Yes! Calculators have made life much more convenient. Thinking back, I can’t
remember a time without them. I remember my high school algebra teacher
didn’t believe in them, which made the class even more of a challenge.
However, I agree with her to an extent because it strengthened my mental
math (math in your head) skills!
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
[Insert relevant vocabulary here]
Example Questions
Do you like math?
How often do you use math in daily life?
Is math important in today's world?
Sample Speaking Part 2 Prompt
Describe a time you used math to solve a problem. You should say:
what the problem was
how you solved it
what result you got
and explain how you felt about it
Tips
Even if math is not your favorite subject, focus on practical uses and problem-solving language.
