Is it different from what you had in mind?

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IELTS Speaking tip

Practice improvising answers to unexpected questions.

Vocabulary

  • perspective
  • expectation
  • experience
  • concept
  • impression
  • interpretation
  • response
  • perception
  • reality
  • consideration
  • aspect
  • assessment
  • evaluation
  • comparison
  • conclusion

Sample Answer

Yes, it is different from what I imagined. I thought it would be more challenging, but it’s surprisingly enjoyable. I’ve discovered new interests and met great people, which has made the experience much more fulfilling than I expected.

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