Speaking Practice Lesson 1

​SPEAKING PRACTICE

Suggestions

• Practice speaking slowly and clearly to ensure your words are easily understood.

• Try to add more details to your answers to make them more engaging.

• Use a variety of vocabulary to enhance your responses.

• Be confident while speaking and maintain eye contact.

​ASKING FOR CLARIFICATION

• Sorry, I didn't get the questions

• Sorry, I'm afraid I didn't catch that.

• Could you repeat the question, please?

• Could you say that again?

​INTRODUCE YOURSELF

Name
Age
Where you from?
Status

​I come from
I was born in …
I grew up in …
I live in [city]
I’m from … /
I live in …
I was born in…, but I live in…

1. HOBBIES - Expressions and Phrases:

   • I'm passionate about...

   • I'm really into...

   • One of my favorite pastimes is...

   • I find it relaxing to...

   • I have a keen interest in...

   • I'm fascinated by...

   • It's a great way to unwind...

   • I love the feeling of accomplishment when...

   • It allows me to express myself...

   • It's a hobby I've been pursuing for years...

   • It's something I picked up recently...

• Relaxing

• Creative

• Challenging

• Therapeutic

• Enjoyable

• Fulfilling

• Exciting

• Stimulating

• Rewarding

• Inspiring

• Adventurous

• Educational

• Social

​​Adjectives to Describe Hobbies:

​Sharing Opinions: HOBBIES

• I find [hobby] to be incredibly rewarding because...

• Engaging in [hobby] helps me to...

• [Hobby] allows me to escape from the stresses of daily life...

• I think [hobby] is a great way to meet new people and socialize...

• [Hobby] has taught me valuable skills such as...