IELTS Speaking for Success

✍️ Making lists (Part 1 ) + Transcript

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Jul 1, 2025
Explore the fascinating world of list-making! The hosts share their personal experiences with shopping and travel lists, weighing the pros and cons of digital versus handwritten methods. They delve into how lists enhance organization and productivity in daily life. Discover the psychological factors that shape our relationship with lists and hear inspiring bucket list ideas. Plus, find out why some people resist making lists altogether!
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ANECDOTE

Rory's List Habits

  • Rory always carries a shopping list because he buys similar items weekly.
  • He prefers phone lists for shopping and handwritten lists for travel for easy reference.
ADVICE

How To Use Lists Properly

  • Use the correct preposition: items are "on" a list, not "in" a list.
  • Make lists by writing, putting together, or writing up checklists to stay organized.
ADVICE

List-Making Challenges & Types

  • People may find list-making tedious or restrictive and prefer spontaneity.
  • Recognize list types like to-do lists, shopping lists, and bucket lists for different purposes.
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