IELTS Speaking Part 2 — Describe a time when you encouraged someone to do something they did not want to do. • who the person was • what you encouraged them to do • how you encouraged them • and explain what the outcome was

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 time when you encouraged someone to do something they did not want to do

who the person was
what you encouraged them to do
how you encouraged them
and explain what the outcome was

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 peer pressure always negative?
What qualities make someone a good motivator?
Are people in your country generally encouraging of each other?

Describe a time when you encouraged someone to do something they did not want to do

How to Structure Your 2-Minute Answer

Part 3 — Follow-up Questions

Related Cue Cards Friends topic