IELTS Speaking Part 2 — Describe a skill you would like to learn. • what the skill is • why you want to learn it • how you would learn it • and explain how it would benefit you

Practice speaking on this topic for 1–2 minutes using the bullet points above. You have 1 minute to prepare your answer.

IELTS Speaking — Part 2

Describe the following

You will have 1 minute to prepare and then speak for 1–2 minutes.

Describe a skill you would like to learn

what the skill is
why you want to learn it
how you would learn it
and explain how it would benefit you

1 min prep · 1–2 min speaking

Practice with a timer — just like the real exam Preparation time — make notes now Speaking time — speak out loud! Done — check your sample answers below

How to Structure Your 2-Minute Answer

~15s

Open — introduce the subject

Name who or what immediately. "I'd like to talk about..." Don't pause looking for words.

~20s

Context — how you know it / background

Give a short frame of reference so the examiner understands your connection to the topic.

~35s

Description — concrete details

This is the core of your answer. Use specific examples, vivid language, and avoid vague generalities.

~40s

Why it matters — feelings or impact

The examiner awards marks for fluency and range here. Expand on your opinion or reaction.

~10s

Close — a brief reflection

One sentence to wrap up naturally. Avoid trailing off. "That's why I'll always remember..."

Reported in recent exams

May–August 2026

Part 3 — Follow-up Questions

Is it easier to learn new skills as an adult?
Why do some people lose interest in learning new skills?
Should schools focus more on practical skills?

Card Details

Difficulty Medium

Topic Hobbies

Section Part 2 + Part 3

Prompts 4

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