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Do you often borrow things from other people?
Not very often. Sometimes I borrow a charger or a pen from a classmate, and occasionally a book from a friend. I always try to return things quickly so they do not worry.
What kinds of things do you lend to others?
Mostly books and notes. My friends often ask for my lecture notes when they miss a class. I do not mind, as long as they return them in good condition.
Have you ever lent something and not got it back?
Yes, a novel I really liked. I lent it to a colleague, and a year later I still have not seen it. I did not want to be rude, so I have not asked again.
Is there anything you would never lend?
My phone and my laptop. They contain a lot of personal information, and I need them every day for work and study. I would rather help in another way, like making a call for the person.
Do you prefer to borrow from friends or from family?
Family, probably. With relatives it feels easier and less awkward, and we usually share things anyway. With friends I feel more careful about causing any inconvenience. I do not want to seem demanding.
Is it better to borrow or to buy things?
For something I will use once, borrowing makes sense and saves money. For things I need daily, like books for my course, buying is better because I can mark them and keep them.
Useful vocabulary
- lend — give something for a short time
- borrow — take something with the plan to return it
- return — give back
- in good condition — not damaged
- awkward — uncomfortable or embarrassing
- inconvenience — a small problem or trouble
- share — let others use what you have
Tips for this topic
- Do not confuse borrow (take) and lend (give): “I borrowed a book from him.”
- A short disappointment story (a book never returned) sounds natural and shows past tenses.
- Add a reason with because or as long as.
Study guides
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IELTS Speaking Band Descriptors Explained in Plain English
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IELTS Speaking Part 2: How Many Minutes to Speak (With a Practice Timer)
How long Part 2 lasts (1 minute to prepare, 1–2 minutes to speak), a practice timer, a four-step structure and a model answer.