I trust people who are transparent, those who are open with their emotions.
When I feel someone keeps everything inside, I wonder what it is that they have
to hide, so naturally my trust lessens. Furthermore, I trust people who aren’t
always just looking out to gain something for themselves, and someone who
doesn’t have a criminal background, especially involving theft.
IELTS Speaking: Talking About Trust
Trust is a deeper topic that may appear in Part 3. You may be asked to discuss reliability, honesty, or social trust.
Useful Vocabulary
trustworthy, honesty, betrayal
reliable friend, loyalty, keep a promise
trust issues, confidence, depend on
Example Questions
Do you trust people easily?
How do you decide if someone is trustworthy?
Is trust important in your culture?
Sample Speaking Part 2 Prompt
Describe a person you trust. You should say:
who they are
how you met
why you trust them
and explain how they’ve earned your trust
Tips
Use emotional language. Give real examples. Talk about values and personal beliefs.
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