Why do you think some people invest a huge amount of money in
buying houses?
People certainly have different reasons to buy a property. I believe the most
important one is privacy. You will gain much more independence and freedom
to refurbish the place as you please since you are the owner. Besides, it would
create a pride of ownership. No matter how small or big your house is, it is
yours to renovate or brag about.
Property (n): a building or buildings and the surrounding land
Refurbish (v): to clean and decorate a room, building, etc. in order to make it
more attractive, more useful, etc.
As one please (idiom): whatever you like, or in whatever way you prefer
Ownership (n): the fact of owning something
Renovate (v): to repair and paint an old building, a piece of furniture, etc. so
that it is in good condition again
Brag (+about) (v): to talk too proudly about something you own or something
you have done
IELTS Speaking: Talking About Flats, Houses, and Accommodation
This topic can appear in all three parts. Be ready to describe your living situation, preferences, and housing culture.
Useful Vocabulary
a spacious flat, a cosy studio, a high-rise block
rent, mortgage, landlord, tenancy agreement
move in, settle down, share a flat with, commute from
Example Questions
Do you live in a house or a flat?
What do you like most about the place you live in?
Would you rather live in the city centre or the suburbs?
Sample Speaking Part 2 Prompt
Describe a place you have lived in that you liked. You should say:
what kind of place it was
who you lived there with
what you did there
and explain why you liked it
Tips
Describe the rooms and the atmosphere, not just the number of bedrooms. Comparing two places you have lived in is an easy way to show a wider range of tenses.
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