Talking About Mathematics in IELTS Speaking

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Do you like math?

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IELTS Speaking: Talking About Mathematics

This topic may appear in any part of the IELTS Speaking test. You might be asked about your experience with math or its role in society.

Useful Vocabulary

add up, work out, calculate, do sums in your head
be good with numbers, mental arithmetic, logical thinking
algebra, geometry, statistics, problem-solving skills

Example Questions

Did you enjoy studying maths at school?
Do you often need to use maths in your daily life?
Should everyone study mathematics at school?

Sample Speaking Part 2 Prompt

Describe a time you had to solve a problem using numbers. You should say:

what the problem was
how you worked it out
how long it took you
and explain how you felt about the result

Tips

The examiner is testing your English, not your arithmetic. Say whether you are good with numbers and why, rather than trying to explain a formula.

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