IELTS Speaking 2025 Part 1: Apps

1. What kinds of apps do you like?

• Useful expressions:
  • “I mostly use apps that help me with…”
  • “I’m really into entertainment apps like…”
  • “Productivity apps are also useful because they help me…”
• Grammar structure: Present Simple for general habits and preferences.
• Sample answer:
  I mostly use apps that help me with daily tasks and entertainment. For example, I use social media apps like Instagram and TikTok to stay connected with friends and keep up with trends. I’m really into entertainment apps like Spotify for music and Netflix for watching movies and TV shows. Productivity apps are also useful because they help me stay organized, manage my time, and take notes on the go.

2. What was the first app you used?

• Useful expressions:
  • “If I remember correctly, the first app I used was…”
  • “Back then, smartphones were not as advanced, so most apps were quite simple, like…”
  • “I found it really interesting because…”
• Grammar structure: Past Simple for past experiences and Past Continuous for setting the scene.
• Sample answer:
  If I remember correctly, the first app I used was Facebook, back when I got my first smartphone. At that time, social media was becoming really popular, and I was excited to connect with friends online. Back then, smartphones were not as advanced, so most apps were quite simple, like basic games or messaging apps. I found it really interesting because it was my first experience with digital communication and social networking.

3. What apps have you used recently?

• Useful expressions:
  • “Recently, I’ve been using a lot of…”
  • “One app I use almost every day is…”
  • “I also downloaded a new app called…, which helps me…”
• Grammar structure: Present Perfect for recent experiences and Present Simple for frequent habits.
• Sample answer:
  Recently, I’ve been using a lot of messaging apps like WhatsApp and Telegram to communicate with friends and family. One app I use almost every day is Google Maps because it helps me navigate when I go to new places. I also downloaded a new app called Duolingo, which helps me practice learning new languages in a fun and interactive way.

4. What kinds of apps would you like to use in the future?

• Useful expressions:
  • “In the future, I’d love to try apps that focus on…”
  • “I think AI-powered apps will be really interesting because…”
  • “I’m also curious about virtual reality apps that allow users to…”
• Grammar structure: Future forms (would like to, will, going to) for predictions and preferences.
• Sample answer:
  In the future, I’d love to try apps that focus on personal development, like language-learning or skill-building apps. I think AI-powered apps will be really interesting because they can provide personalized recommendations and make learning more interactive. I’m also curious about virtual reality apps that allow users to experience different places and situations without actually being there, like virtual travel or immersive gaming.