IELTS Speaking part 1 sample - Public transport

Trong bài viết này chúng ta sẽ cùng nhau trả lời các câu hỏi trong phần thi IELTS Speaking part 1 với topic Public transport nhé. 

Câu hỏi thường gặp

Dưới đây là các câu hỏi bạn có thể gặp trong phần thi IELTS Speaking part 1 với topic Public transport:

• What’s the most popular means of transportation in your hometown?

• Is driving to work popular in your country?

• Do you (people) prefer public transportation or private transportation?

• How do you go to work or school?

• Will you use public transport more in the future?

• Will there be more people taking public transportation in the future

Từ vựng IELTS hữu ích

Dưới đây là một số từ vựng/cụm từ siêu thực tế, giúp bạn “tỏa sáng” khi nói về giao thông công cộng, đặc biệt là phù hợp với tình hình giao thông tại Việt Nam chúng ta nè:

• hectic bus /ˈhektɪk bʌs/: xe buýt náo loạn

• weave through traffic /wiːv θruː ˈtræfɪk/: luồn lách qua giao thông

• budget-friendly /ˈbʌdʒɪt ˈfrendli/: tiết kiệm ngân sách

• stuffed to the brim /stʌft tə ðə brɪm/: chật kín

• peak hour madness /piːk ˈaʊər ˈmædnəs/: điên cuồng giờ cao điểm

• eco-conscious /ˌiːkoʊ ˈkɒnʃəs/: ý thức bảo vệ môi trường

• daily commute /ˈdeɪli kəˈmjuːt/: hành trình hàng ngày

• bumpy ride /ˈbʌmpi raɪd/: chuyến đi xóc nảy

• packed like sardines /pækt laɪk ˈsɑːrdiːnz/: đông như cá mòi

• trustworthy service /ˈtrʌstwɜːrði ˈsɜːrvɪs/: dịch vụ đáng tin

• ticket prices /ˈtɪkɪt ˈpraɪsɪz/: giá vé

• traffic jam hell /ˈtræfɪk dʒæm hel/: địa ngục tắc đường

• zip around town /zɪp əˈraʊnd taʊn/: phóng quanh thành phố

• high-tech trains /ˌhaɪ ˈtek treɪnz/: tàu công nghệ cao

• on-the-dot timing /ɒn ðə dɒt ˈtaɪmɪŋ/: đúng giờ tuyệt đối

• fuel-smart /ˈfjuːəl smɑːrt/: tiết kiệm nhiên liệu

• jump on a ride /dʒʌmp ɒn ə raɪd/: nhảy lên chuyến xe

• urban jungle /ˈɜːrbən ˈdʒʌŋɡl/: rừng đô thị

• slash emissions /slæʃ ɪˈmɪʃnz/: cắt giảm khí thải

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Sample Answers

1. What’s the most popular means of transportation in your hometown?

Band 6.0-6.5 - Sample Answer 1

In my hometown, motorbikes are super popular. Everyone has one, even my friends at school! They’re cheap and fast to go around. Some people use buses, but they’re not as common because my area is far from the city. 

• Useful vocabulary:

  • super popular /ˈsuːpər ˈpɒpjələr/: cực kỳ phổ biến

  • cheap and fast /tʃiːp ənd fæst/: rẻ và nhanh

  • not as common /nɒt æz ˈkɒmən/: không phổ biến bằng

Band 7.0-7.5 - Sample Answer 2

Motorbikes are hands-down the king of my hometown, Sài Gòn! You see them darting through traffic on Nguyễn Trãi like it’s a race. Buses are picking up steam, though—those new ones on Lê Lợi are pretty comfy, but nothing beats a bike for scooting around the city maze. 

• Useful vocabulary:

  • hands-down /ˈhændz daʊn/: rõ ràng, không tranh cãi

  • dart through traffic /dɑːrt θruː ˈtræfɪk/: lách qua giao thông

  • city maze /ˈsɪti meɪz/: mê cung thành phố

Band 8.0-8.5 - Sample Answer 3

In Hanoi, motorbikes reign supreme, weaving through the city maze with an almost poetic chaos. Their pocket-friendly appeal and agility make them indispensable, though public buses, bolstered by the likes of the BRT, are carving out a niche for those craving a less frenetic commute. It’s a vibrant tug-of-war between tradition and progress. 

• Useful vocabulary:

  • reign supreme /reɪn səˈpriːm/: thống trị tuyệt đối

  • pocket-friendly /ˈpɒkɪt ˈfrendli/: thân thiện với túi tiền

  • carve out a niche /kɑːrv aʊt ə niːʃ/: tạo ra chỗ đứng

2. Is driving to work popular in your country?

Band 6.0-6.5 - Sample Answer 1

Not really, driving to work isn’t very popular. Most people use motorbikes because they’re cheaper and faster. Cars are for rich people, and traffic is bad, so motorbikes are better. 

• Useful vocabulary:

  • not really /nɒt ˈrɪəli/: không hẳn

  • cheaper and faster /ˈtʃiːpər ənd ˈfæstər/: rẻ và nhanh hơn

  • traffic is bad /ˈtræfɪk ɪz bæd/: giao thông tệ

Band 7.0-7.5 - Sample Answer 2

Driving to work? Nah, it’s not the vibe in Vietnam. Motorbikes rule because they’re fuel-thrifty and can slip through traffic snarls on Xa Lộ Hà Nội like nobody’s business. Cars are more of a status thing—you see them stuck in rush hour frenzy, while I’m zipping by on my Honda Wave! 

• Useful vocabulary:

  • fuel-thrifty /ˈfjuːəl ˈθrɪfti/: tiết kiệm nhiên liệu

  • traffic snarl /ˈtræfɪk snɑːrl/: tình trạng tắc đường

  • rush hour frenzy /rʌʃ ˈaʊər ˈfrenzi/: cơn sốt giờ cao điểm

Band 8.0-8.5 - Sample Answer 3

Driving to work enjoys a certain cachet among Vietnam’s urban elite, offering comfort and prestige. Yet, it’s far from mainstream—motorbikes, with their fuel-thrifty prowess, dominate due to the sheer impracticality of cars in Hanoi’s traffic snarls. The gridlock on Kim Mã has convinced me that two wheels trump four in this chaotic ballet of commuters. 

• Useful vocabulary:

  • enjoys a certain cachet /ɪnˈdʒɔɪz ə ˈsɜːrtn kæˈʃeɪ/: có một sức hút nhất định

  • sheer impracticality /ʃɪr ɪmˌpræktɪˈkæləti/: sự bất tiện rõ ràng

  • trump /trʌmp/: vượt trội hơn

3. Do you (people) prefer public transportation or private transportation?

Band 6.0-6.5 - Sample Answer 1

I think people like motorbikes more because they’re fast and easy to use. Public transport like buses is okay, but it’s crowded, and you have to wait a lot. Motorbikes are better for me. 

• Useful vocabulary:

  • fast and easy /fæst ənd ˈiːzi/: nhanh và dễ

  • crowded /ˈkraʊdɪd/: đông đúc

  • have to wait /hæv tə weɪt/: phải chờ

Band 7.0-7.5 - Sample Answer 2

Most folks in Sài Gòn are all about motorbikes—they let you scoot around the city maze without breaking a sweat. Public transport’s cool, though, especially those new buses on Võ Văn Kiệt. They’re cheap, but crammed to the gills during rush hour, so I stick to my bike for the freedom! 

• Useful vocabulary:

  • scoot around /skuːt əˈraʊnd/: phóng vèo khắp nơi

  • crammed to the gills /kræmd tə ðə ɡɪlz/: chật ních

  • stick to /stɪk tə/: trung thành với

Band 8.0-8.5 - Sample Answer 3

Preferences in Vietnam lean heavily towards private transportation—motorbikes, to be precise—for their unrivaled agility in navigating Hanoi’s chaotic arteries. Yet, I’ve noticed a growing affinity for public transport among eco-warriors, drawn to the rock-solid service of buses and the futuristic allure of the Cát Linh-Hà Đông metro. For me, it’s a toss-up: the thrill of a motorbike versus the calm of a comfy ride. 

• Useful vocabulary:

  • unrivaled agility /ʌnˈraɪvəld əˈdʒɪləti/: sự linh hoạt vô song

  • eco-warrior /ˈiːkoʊ ˈwɒriər/: chiến binh bảo vệ môi trường

  • toss-up /ˈtɒs ʌp/: ngang ngửa, khó chọn

4. How do you go to work or school?

Band 6.0-6.5 - Sample Answer 1

I ride my motorbike to school every day. It’s fast, and I don’t need to wait for the bus. Sometimes I take a bus if it’s raining, but my motorbike is more fun. 

• Useful vocabulary:

  • ride my motorbike /raɪd maɪ ˈmoʊtərbaɪk/: đi xe máy

  • more fun /mɔːr fʌn/: vui hơn

  • if it’s raining /ɪf ɪts ˈreɪnɪŋ/: nếu trời mưa

Band 7.0-7.5 - Sample Answer 2

I zip to uni on my motorbike—it’s the only way to dart through traffic on Cách Mạng Tháng Tám without losing my sanity! On days when I’m broke or it’s pouring, I’ll catch a ride on a bus. Those new ones on Nguyễn Thị Minh Khai are comfy, but man, rush hour turns them into a sardine tin! 

• Useful vocabulary:

  • dart through traffic /dɑːrt θruː ˈtræfɪk/: lách qua giao thông

  • catch a ride /kætʃ ə raɪd/: bắt chuyến xe

  • sardine tin /ˈsɑːrdiːn tɪn/: đông như hộp cá mòi

Band 8.0-8.5 - Sample Answer 3

My daily slog to the office usually involves my motorbike, which lets me weave through Hanoi’s city maze with a certain reckless joy. That said, I’ve grown fond of the Cát Linh-Hà Đông metro for its spot-on timing and comfy rides—perfect for days when I’d rather be an eco-warrior than battle traffic snarls on Giảng Võ. 

• Useful vocabulary:

  • daily slog /ˈdeɪli slɒɡ/: hành trình hàng ngày vất vả

  • spot-on timing /spɒt ɒn ˈtaɪmɪŋ/: đúng giờ tuyệt đối

  • battle traffic snarls /ˈbætl ˈtræfɪk snɑːrlz/: đối mặt với tắc đường

5. Will you use public transport more in the future?

Band 6.0-6.5 - Sample Answer 1

Maybe I’ll use public transport more because it’s cheaper. My friend says buses are good for the environment, so that’s cool. But I still like my motorbike—it’s faster. 

• Useful vocabulary:

  • cheaper /ˈtʃiːpər/: rẻ hơn

  • good for the environment /ɡʊd fər ði ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt/: tốt cho môi trường

  • faster /ˈfæstər/: nhanh hơn

Band 7.0-7.5 - Sample Answer 2

I could see myself hopping on public transport more, especially if Sài Gòn gets those futuristic trains they keep promising! Buses are pocket-friendly, but they’re often crammed to the gills, so I’m torn—my motorbike’s still my ride-or-die for dodging rush hour frenzy. 

• Useful vocabulary:

  • futuristic trains /ˌfjuːtʃəˈrɪstɪk treɪnz/: tàu siêu hiện đại

  • crammed to the gills /kræmd tə ðə ɡɪlz/: chật ních

  • ride-or-die /raɪd ɔːr daɪ/: bạn đồng hành trung thành

Band 8.0-8.5 - Sample Answer 3

I’m increasingly inclined to embrace public transport, particularly with Hanoi’s metro expanding and its rock-solid service promising a reprieve from traffic snarls. The eco-warrior in me loves the idea of curbing emissions, though I’ll admit my motorbike’s visceral thrill is hard to abandon entirely. It’s a delicate balance between practicality and passion. 

• Useful vocabulary:

  • increasingly inclined /ɪnˈkriːsɪŋli ɪnˈklaɪnd/: ngày càng muốn

  • rock-solid service /rɒk ˈsɒlɪd ˈsɜːrvɪs/: dịch vụ cực kỳ đáng tin

  • visceral thrill /ˈvɪsərəl θrɪl/: cảm giác phấn khích mãnh liệt

6. Will there be more people taking public transportation in the future?

Band 6.0-6.5 - Sample Answer 1

I think yes, more people will use public transport. Traffic is so bad now, and buses are cheaper. My teacher said it’s good for the environment, so maybe more people will try it. 

• Useful vocabulary:

  • traffic is so bad /ˈtræfɪk ɪz soʊ bæd/: giao thông rất tệ

  • cheaper /ˈtʃiːpər/: rẻ hơn

  • good for the environment /ɡʊd fər ði ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt/: tốt cho môi trường

Band 7.0-7.5 - Sample Answer 2

I reckon more people will jump on public transport as traffic snarls on Võ Văn Kiệt get worse and fuel costs bite. Those new buses and the metro hype are tempting, but some die-hard motorbike fans will still scoot around, dodging the sardine tin buses like pros! 

• Useful vocabulary:

  • traffic snarls /ˈtræfɪk snɑːrlz/: tình trạng tắc đường

  • sardine tin /ˈsɑːrdiːn tɪn/: đông như hộp cá mòi

  • scoot around /skuːt əˈraʊnd/: phóng vèo khắp nơi

Band 8.0-8.5 - Sample Answer 3

I’m bullish on the future of public transport in Vietnam, as urban congestion and environmental imperatives drive a shift towards rock-solid services like Hanoi’s metro. Yet, the enduring romance of motorbikes—emblematic of freedom in our city maze—means the transition won’t be universal. It’s a fascinating interplay of pragmatism and cultural identity. ?

• Useful vocabulary:

  • bullish on /ˈbʊlɪʃ ɒn/: lạc quan về

  • environmental imperatives /ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmentl ɪmˈperətɪvz/: yêu cầu môi trường cấp bách

  • enduring romance /ɪnˈdjʊrɪŋ roʊˈmæns/: sự lãng mạn trường tồn

Một số câu hỏi khác

1. What are some of the common opinions people have about public transportation?

Public transportation is often viewed as a convenient and affordable way to get around, especially in densely populated areas. It can also be seen as an environmentally friendly option compared to private vehicles. However, some people may perceive it as being slow, crowded, or unreliable.

2. Do you personally enjoy using public transportation for long-distance travel? Why or why not?

 I find long-distance public transportation to be a relaxing and enjoyable experience. It allows me to sit back, unwind, and enjoy the scenery without the stress of driving. I also appreciate the opportunity to catch up on reading, work, or simply observe the world go by.

3. What mode of transportation do you typically use for your daily commute?

For my daily commute, I rely on a combination of public transportation and cycling. I take the bus or train for longer distances and use my bicycle for shorter trips. This combination allows me to balance convenience, affordability, and environmental consciousness.

4. How often do you find yourself using public transportation?

I use public transportation quite frequently, especially during the week when I commute to work and run errands. It's a convenient and cost-effective way to get around the city without having to deal with parking or traffic congestion.

5. How would you describe the overall state of public transportation in your country?

Public transportation infrastructure in my country varies depending on the city or region. In major cities, the bus and train networks are generally well-developed and efficient. However, in smaller towns or rural areas, public transportation options may be more limited.

6. Do you experience frequent traffic jams in your city?

Yes, traffic congestion is a significant issue in my city, especially during rush hour. This is why I often opt for public transportation, as it allows me to avoid the hassle of sitting in traffic and potentially missing appointments or deadlines

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