IELTS Speaking Part 2: Describe a time when someone gave you something that you really wanted
Describe a time when someone gave you something that you really wanted
You should say:
What it was
When you received it
Who gave it to you
And explain why you wanted it so much
SUGGESTED ANSWER
What it was:
- A gift from a friend or family member
- A toy you wanted as a child
- A piece of technology or gadget you had been saving up for
- A rare or hard-to-find item
- A book or album you had been wanting to read/listen to
USEFUL PHRASES:
- It was a [describe the item].
- The [item] had been on my wish list for a long time.
- I had wanted the [item] for as long as I could remember.
- It was something I had been saving up for.
- I had been searching for the [item] for ages.
When you received it:
- On a special occasion like a birthday or holiday
- As a surprise gift
- After waiting a long time or going through a difficult period
- When you had given up hope of ever getting it
USEFUL PHRASES:
- I received it on my [birthday/Christmas/graduation/etc.].
- It was a complete surprise when [person] gave it to me.
- I had been going through a tough time, so receiving the [item] was a real pick-me-up.
- I had given up hope of ever getting the [item], so receiving it was an amazing surprise.
Who gave it to you:
- A friend or family member
- A romantic partner
- A colleague or boss
- A stranger or acquaintance who knew you wanted it
USEFUL PHRASES:
- It was a gift from my [friend/mom/dad/etc.].
- My [boyfriend/girlfriend/spouse] surprised me with it.
- It was a reward from my [boss/colleague].
- A [stranger/acquaintance] who knew how much I wanted it gave it to me.
And explain why you wanted it so much:
- It held sentimental value
- It was a symbol of status or accomplishment
- It represented a personal goal or aspiration
- It would bring joy or satisfaction in some way
USEFUL PHRASES:
- It held a lot of sentimental value for me because [explain reason].
- The [item] was a symbol of [status/accomplishment/etc.] that I had been striving for.
- It represented a personal goal of mine, and I was thrilled to finally achieve it.
- I knew that having the [item] would bring me joy/fulfillment/satisfaction because [explain reason].
