IELTS Speaking Part 2: Describe a time when you taught a friend or relative something useful (cooking,.)

Describe a time when you taught a friend or relative something useful (cooking,.)
You should say:
Who you taught
What/how you taught
What the result was
And explain how you felt about the experience

Useful Vocabulary and Expressions

1. Who you taught:

• Vocabulary: friend, relative, family member, companion, acquaintance
• Expressions:
  • “I taught my…”
  • “The person I helped was…”
  • “I decided to teach…”

2. What/how you taught:

• Vocabulary: skills, techniques, methods, instructions, demonstration
• Expressions:
  • “I showed them how to…”
  • “The skill I taught was…”
  • “My teaching method involved…”

3. What the result was:

• Vocabulary: outcome, result, achievement, success, improvement
• Expressions:
  • “The result of this lesson was…”
  • “As a result, they were able to…”
  • “The outcome of my teaching was…”

4. How you felt about the experience:

• Vocabulary: feelings, emotions, thoughts, reflections, satisfaction
• Expressions:
  • “I felt…”
  • “The experience was…”
  • “This teaching experience made me realize…”

Collocations

1. teaching method
2. practical skills
3. useful knowledge
4. step-by-step instructions
5. hands-on experience
6. successful outcome
7. positive result
8. learning process
9. rewarding experience
10. sense of accomplishment

Sample Answer

I taught my younger sister how to cook a basic meal. The person I helped was eager to learn some practical skills in the kitchen, especially since she was about to move out for college.

The skill I taught was cooking spaghetti Bolognese. My teaching method involved giving her step-by-step instructions on how to prepare the ingredients, cook the sauce, and boil the pasta. I showed her how to chop vegetables, measure spices, and monitor the cooking process. We went through each step together, ensuring she got some hands-on experience.

The result of this lesson was that she successfully cooked the meal on her own. As a result, she was able to prepare a delicious spaghetti Bolognese that we both enjoyed for dinner. The outcome of my teaching was very positive as she felt more confident in her cooking abilities and looked forward to trying more recipes on her own.

I felt incredibly proud and satisfied about the experience. The teaching process made me realize how much I enjoyed sharing useful knowledge and helping others develop new skills. It was a rewarding experience that gave me a sense of accomplishment. Seeing her success and confidence grow was truly fulfilling, and it reinforced the importance of patience and clear instructions in the learning process. This experience also strengthened our bond as siblings and left us with a memorable and enjoyable shared activity.