In many different cases, but I would say usually when they make eye contact with someone or to people in their workplace. In my country, people usually don't smile at everyone on the streets because that person may suspect us of wanting something from them.
IELTS Speaking: Talking About Smiling
You might be asked about smiling in relation to emotions, politeness, or personality. It can come up in Part 1 or Part 3.
Useful Vocabulary
[Insert relevant vocabulary here]
Example Questions
Do you smile a lot?
When do people smile in your country?
Can smiling affect your mood?
Sample Speaking Part 2 Prompt
Describe a time you saw someone smiling. You should say:
who the person was
why they were smiling
how you felt seeing it
and explain the situation
Tips
Use adjectives to describe feelings. Make your answer relatable and positive.