Part 2

Band 4+: Describe a time when you helped someone

See all user-submitted answers on this topic

Skyrocket your IELTS band score by 1-2 points in under a month with our premium plan!

Note: Both the topic and the answer were submitted by one of our users.

56% Accuracy The overall pronunciation accuracy of your speech, reflecting how well a native speaker can comprehend it.

Polished transcript:

Male Female

Okay, I can describe a time I helped a friend named Alice. Alice was going through a difficult time when her parents were struggling. She was feeling sad and overwhelmed. I considered her a friend who needed support in that moment. I wanted to be there for her because I care about her. I spent time with her, listened to her, and offered encouragement. It was a tough time for her, but I'm glad I could be there for her. This happened about four months ago, and her parents are doing better now. They've found a way to move forward.

Actual audio transcript (What native speakers are likely to hear):

Okay, I described the time I hope someone in this sk I hope Alice. Alice isals my friend Aliz is a difficult moment. When your parents struggled to polonium because she was sad and reproceed. Uh I consider her need a person that support in this moment. Uh, I partnered with her in this moment because I love my again for this reason interest that he her fine and now the process science was four months ago uh, at the parents strugel uh, because they find a, um, major future.

Tips: Click on each word to see feedback.

Speaking Time: 40 seconds

Check Your Own Answer On This Topic?

Check My Answer

Generate A Band-9 Sample With Your Idea?

Generate A Sample

Overall Band Score

4.5

(+/- 0.5)

Vocabulary Complexity:
A2 - Upper Beginner
Consider using more varied and advanced words.

Vocabulary Repetition:

time: 4

friend: 2

alice: 2

parents: 2

there: 2

about: 2

Try using synonyms for the above words

Pronunciation

Your pronunciation is average. It is understandable but not always accurate. Focusing on the rhythm and stress patterns of English could prove beneficial.

Task Response

The student struggles to articulate the situation clearly. While they mention helping a friend, the details are unclear and the story lacks a clear beginning, middle, and end. The student needs to focus on providing a more coherent narrative with specific details about the situation and their actions.

Fluency & Coherence

The student's speech is hesitant and disjointed, with frequent pauses and repetitions. The story lacks a clear structure and flow, making it difficult to follow. The student needs to practice speaking more fluently and organizing their thoughts in a logical manner.

Lexical Resource

The student uses some basic vocabulary but struggles with more complex expressions. There are instances of incorrect word choices and unclear phrasing. The student needs to expand their vocabulary and practice using words accurately and effectively.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The student makes several grammatical errors, including incorrect verb tenses, articles, and prepositions. The sentence structure is often awkward and unclear. The student needs to improve their grammatical accuracy and practice using a wider range of grammatical structures.

Answers On The Same Topic:

Describe a time when you helped someone

One person I regularly help is my grandmother, I visit her every week, usually on the weekend, and I help her with different tasks around the house that include cleaning, doing the laundry, helping in the garden, and sometimes cooking meals together. She’s getting older, so it’s a bit harder for her to manage everything […]

Band 8+

Describe a time when you helped someone

One time I helped my friend prepare for her English exam. She was really struggling with writing essays, so I offered to guide her through the process. First, I explained how to structure an essay properly and give her some useful vocabulary. Then we practiced writing together and I correct her mistake while giving her […]

Band 8+

Describe a time when you helped someone

I’d like to talk about a time when I held my friend prepared for an important job interview. A few months ago, my friend was applying for a position at a big company, and he was quite nervous about the interview process. He wasn’t very confident in his speaking skills, especially in English. Since the […]

Band 8+

Describe a time when you helped someone

I remember a time when I helped a close relative of mine even though he is not very close to me by blood but we had very strong bonding and by the time he asked me for help I had known him for years. He was having pretty inconvenient times because he couldn’t accumulate the […]

Band 7+

Describe a time when you helped someone

If I am not mistaken, it was two years ago when one of my friends lost her job. During that time I was working as an administration assistant. I gave her my hand by offering the job which was available at my workplace. She was eager to come and participate in the interview which ended […]

Band 7+

See All

Describe a friend who has played an important part in your life. You should say: who he/she is how you two met how long you two have known each other and explain what important part he/she has played in your life.

To be honest, I have encountered several individuals throughout my life. However, one of the most compassionate ones is my friend, with whom I got to know each other in primary school. In fact, I am impressed by her personality and attitudes regarding our long-lasting friendship. We have been friends for over 15 years. Therefore, […]

Band 7+

Describe an arts or entertainment event that you have attended. You should say: - What kind of event it was - Where it was held - What impression it had on you And explain whether or not you enjoyed it.

I’d like to talk about a theatrical performance I attended recently. It was a production of a classic place, the glass managerie. And it was held at the Hanoi Opera House. Since I don’t actually live in Hanoi, it was quite a special trip for us to travel there specifically for this event. The reason […]

Band 7+

Describe a piece of technology (not a phone ) that you would like to own

I never had an image that I would be so fascinated by a piece of technology that isn’t a phone, but one day while drawing I felt to myself, why shouldn’t I get an iPad? Having realized the potential of digital art, I immediately started researching it online and discovered that the price varies from […]

Band 7+

What was the first game you ever played? Where and when did you it? How did you feel when playing? To what extent do you believe video games have an impact on the youth?

Well, these interesting questions that I actually have a few things that are coming to my mind right now but I think I will have to talk about one in particular. To make my point color, it will be better to start by telling an event that happened a while ago and as it is, […]

Band 6+

See All

Band 4+: Describe a time when you helped someone

Check Your Own Answer On This Topic?

Generate A Band-9 Sample With Your Idea?

Overall Band Score

Pronunciation

Task Response

Fluency & Coherence

Lexical Resource

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

Answers On The Same Topic:

Describe a time when you helped someone

Describe a time when you helped someone

Describe a time when you helped someone

Describe a time when you helped someone

Describe a time when you helped someone

Other Topics:

Describe a friend who has played an important part in your life. You should say: who he/she is how you two met how long you two have known each other and explain what important part he/she has played in your life.

Describe an arts or entertainment event that you have attended. You should say: - What kind of event it was - Where it was held - What impression it had on you And explain whether or not you enjoyed it.

Describe a piece of technology (not a phone ) that you would like to own

What was the first game you ever played? Where and when did you it? How did you feel when playing? To what extent do you believe video games have an impact on the youth?

Describe a goal you are determined to achieve in the next 5 years. You should say: - What the goal entails - When you hope to start - What would be your first step? And explain why this particular goal is important to you.

Describe a time you tried something completely new and outside of your comfort zone. You should say: - What you tried - Where and when you did it - Who you did it with (if anyone) And explain what the experience taught you about yourself.

Check Your Own Answer On This Topic?

Generate A Band-9 Sample With Your Idea?

Overall Band Score

Pronunciation

Task Response

Fluency & Coherence

Lexical Resource

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

Answers On The Same Topic:

Other Topics:

Plans & Pricing

Free

Premium