IELTS Speaking 2025 Part 1: Neighbors

Useful expressions:
- “I see my neighbours quite often because…”
- “It depends on the situation, but usually…”
- “I don’t see them much since…”
Grammar structure: Present simple & frequency adverbs
Sample answer:
- 👀 I see my neighbours quite often because we live in the same apartment building and bump into each other in the elevator. Sometimes, we chat for a few minutes, but other times, we just exchange smiles and move on with our day.

Useful expressions:
- “I know some of them quite well, especially…”
- “To be honest, I don’t know them very well because…”
- “We’ve had a few conversations about…”
Grammar structure: Present simple & levels of familiarity
Sample answer:
- 🏡 I know some of them quite well, especially the elderly couple next door. They are very friendly, and we often have small talks when we meet in the hallway. But to be honest, I don’t know them very well because everyone is usually busy with their own lives.

Useful expressions:
- “Yes, we get along well because…”
- “Not really, because…”
- “We respect each other’s space, which is why…”
Grammar structure: Present simple & giving reasons
Sample answer:
- 😊 Yes, we get along well because we always greet each other and sometimes exchange small favors, like watering plants or receiving parcels. We respect each other’s space, which is why there are no conflicts.

Useful expressions:
- “Yes, I once helped my neighbour by…”
- “I remember a time when…”
- “It was a small favor, but…”
Grammar structure: Past simple & describing past experiences
Sample answer:
- 🤝 Yes, I once helped my neighbour by carrying their groceries upstairs when the elevator was out of order. I remember a time when my neighbour’s cat escaped, and I helped them find it. It was a small favor, but they were really grateful, and it made me feel good to help!