IELTS Speaking for Success

💔 Describe a time when you broke something (Part 2) + Transcript

Oct 28, 2025
Hosts dive into the humorous chaos of breaking everyday items, like phones and mugs. Rory shares a memorable tale about his cracked phone screen during a clean-up, while Maria offers a model answer brimming with useful vocabulary. They discuss common objects people break and provide tips on how to effectively structure responses for the IELTS speaking task. With playful banter and practical advice, listeners are sure to leave with both laughs and language tips!
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INSIGHT

Personality Shapes Care For Belongings

  • Maria and Rory highlight two opposite attitudes: one breaks things often while the other keeps things in reasonable condition.
  • This contrast shows how personality and habits shape everyday risks to possessions.
ANECDOTE

Careless Moments Cause Breakages

  • Maria described her frequent habit of breaking things and recalled cracking her phone screen while multitasking.
  • She detailed removing the cover to clean the phone, then dropping it so it landed face down and became unsightly.
ADVICE

Avoid Multitasking With Fragile Items

  • Avoid multitasking during delicate tasks to reduce the chance of dropping or damaging items.
  • Take one action at a time when handling fragile objects to prevent accidents.
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