Describe an important journey that was delayed. You should say: - why you were making the journey - why the journey was important - why the journey was delayed - and explain how you felt about the delay.

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IELTS Speaking tip

Record yourself speaking on various topics and listen for areas of improvement.

Vocabulary

  • journey
  • delay
  • importance
  • destination
  • travel
  • experience
  • obstacle
  • anticipation
  • emotion
  • frustration
  • adventure
  • reflection
  • decision
  • impact
  • situation

Sample Answer

One important journey that I experienced which was unexpectedly delayed was when I was traveling to attend my sister's wedding. This event was significant for our family, and I had been looking forward to it for several months. My sister was marrying her college sweetheart, and I was thrilled to be part of this celebration, as I was tasked with giving a heartfelt speech during the reception. Unfortunately, the journey faced a substantial delay due to severe weather conditions. On the day of my flight, a heavy snowstorm hit the region, resulting in multiple flight cancellations and significant disruptions at the airport. I could see many frustrated travelers around me, and I felt a rising sense of anxiety since the wedding was set to take place just a day after my originally scheduled arrival. The delay left me feeling quite stressed; I was anxious about missing the wedding preparations and potentially my speech. However, I also recognized that some things are beyond our control. I used the extra time at the airport to connect with family through video calls, which eased my worries slightly. Ultimately, I found a later flight and made it to the wedding in time, which was a massive relief. This experience taught me about the unpredictability of life and the importance of adaptability.

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