IELTS Speaking tip
Use examples from personal experience to make your answers more relatable.
Vocabulary
- queue
- experience
- anticipation
- impatience
- frustration
- patience
- event
- situation
- duration
- service
- customer
- activity
- waiting
- emotion
- environment
Sample Answer
One of the most memorable times I had to wait in a long line was at a popular music concert last summer. The concert took place at an outdoor amphitheater known for hosting big-name artists. When my friends and I arrived, we were excited but quickly realized the line to get inside stretched over a hundred meters!
We were waiting to see our favorite band perform live, which made the wait a bit more bearable. However, the line moved at a snail's pace due to security checks and the sheer volume of fans. In total, we waited for almost two hours. Initially, I felt patient and optimistic, sharing snacks and jokes with my friends. We even exchanged stories about our favorite songs, which helped pass the time.
As time dragged on, though, my excitement began to wane. The heat made it quite uncomfortable, and I started to feel a bit frustrated, wondering if we’d actually make it to see the concert. However, once we were finally inside and positioned near the stage, all those feelings of discomfort faded away. In hindsight, while waiting was exhausting, it became a part of the entire experience and added to the thrill of finally seeing the performance I had anticipated for so long. This teaches me that sometimes patience can lead to truly unforgettable moments.
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