IELTS Speaking tip
Be mindful of your body language and eye contact during speaking.
Vocabulary
- stranger
- discussion
- topic
- insight
- experience
- perspective
- interaction
- environment
- connection
- curiosity
- exchange
- encounter
- stimulating
- anecdote
- impression
Sample Answer
One interesting conversation I had with a stranger took place in a café in Paris while I was traveling alone. I was enjoying a cup of coffee when I noticed an older gentleman sitting at the table next to mine. He seemed friendly, so I struck up a conversation about the book he was reading.
To my delight, the man was an author himself, and we quickly shifted our discussion to literature. He shared fascinating insights about his writing process and the themes that inspire him. For instance, he told me about how his recent novel was inspired by his childhood experiences during the war, which added a personal dimension to our conversation.
What made this conversation particularly interesting was not only the depth of the topics we discussed but also the way our different backgrounds enriched the dialogue. While he had decades of life experience and had traveled extensively, I was able to share my fresh perspectives as a younger person trying to navigate the world. We both left the conversation feeling inspired, as I could sense that I had gained valuable wisdom, and he expressed an appreciation for the enthusiasm of youth.
In conclusion, this interaction with a stranger not only broadened my understanding of literature but also reinforced the idea that interesting conversations can occur in the most unexpected places.
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