IELTS Speaking Part 2: Describe a piece of furniture in your home that you particularly like.
Describe a piece of furniture in your home that you particularly like.
You should say:
• What the furniture looks like
• Where it is placed in your home
• How you got it or who chose it
And explain why this piece of furniture is special to you.
Useful Vocabulary and Expressions
1. What the furniture looks like:
- Vocabulary: design, material, color, style, features
- Expressions:
- “The piece of furniture I particularly like is…”
- “It has a design that is…”
- “The color of the furniture is…”
2. Where it is placed in your home:
- Vocabulary: located, situated, positioned, placed, found
- Expressions:
- “It is located in…”
- “The furniture is situated in…”
- “You can find it in…”
3. How you got it or who chose it:
- Vocabulary: purchased, bought, inherited, gifted, selected
- Expressions:
- “I got it when…”
- “It was chosen by…”
- “I inherited it from…”
4. Explain why this piece of furniture is special to you:
- Vocabulary: significant, important, meaningful, cherished, valuable
- Expressions:
- “This piece of furniture is special to me because…”
- “It holds a significant place in my home because…”
- “I cherish it due to…”
Collocations
- antique furniture
- living room centerpiece
- family heirloom
- elegant design
- cozy corner
- handcrafted details
- sentimental value
- favorite spot
- comfortable seating
- cherished memories
Sample Answer
The piece of furniture I particularly like is a vintage wooden rocking chair. It has an elegant design with handcrafted details and a rich, dark brown finish. The backrest and seat are made of woven cane, and the armrests are gently curved, giving it a classic and timeless look.
It is located in the cozy corner of our living room, right next to a large window that overlooks the garden. This spot gets plenty of natural light during the day, making it the perfect place to relax and read a book or enjoy a cup of tea.
I inherited this rocking chair from my grandmother. It has been in our family for generations and was originally my great-grandmother’s favorite chair. My grandmother used to tell me stories about how she would sit in this chair and knit for hours. When she passed away, she left it to me, and I have cherished it ever since.
This piece of furniture is special to me because it is a family heirloom with a lot of sentimental value. It holds a significant place in my home because it reminds me of my grandmother and the many happy moments we shared. I cherish it due to the cherished memories associated with it, and it continues to be my favorite spot to unwind and relax. The rocking chair not only adds a touch of elegance to our living room but also serves as a beautiful reminder of my family’s history and the love we have for one another.
