IELTS Speaking — Các cụm mở đầu câu cho Band 7.0+

Nhận xét của giáo viên: “Câu hỏi đặt ra là anh đã có thể sử dụng thuần thục và thường xuyên những cấu trúc này trong Nói hay chưa? Không có chuẩn cho nhiều hay ít — quan trọng anh “học” và “dùng” được bao nhiêu. Với những câu này không kèm ví dụ thực tế và ngữ cảnh rõ ràng, nó sẽ chỉ nằm trên giấy nếu mình không áp dụng.” → Vì vậy, MỖI cụm ở dưới đều kèm Examiner Q + Candidate A để học theo ngữ cảnh thật.

Giáo viên dặn thêm: “Quan trọng là consistency. Tăng tiếp xúc với tiếng Anh thông qua các kỹ năng, đều đặn, bền bỉ, không nên vội — vì kỹ năng cần thời gian thẩm thấu.”

→ Học cụm mới mà không duy trì đều thì cũng chỉ là chữ trên giấy. Phía dưới có kế hoạch 30 ngày cụ thể (45 phút/ngày × 4 kỹ năng) để biến cụm thành phản xạ nói.

📥 Tải kế hoạch 30 ngày đầy đủ (DOCX)

Bao gồm tracker 30 ngày để in ra dán bàn + bảng timeline 12 tháng + 5 câu mantra động lực.

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Examiner: Do you like watching films?

You: Oh, I’m a big fan of sci-fi films! I’ve watched almost every Christopher Nolan movie, and Interstellar is still my all-time favorite.

Examiner: Can you remember your first day at school?

You: Yes, I can vividly remember my first day at primary school. My mom held my hand all the way to the gate, and I burst into tears the moment she had to leave.

Examiner: Do you prefer summer or winter?

You: It’s hard to choose but I would go with summer, mainly because I love going to the beach and the long daylight hours make me feel more energetic.

Examiner: Do you enjoy cooking?

You: To be honest with you, I’m not really into cooking. I usually order food online because it saves me a lot of time after work.

Examiner: What’s your favorite color?

You: Well, that’s an interesting question. Let me think… I’d say navy blue — it reminds me of the ocean, and it goes with almost everything in my wardrobe.

Examiner: Can you name a few traditional Vietnamese dishes?

You: Off the top of my head, I’d say phở, bún chả, and bánh mì are the three most iconic ones — they’re what every foreign visitor wants to try first.

Examiner: Do you enjoy travelling?

You: I love travelling. Speaking of which, I just booked a trip to Da Nang next month with my best friend — we’ve been planning it since January.

Examiner: Do you prefer studying alone or in a group?

You: It really depends on the subject. For maths, I prefer studying alone, but for languages, group study helps me practise speaking much faster.

Examiner: Do you think reading books is still important today?

You: Mmm, I think yes, definitely because books help develop critical thinking and imagination in ways that short videos simply can’t match.

Examiner: Did you enjoy school when you were younger?

You: I wouldn’t say that I hated school, but I definitely preferred weekends. The strict schedule and uniforms weren’t really my thing.

Examiner: How has your hometown changed?

You: Compared to my hometown ten years ago, there are now far more shopping malls and cafés, but fewer traditional markets where my grandmother used to take me.

Examiner: How are people’s eating habits changing?

You: There’s been a noticeable shift towards plant-based diets, especially among young urban professionals who care about both health and the environment.

Examiner: How do people communicate with friends today?

You: It used to be that we wrote long letters to friends abroad, but now everyone just sends voice messages on Zalo or WhatsApp — sometimes dozens a day.

Examiner: Describe a memorable trip you’ve taken.

You: There are many trips that I could talk about, however, if I had to pick one, it would be my trip to Sapa last winter — it was my first time seeing real frost in Vietnam.

Examiner: Describe a person who has influenced you.

You: The one that comes to mind first is my high school English teacher, Mrs. Lan. She was the reason I fell in love with the language in the first place.

Examiner: Describe an object you treasure.

You: I’d like to talk about my grandfather’s old wristwatch, which is something really special to me. He wore it every day for over forty years.

Examiner: When did this trip happen?

You: This happened about three years ago, if I remember correctly — right before I started university, so the summer of 2023.

Examiner: Tell me more about the situation.

You: Now, let me give you a bit of background first. I had just moved to Ho Chi Minh City for work, and I knew absolutely nobody in the entire city.

Examiner: What made the holiday so enjoyable?

You: What I particularly loved about it was the local food market — I tried street food I’d never seen before, like grilled pork sausage with sticky rice.

Examiner: Wrapping up your Part 2 answer.

You: All in all, it was such a memorable experience because it pushed me out of my comfort zone and taught me that I’m braver than I thought.

Examiner: Do you think children should learn music?

You: Definitely yes, because music develops creativity, discipline, and emotional intelligence — and those skills carry over into every other area of life.

Examiner: What’s the best way to learn a foreign language?

You: I would say immersion is the most effective method, because you’re forced to use the language in real situations every single day.

Examiner: Is money the key to happiness?

You: No, I don’t think so. For most people, having strong family relationships matters far more than the size of their bank account.

Examiner: Are big cities better than small towns?

You: Personally, it depends on what stage of life you’re in. Young professionals usually thrive in big cities, while families often prefer the calm of small towns.

Examiner: Should the government invest more in space exploration?

You: Many people think no — they argue the money should go to poverty or healthcare — but personally I think yes, because space research often leads to breakthroughs that benefit everyday life, like GPS and weather forecasting.

Examiner: What’s the most pressing issue in education today?

You: From my perspective, it’s the gap between what schools teach and what employers actually need in the workplace — graduates leave with knowledge but no real skills.

Examiner: Will AI replace human teachers?

You: I’m inclined to believe that AI will assist teachers rather than replace them entirely, because the human connection between teacher and student is something no algorithm can replicate.

Examiner: Is social media harmful to teenagers?

You: There’s no denying that excessive social media use can lead to anxiety and low self-esteem in young people — countless studies have confirmed this in recent years.

Examiner: Why is exercise important?

You: It goes without saying that regular exercise improves both physical and mental health. The harder question is how to actually fit it into a busy schedule.

Examiner: Should children use smartphones?

You: On the one hand, smartphones give children access to vast educational resources. On the other hand, they can easily lead to screen addiction if usage isn’t carefully managed by parents.

Examiner: Are zoos ethical?

You: While some people argue that zoos are cruel to animals, I believe that modern zoos play a vital role in conservation — many endangered species would already be extinct without them.

Examiner: What’s the most important quality in a leader?

You: That’s a tricky question, but I’d say empathy — because without it, no leader can truly understand or motivate the people they’re supposed to lead.

Examiner: Why are young people moving to cities?

You: One of the main reasons for this is the lack of well-paid job opportunities in rural areas. Many graduates simply don’t see a future for themselves back home.

Examiner: Why has online shopping grown so fast?

You: This is largely due to the convenience it offers — you can shop 24/7 from your couch and have items delivered to your door the next morning.

Examiner: What happens when air pollution rises?

You: As a result, hospital admissions for respiratory illnesses tend to spike, especially among children and the elderly who are most vulnerable.

Examiner: How has remote work affected cities?

You: This has led to a significant drop in demand for office space in central business districts — many landlords are now converting buildings into apartments.

Examiner: Why do you prefer your hometown?

You: My hometown is quiet, friendly, and the food is amazing. That’s why I always look forward to going back, even for just a weekend.

Examiner: How is technology changing education?

You: Take online learning platforms for example — Coursera and edX have made world-class university courses accessible to anyone with an internet connection.

Examiner: Can policy really change public behavior?

You: A good case in point is Singapore — strict anti-littering laws have turned it into one of the cleanest cities in the world within a single generation.

Examiner: How do hobbies improve well-being?

You: For instance, painting helps me unwind after a long day at work, and it gives me something to genuinely look forward to on weekends.

Examiner: How can travel change your perspective?

You: To give you an example, after living in Japan for a year, I learned to value punctuality and quiet public spaces in a way I never had before.

Examiner: Why is learning English valuable for a career?

You: Just to illustrate my point, three of my colleagues got promoted last year — and all of them had strong English communication skills.

Examiner: Do you think work-life balance is important?

You: I couldn’t agree more. Without balance, even the highest-paying job will eventually burn you out — it’s just a matter of time.

Examiner: Do you think people spend too much time on screens?

You: That’s exactly how I feel — I sometimes catch myself scrolling on my phone for hours without even realising where the time went.

Examiner: Should homework be banned?

You: I see your point, but I think a reasonable amount of homework actually helps students consolidate what they’ve learned in class that day.

Examiner: Are traditional newspapers becoming obsolete?

You: I beg to differ — many older readers still trust print journalism much more than online news, which they often see as biased or unreliable.

Examiner: How do you feel about working from home?

You: I have mixed feelings about this. I love the flexibility and the lack of commute, but I do miss the daily interaction with my colleagues.

Examiner: Final thoughts on AI in education?

You: All things considered, AI is a powerful tool, but it should support rather than replace the human side of teaching — empathy can’t be coded.

Examiner: Is success more important than happiness?

You: At the end of the day, what really matters is whether you wake up feeling fulfilled — and that’s not always the same thing as being conventionally successful.

Examiner: Closing thoughts on environmental protection?

You: To sum it up, protecting the environment is no longer optional — it’s a shared responsibility for individuals, businesses, and governments alike.

Examiner: Closing a Part 2 reflection.

You: …so yes, that’s pretty much how I feel about it — that book really changed the way I see the world, even years after I read it.

Examiner: Wrapping up a Part 3 opinion.

You: …so yeah, that’s basically my take on it — small lifestyle changes can have a much bigger impact than most people realise.

Examiner: Are young people today less polite than before?

You: It seems to me that they’re not actually less polite — they just express respect in different ways, often through social media and shorter conversations.

Examiner: Is fashion important?

You: I tend to think that fashion matters more than people admit, because what we wear often shapes the first impression we make on someone new.

Examiner: Should universities focus more on practical skills?

You: As far as I’m concerned, universities should strike a balance — academic theory builds critical thinking, but practical skills are what actually get graduates hired.

Examiner: What’s the most popular sport in Vietnam?

You: I’m not 100% sure, but I think football is by far the most-watched sport, especially when the national team plays at the SEA Games.

Examiner: Does money buy happiness?

You: To a certain extent, yes — having enough to cover your basic needs reduces stress, but beyond a certain point, more money really doesn’t add much.

Examiner: Are you satisfied with your job?

You: More or less, yes. The work itself is rewarding, though I do wish the hours were a bit more flexible during the busy season.

Examiner: Describe a friend you admire.

You: She is the kind of person who always puts others first — even on her busiest days, she’ll drop everything to help a friend in need.

Examiner: Describe someone who has influenced you.

You: What strikes me most about him is his patience. He never raises his voice, even when his students struggle to understand the same concept for the third time.

Examiner: Talk about a family member you’re close to.

You: My older sister has always been someone who inspires me. Whatever she sets her mind to, she follows through with real discipline and passion.

Examiner: How did you meet your best friend?

You: We met during freshman orientation, and we hit it off right from the start — we both loved indie music and seriously bad horror films.

Examiner: Describe a colleague you enjoy working with.

You: My current team leader has a great sense of humor. He turns even the most stressful Monday morning into something the whole team can laugh about.

Examiner: Describe a teacher you’ll never forget.

You: She really stands out from the crowd because she didn’t just teach English — she taught us how to think critically and challenge our own assumptions.

Examiner: Describe a place you like to visit.

You: It’s tucked away in a quiet alley in District 3, and most tourists would walk right past without even noticing the small wooden sign.

Examiner: Describe a famous place in your city.

You: Ben Thanh Market is right in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City — you can’t miss it if you’re staying anywhere in District 1.

Examiner: Describe a café you like.

You: My favorite café has a really cozy atmosphere — warm yellow lighting, soft jazz in the background, and the smell of freshly ground coffee in the air.

Examiner: Describe a scenic spot.

You: The view from there is absolutely breathtaking — you can see the entire bay stretching out to the horizon, especially when the sun starts to set.

Examiner: Describe a place you discovered.

You: It’s a bit off the beaten track, which is what I love about it — there are no tour buses, just locals quietly going about their daily lives.

Examiner: Describe a place that relaxes you.

You: Whenever I go to the small Buddhist temple near my house, I feel a sense of peace that I honestly can’t find anywhere else in the city.

Examiner: Describe a gift you’ve received.

You: It holds a special place in my heart because my grandfather gave it to me on my 18th birthday — just a few months before he passed away.

Examiner: Describe an old possession of yours.

You: My old leather backpack has been with me through thick and thin — from college all-nighters to backpacking trips across Southeast Asia.

Examiner: Describe an exciting event in your life.

You: I’ll never forget the moment when my name was called at the graduation ceremony — my parents stood up clapping, and four years of hard work suddenly felt worth it.

Examiner: Describe an unforgettable trip.

You: Watching the northern lights in Iceland was a once-in-a-lifetime experience — honestly, no photo I’ve ever seen does it any kind of justice.

Examiner: Reflect on a past experience.

You: At the time it just felt like a summer internship, but looking back, I realize how much it meant to me — it shaped the entire direction of my career.

Examiner: Will electric cars dominate the market?

You: I reckon that in the near future, most new cars sold in major cities will be fully electric — especially as charging stations become more widespread.

Examiner: Will remote work continue to grow?

You: It’s quite likely that hybrid work models will become the new norm, with employees splitting their week between home and the office.

Examiner: Will printed books disappear?

You: There’s a good chance that printed books will become a niche product — much like vinyl records today, appreciated by enthusiasts but no longer mainstream.

Examiner: Will AI handle customer service?

You: I wouldn’t be surprised if, within a decade, most first-line customer service interactions are handled entirely by AI assistants instead of humans.

Examiner: How will cities change in the coming years?

You: In the foreseeable future, I think we’ll see far more car-free zones in city centres, with clear priority given to cyclists and pedestrians.

Examiner: Will single-use plastic be banned?

You: It’s only a matter of time before single-use plastic is banned outright in supermarkets — consumer pressure is already pushing governments in that direction.

Examiner: Are Vietnamese people hospitable?

You: Generally speaking, yes — most Vietnamese families will offer food and drink to a guest within minutes of them stepping through the door.

Examiner: Do people stick to their New Year’s resolutions?

You: More often than not, people abandon their resolutions within the first month — every gym is packed in January and almost empty by mid-February.

Examiner: Are young Vietnamese people optimistic about the future?

You: By and large, young people in Vietnam are quite optimistic — they’ve grown up watching the economy expand rapidly, and they expect that growth to continue.

Examiner: Do students benefit from part-time jobs?

You: In most cases, yes — part-time work teaches time management and gives students a taste of real-world responsibility before they graduate.

Examiner: How early should children start school?

You: As a rule, I think children should begin formal schooling at around six. Starting any earlier puts unnecessary academic pressure on them too soon.

Examiner: How can cities reduce traffic congestion?

You: One way to tackle this issue is to invest heavily in public transport — making it so convenient and affordable that people actually choose it over private cars.

Examiner: How can air pollution be reduced?

You: The government should take steps to phase out old motorbikes and offer real subsidies for citizens who want to switch to electric vehicles.

Examiner: How can we reduce food waste?

You: A possible solution would be to require supermarkets to donate unsold food to local charities instead of throwing perfectly edible items straight into the bin.

Examiner: How would you improve the education system?

You: If I were in charge, I would shift the focus from memorisation to critical thinking — and seriously reduce the number of standardised tests students have to sit.

Examiner: Why do we need stronger environmental laws?

You: It’s high time we treated climate change as a national security issue — every year of delay only makes the eventual cost dramatically higher.

Examiner: How can mental health stigma be reduced?

You: Raising awareness is key to changing public attitudes — honest conversations on TV and social media can help people see therapy as normal, not shameful.

Examiner: Why do people learn a second language?

You: One of the biggest advantages is the doors it opens — better job opportunities, easier travel, and access to a much wider range of media and literature.

Examiner: What about working from home?

You: I love the flexibility. On the downside, it can be really hard to switch off — my laptop is always within arm’s reach, even on weekends.

Examiner: Social media gives a voice to everyone — agree?

You: That’s true — but the flip side of this is that misinformation now spreads faster than ever, and it’s much harder for ordinary users to tell what’s real.

Examiner: What do you think of automation?

You: It’s a double-edged sword — it boosts productivity and removes dangerous jobs, but it also eliminates millions of traditional positions almost overnight.

Examiner: Should everyone learn to code?

You: I’d say the pros outweigh the cons — even a basic understanding of code teaches logical thinking and opens up career options in nearly every industry.

Examiner: How do you stay healthy?

You: I make a point of going for a 30-minute walk every morning, no matter how busy my schedule gets — it keeps my mind clear for the day ahead.

Examiner: How often do you eat out?

You: Every now and then, my friends and I try a new restaurant on the weekend — probably twice a month at most, but never more than that.

Examiner: How do you start your day?

You: It’s part of my daily routine to have a cup of black coffee while reading the news for about 20 minutes before I even open my laptop for work.

Examiner: Do you watch TV?

You: I rarely, if ever, watch traditional TV anymore — almost everything I watch is on YouTube or Netflix, on my own schedule and at my own pace.

Examiner: How often do you exercise?

You: I’d say I work out about four times a week — usually a mix of gym sessions on weekdays and a long outdoor run in the park on Sunday morning.

Examiner: What do you enjoy about your job?

You: What I really love about it is the variety — every project is different, and I’m constantly learning something new from people more experienced than me.

Examiner: How was your trip to Hoi An?

You: It’s absolutely incredible — the lanterns at night, the ancient houses, the food. I’ve already booked another trip back for next month.

Examiner: Is education important?

You: Without a shadow of a doubt, education is the single biggest factor in determining a person’s opportunities and quality of life.

Examiner: Talk about an exhibition you visited.

You: I went to a teamLab exhibition in Tokyo last year, and honestly, it blew my mind — I’d never seen art and technology blended together quite like that.

Examiner: How was your first day at work?

You: It was overwhelming, to say the least — three meetings before lunch, and a stack of onboarding documents to read by Friday afternoon.

Examiner: How long have you lived in HCMC?

You: I’ve lived here for about ten years — or rather, eleven, if you count the year I spent in District 7 before moving to District 3.

Examiner: Clarifying a point in Part 3.

You: …so I think technology is changing friendships. What I mean is, we can stay in touch with more people, but those connections are often much shallower.

Examiner: After saying something unclear.

You: …sorry, that didn’t come out right. Let me rephrase that — what I’m trying to say is that traditional values still matter, but they need to evolve with the times.

Examiner: Reformulating a Part 3 idea.

You: Money can’t really buy happiness — to put it another way, once your basic needs are met, more income doesn’t add much to your overall quality of life.

Examiner: Reformulating during Part 3.

You: …so the issue isn’t really about the technology itself. In other words, it’s about how we choose to use it in our daily lives.