IELTS Speaking 2025 Part 2&3: Describe an object that you think is beautiful.

IELTS Speaking Part 2 Cue Card

Describe an object that you think is beautiful.

You should say:

• What it is

• Where you saw it

• What it looks like
  And explain why you think it is beautiful.

Speaking Expressions

• To be honest… (Thành thật mà nói…)

• I couldn’t take my eyes off it… (Tôi không thể rời mắt khỏi nó…)

• It totally blew me away… (Nó làm tôi choáng ngợp…)

• The more I looked, the more I loved it… (Càng nhìn tôi càng thích…)

• It just speaks to me… (Nó như đang “nói chuyện” với tôi…)

Ideas & Collocations

• Intricate patterns (hoa văn tinh xảo)

• Hand‑painted ceramic vase (bình gốm vẽ tay)

• Glossy lacquer finish (lớp sơn mài bóng loáng)

• Cultural symbolism (biểu tượng văn hoá)

• Timeless beauty (vẻ đẹp vượt thời gian)

Sample Answer

To be honest, the most beautiful object I’ve come across recently is a hand‑painted ceramic vase from Bát Tràng village. I spotted it at a small artisan stall in Hanoi’s weekend night market, and I couldn’t take my eyes off it the moment the seller unwrapped it. It wasn’t huge or anything—maybe the height of my forearm—but the intricate patterns of lotus petals swirling around the body were just stunning. The vase had this subtle cream background with a glossy lacquer finish that caught the light and made the blues and golds pop.

It totally blew me away because every brushstroke felt deliberate; you could literally see where the artist lifted the brush, leaving tiny variations that gave the whole thing character. The neck of the vase tapered gently, almost like a flower bud about to bloom, and the base had delicate crackle glazing that added a vintage vibe. Honestly, the more I looked, the more I loved it—there were layers of cultural symbolism hidden in the design: the lotus for purity, the carp for perseverance. It wasn’t just pretty; it told a story.

I think it’s beautiful for a few reasons. First, it screams timeless beauty—it could sit in a modern apartment or an old Vietnamese wooden house and still look right at home. Second, it just speaks to me emotionally; it reminds me of my grandmother’s old porcelain bowls and all those meals we shared. And third, it represents real craftsmanship in a world of mass-produced stuff. Holding it, I felt connected to the artist, the village, and a slice of Vietnamese culture that you can literally put on your shelf. That mix of skill, history, and heart is what makes it beautiful to me.

IELTS Speaking Part 3 Questions

1. Do you think there are more beautiful things now than in the past? Why?

2. What beautiful scenic spots are there in your country?

3. Where do people usually encounter beautiful things?

4. Why do people create beautiful things?

5. Does Vietnam have many places of natural beauty?

6. What are the benefits for people when they visit places of natural beauty in Vietnam?

Question 1

Speaking Expressions:

• On the whole… (Nhìn chung…)

• You could say… (Có thể nói…)

• At the same time… (Đồng thời…)

Ideas & Collocations:

• Mass‑produced aesthetics (thẩm mỹ sản xuất hàng loạt)

• Digital design tools (công cụ thiết kế số)

• Nostalgic charm (vẻ đẹp hoài cổ)

Sample Answer:
On the whole, you could say we see more “beautiful things” now because digital design tools let creators produce stunning visuals quickly. At the same time, a lot of it feels like mass‑produced aesthetics, so it can blur together. The past had fewer objects, but many had that nostalgic charm and were handmade with love. So yeah, we’ve got quantity now, but quality still depends on the maker. For me, both eras have their own kind of beauty.

Question 2

Speaking Expressions:

• Off the top of my head… (Nghĩ ngay ra thì…)

• You can’t miss… (Bạn không thể bỏ lỡ…)

• It’s famous for… (Nơi đó nổi tiếng vì…)

Ideas & Collocations:

• Terraced rice fields (ruộng bậc thang)

• Karst formations (địa hình núi đá vôi)

• Pristine beaches (bãi biển hoang sơ)

Sample Answer:
Off the top of my head, you can’t miss Sapa’s terraced rice fields and Ha Long Bay’s magical karst formations. Down south, Phu Quoc and Con Dao boast pristine beaches and crystal water. Hue has poetic rivers and ancient citadels that are gorgeous at sunset. Even the Mekong Delta’s floating markets are visually stunning in their own rustic way. Honestly, Vietnam is packed with eye candy from north to south.

Question 3

Speaking Expressions:

• These days… (Dạo này…)

• Believe it or not… (Tin hay không thì…)

• It can pop up… (Nó có thể xuất hiện…)

Ideas & Collocations:

• Social media feeds (bảng tin mạng xã hội)

• Urban street art (nghệ thuật đường phố đô thị)

• Nature trails (đường mòn thiên nhiên)

Sample Answer:
These days, people bump into beautiful things everywhere—on their social media feeds, in cafés with cool décor, even in random urban street art under a flyover. Believe it or not, a morning walk can surprise you with a sunrise or a flower-lined alley. At the weekend, it can pop up on nature trails around the outskirts of the city. Beauty isn’t just in galleries anymore; it’s woven into daily life if you pay attention.

Question 4

Speaking Expressions:

• Honestly speaking… (Thật lòng mà nói…)

• It’s a way to… (Đó là cách để…)

• Deep down… (Sâu thẳm bên trong…)

Ideas & Collocations:

• Self‑expression (tự thể hiện)

• Emotional resonance (sự cộng hưởng cảm xúc)

• Collective identity (bản sắc cộng đồng)

Sample Answer:
Honestly speaking, people create beautiful things because it’s a way to show who they are—self‑expression at its core. They want their work to have emotional resonance, to make others feel something. Deep down, humans also crave recognition and connection. Beautiful things can strengthen collective identity, like national costumes or folk songs. Plus, let’s be real, beauty sells—there’s a practical angle too.

Question 5

Speaking Expressions:

• No doubt about it… (Không còn nghi ngờ gì…)

• You just have to look at… (Bạn chỉ cần nhìn vào…)

• It’s bursting with… (Nó tràn ngập…)

Ideas & Collocations:

• UNESCO World Heritage sites (di sản thế giới UNESCO)

• Breathtaking landscapes (cảnh quan ngoạn mục)

• Biodiversity hotspots (điểm nóng đa dạng sinh học)

Sample Answer:
No doubt about it, Vietnam has loads of natural beauty. You just have to look at Ha Long Bay and Phong Nha–Ke Bang—both UNESCO World Heritage sites. The country’s breathtaking landscapes range from high mountains to endless coastlines. The Central Highlands and national parks are biodiversity hotspots. It’s bursting with diverse scenery that keeps surprising even locals.

Question 6

Speaking Expressions:

• For one thing… (Trước hết là…)

• It helps you recharge… (Nó giúp bạn nạp lại năng lượng…)

• You walk away feeling… (Bạn rời đi với cảm giác…)

Ideas & Collocations:

• Stress relief (giảm căng thẳng)

• Sense of awe (cảm giác choáng ngợp)

• Physical well‑being (sức khỏe thể chất)

Sample Answer:
For one thing, visiting natural spots gives instant stress relief and it helps you recharge after a hectic week. Fresh air and movement boost your physical well‑being. Standing on a cliff or by a waterfall can give you a real sense of awe, which is good for mental health. You also bond with friends or family on the trip. You walk away feeling lighter, happier, and way more connected to nature.