does advertising affect what people buy?English · Discussion · hard
  40. 40Talk about a shop you often visit.English · Beginner · easy
  41. 41Describe a teacher who helped you.English · Cue card · medium
  42. 42What skills will be most important in the future?English · Discussion · hard
  43. 43How do you get to work or school?English · Beginner · easy
  44. 44Describe a goal you want to achieve.English · Cue card · medium
  45. 45Do you think people read less than they used to?English · Discussion · hard
  46. 46What do you like to watch on TV?English · Beginner · easy
  47. 47Describe a time you made a new friend.English · Cue card · medium
  48. 48How do families spend time together in your country?English · Discussion · hard
  49. 49Describe your favourite clothes.English · Beginner · easy
  50. 50Describe a film that made you think.English · Cue card · medium
  51. 51Why do people enjoy watching sport?English · Discussion · hard
  52. 52What is your favourite holiday?English · Beginner · easy
  53. 53Describe an important decision you made.English · Cue card · medium
  54. 54Is it important to have a university degree?English · Discussion · hard
  55. 55Talk about a sport you like.English · Beginner · easy
  56. 56Describe a website or app you find useful.English · Cue card · medium
  57. 57How can people reduce stress in modern life?English · Discussion · hard
  58. 58What do you do when you feel tired?English · Beginner · easy
  59. 59Describe a time you were late for something.English · Cue card · medium
  60. 60Why do some people prefer shopping online?English · Discussion · hard
  61. 61Describe your neighbourhood.English · Beginner · easy
  62. 62Describe a law in your country you think is useful.English · Cue card · medium
  63. 63What are the benefits of learning about other cultures?English · Discussion · hard
  64. 64What is your favourite fruit?English · Beginner · easy
  65. 65Describe a traditional festival you enjoy.English · Cue card · medium
  66. 66Should people be encouraged to cook at home more?English · Discussion · hard
  67. 67Talk about a friend you have known for a long time.English · Beginner · easy
  68. 68Describe a time when you learned something from the internet.English · Cue card · medium
  69. 69How does the environment affect people's health?English · Discussion · hard
  70. 70What did you do yesterday?English · Beginner · easy
  71. 71Describe a sports event you watched.English · Cue card · medium
  72. 72What makes a friendship last?English · Discussion · hard
  73. 73What will you do tomorrow?English · Beginner · easy
  74. 74Describe an advertisement you remember.English · Cue card · medium
  75. 75Are traditional festivals still important today?English · Discussion · hard
  76. 76Describe a park near your home.English · Beginner · easy
  77. 77Describe a time you received good news.English · Cue card · medium
  78. 78How has technology changed education?English · Discussion · hard
  79. 79What kind of music do you like?English · Beginner · easy
  80. 80Describe a river, lake or sea you have visited.English · Cue card · medium
  81. 81Why do people like to collect things?English · Discussion · hard
  82. 82Talk about your favourite place to eat.English · Beginner · easy
  83. 83Describe a family business you know about.English · Cue card · medium
  84. 84What is the role of parents in a child's education?English · Discussion · hard
  85. 85What is your favourite day of the week?English · Beginner · easy
  86. 86Describe a time you borrowed something.English · Cue card · medium
  87. 87Should people spend more money on experiences than on things?English · Discussion · hard
  88. 88Describe your phone.English · Beginner · easy
  89. 89Describe a piece of art you like.English · Cue card · medium
  90. 90How do you think cities will change in the future?English · Discussion · hard
  91. 91What did you want to be when you were a child?English · Beginner · easy
  92. 92Describe a time you had to speak a foreign language.English · Cue card · medium
  93. 93Why do some people become leaders?English · Discussion · hard
  94. 94Talk about your favourite room in your house.English · Beginner · easy
  95. 95Describe a journey you remember well.English · Cue card · medium
  96. 96Is it good for children to use computers from a young age?English · Discussion · hard
  97. 97What do you like to cook?English · Beginner · easy
  98. 98Describe a time you tried a new food.English · Cue card · medium
  99. 99How important is punctuality in your culture?English · Discussion · hard
  100. 100Describe a typical school day when you were young.English · Beginner · easy

How to practise

  1. 1

    Repeat the same question

    Your second attempt is where learning happens. You already know what you want to say, so you can focus on saying it better.

  2. 2

    Read your transcript

    The transcript shows the words the recogniser heard. Words it misheard are often words worth practising.

  3. 3

    Use linking words

    Because, for example, however, so. Four words that instantly make your English sound more organised.

Recommended answer structure

Past → Present → Future

Best for: personal questions and experiences

  1. 1Past
  2. 2Present
  3. 3Future

Walk through time. How it used to be, how it is now, and where it is going. Very easy to remember under pressure.

Example answer to “Tell me about yourself.”

  1. PastI started out in customer support, which taught me how users really think.
  2. PresentToday I am a product designer focused on onboarding flows.
  3. FutureNext, I want to lead research for a product used by millions of people.

FAQ

Is this good for IELTS speaking practice?+

Yes. The English mode includes Part 2-style cue cards with one minute of preparation and two minutes of speaking, plus Part 3-style discussion questions.

I am a beginner. Can I use this?+

Yes. Beginner questions are short and personal. Start with 30 seconds of prep and 60 seconds of speaking.

Does it correct my grammar?+

The AI feedback focuses on clarity and structure rather than grammar lists, but it quotes your own words when suggesting a better structure.

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