Talking About Perfume in IELTS Speaking - Part 5

IELTS Speaking: Talking About Perfume

Perfume is a topic that may appear in Part 1 or 3 of the IELTS Speaking test. You might be asked about your preferences, trends, or cultural views.

Useful Vocabulary

• wear perfume, scented, floral/fruity/spicy fragrance
• signature scent, perfume bottle, strong smell
• trigger memories, allergic reactions, smell sensitivity

Example Questions

1. Do you like wearing perfume?
2. What kind of scent do you prefer?
3. Do people wear perfume in your country?

Sample Speaking Part 2 Prompt

Describe a perfume or scent you like. You should say:

• what it is
• where you first encountered it
• when you usually wear it
• and explain why you like it

Tips

Use adjectives to describe smells and your feelings. Try to include memories or associations with the scent.