Scorify.uzThe cue card
Describe a foreign language, other than English, that you would like to learn.
You should say:
- which language it is
- why you are interested in it
- how you would learn it
- and explain how it could be useful to you
Band 7 sample answer
Apart from English, the language I would most like to learn is Korean. It is not an easy language, but I have been curious about it for about three years.
My interest started when I began watching Korean dramas and listening to K-pop with my younger sister. At first I relied on subtitles, but gradually I started recognising common words like thank you, delicious and sorry. Then I learned that the alphabet, Hangul, is actually very logical, and some people can read it after a few days of study. That encouraged me a lot.
If I decided to learn it seriously, I would take evening classes at a language school, and I would use an app to practise vocabulary every day. I would also try to find a language partner online, because speaking with a real person is the fastest way to improve. I would try to watch shows without subtitles once I reached a basic level.
It could be useful in several ways. There are many Korean companies in Uzbekistan, and speaking the language might help me get a better job. Also, I would be able to study in Korea if I received a scholarship. But honestly, the main reason is enjoyment, because learning a new language is like opening a window into another culture. I know it will take years to reach a comfortable level, and I will probably make many embarrassing mistakes. But my experience with English has shown me that progress is steady if you stay consistent, so I am not afraid of starting from zero.
About 260 words, roughly 2 minutes of natural speech.
Key vocabulary
- a language partner — someone you practise a language with
- fluent — able to speak easily and well
- subtitles — text translations on screen
- immersion — learning by being surrounded by the language
- pronunciation — the way words are said
- grammar — rules of a language
- open doors — create new opportunities
Tips for this cue card
- Talk about how you would learn, using “would” and “could”.
- Give both a practical and a personal reason.
- Mention a first step you have already taken, if any.
Part 3 follow-up questions
Is it better to learn a language at school or by yourself?
Idea: School gives structure and correction, while self-study allows flexibility; combining both is ideal.
Why do some people find languages difficult?
Idea: Lack of practice, fear of mistakes and limited exposure to the language make progress slow.
Will translation technology make language learning unnecessary?
Idea: Translation apps help, but they cannot replace real connection, cultural understanding and job skills.
More discussion questions with full answers: IELTS Speaking Part 3 topics.
Study guides
How Is IELTS Scored in Speaking and Writing? Criteria, Weighting and Rounding
The short answer first, then the Speaking and Writing criteria tables, how Task 1 and Task 2 combine and how the overall band is rounded.
IELTS Speaking Band Descriptors Explained in Plain English
The IELTS Speaking test is marked on four criteria. Here is what each one means at bands 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9, with short examples you can compare with your own answers.
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.