BÀI MẪU SPEAKING THAM KHẢO BY IELTS NGOCBACH Các mẫu học sinh IELTS 7.5~8.0 IELTS Ngoc Bach viết chưa thầy Bách review Bản final đầy đủ, kèm review chi tiết từ thầy Bách update cho học sinh lớp offline package trang: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package Describe a product or application which is based on artificial intelligence You should say: - What it is and what it is used for - How it is used - And what you think of it (What it is and what it is used for) I’m going to describe Google Maps, a reliable mapping service providing location information through satellite imagery Google Maps was started on February 8, 2005, and uses JavaScript, XML and AJAX Its website works in almost any web browser or through mobile applications on platforms like iOS and Android Google Maps is an incredibly versatile tool that makes it quick and easy for users to find their way from point A to point B - whether that's a quick jaunt down the street or a transcontinental trip (How it is used) Google Maps is available on both computers and mobile devices One of the first things you should with Google Maps is save your home and work addresses When using the Maps feature, just clicking on a particular point allows you to know just how far it is to your current location and how long it takes to get there Often, Google Maps will offer you more than one route from the starting point you choose to your destination For each route, it will display an estimated time for the trip and a short description of the route This will help you plan your travels and organize your schedule (And what you think of it) The efficiency brought about by this online tool cannot be denied as it has the ability to check possible routes and landmarks for faster travel time This can make your journey easier and help locate businesses, venues and private addresses that users are not familiar with Actually, Google Maps offers you a lot more features than directions Google Maps street view helps with the researching process by allowing prospective customers to take a virtual tour before visiting a business The potentials of this app are just endless + Thông tin lớp online Package tháng thây Bach: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thông tin lớp offline tháng 10: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline Vocabulary: reliable [adj]: someone or something that is reliable can be trusted or believed because he, she, or it works or behaves well in the way you expect: đáng tin cậy Eg: Gideon i s very r el i abl e - i f he sa ys he'l l som et hi ng, he'l l it versatile [adj]: able to change easily from one activity to another or able to be used for many different purposes: đa Eg: This jacket is very versatile - you can dress it up for the evening transcontinental [adj]: crossing a continent: xuyên lục địa Eg: The transcontinental railway goes from New York to San Francisco available [adj]: able to be bought or used: có sẵn Eg: Our autumn catalogue is now available from our usual stockists particular [adj]: special, or this and not any other: đặc biệt Eg: She wanted a particular type of cactus display [v]: to arrange something or a collection of things so that it can be seen by the public: trưng bày Eg: Family photographs were displayed on the wall venue [n]: the place where a public event or meeting happens: chỗ hội họp Eg: The stadium has been specifically designed as a venue for World Cup matches familiar [adj]: easy to recognize because of being seen, met, heard, etc before: quen thuộc Eg: The house looked strangely familiar, though she knew she'd never been there before prospective [adj]: people who are expected to buy something, employ someone, become parents, etc.: có triển vọng, tương lai Eg: We've had three sets of prospective buyers looking at the house 10 virtual [adj]: something that is virtual can be done or seen using a computer and therefore without going anywhere or talking to anyone: thật Eg: Click here to take a virtual tour of homes we have for sale + Thông tin lớp online Package tháng thây Bach: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thông tin lớp offline tháng 10: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline Describe a product or application which is based on artificial intelligence You should say: - What it is and what it is used for - How it is used - And what you think of it (What it is and what it is used for) I’m going to describe Google Maps, a reliable mapping service providing location information through satellite imagery Google Maps was started on February 8, 2005, and uses JavaScript, XML and AJAX Its website works in almost any web browser or through mobile applications on platforms like iOS and Android Google Maps is an incredibly versatile tool that makes it quick and easy for users to find their way from point A to point B - whether that's a quick jaunt down the street or a transcontinental trip (How it is used) Google Maps is available on both computers and mobile devices One of the first things you should with Google Maps is save your home and work addresses When using the Maps feature, just clicking on a particular point allows you to know just how far it is to your current location and how long it takes to get there Often, Google Maps will offer you more than one route from the starting point you choose to your destination For each route, it will display an estimated time for the trip and a short description of the route This will help you plan your travels and organize your schedule (And what you think of it) The efficiency brought about by this online tool cannot be denied as it has the ability to check possible routes and landmarks for faster travel time This can make your journey easier and help locate businesses, venues and private addresses that users are not familiar with Actually, Google Maps offers you a lot more features than directions Google Maps street view helps with the researching process by allowing prospective customers to take a virtual tour before visiting a business The potentials of this app are just endless Vocabulary: 11 reliable [adj]: someone or something that is reliable can be trusted or believed because he, she, or it works or behaves well in the way you expect: đáng tin cậy Eg: Gideon i s very r el i abl e - i f he sa ys he'l l som et hi ng, he'l l it + Thông tin lớp online Package tháng thây Bach: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thông tin lớp offline tháng 10: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline 12 versatile [adj]: able to change easily from one activity to another or able to be used for many different purposes: đa Eg: This jacket is very versatile - you can dress it up for the evening 13 transcontinental [adj]: crossing a continent: xuyên lục địa Eg: The transcontinental railway goes from New York to San Francisco 14 available [adj]: able to be bought or used: có sẵn Eg: Our autumn catalogue is now available from our usual stockists 15 particular [adj]: special, or this and not any other: đặc biệt Eg: She wanted a particular type of cactus 16 display [v]: to arrange something or a collection of things so that it can be seen by the public: trưng bày Eg: Family photographs were displayed on the wall 17 venue [n]: the place where a public event or meeting happens: chỗ hội họp Eg: The stadium has been specifically designed as a venue for World Cup matches 18 familiar [adj]: easy to recognize because of being seen, met, heard, etc before: quen thuộc Eg: The house looked strangely familiar, though she knew she'd never been there before 19 prospective [adj]: people who are expected to buy something, employ someone, become parents, etc.: có triển vọng, tương lai Eg: We've had three sets of prospective buyers looking at the house 20 virtual [adj]: something that is virtual can be done or seen using a computer and therefore without going anywhere or talking to anyone: thật Eg: Click here to take a virtual tour of homes we have for sale + Thông tin lớp online Package tháng thây Bach: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thông tin lớp offline tháng 10: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline Describe a good experience of online shopping You should say: - When it happened - What you bought - Why you bought it - And explain why you think it was a good experience (When it happened) Well, I’m quite into shopping, especially when it comes to clothes and electronic devices If you ask me, I have a never-ending list for things that I wish to purchase and among them, the one that spring to mind first is my washing machine I decided to buy this online because the website offered a discount for electronic equipment (What you bought) At first I was going to buy a television, but on second thoughts, a washing machine was more practical The washing machine is made in Japan by a popular brand name and it has been in use for nearly years until now It has relatively larger capacity and can also accommodate bulkier items as compared to my previous one (Why you bought it) For one thing, this new washing machine requires few manual works The numbers of clothes that need washing in my family have increased dramatically over the year and it has become cumbersome for me to all those laundry works using the old one Furthermore, the washing machine is fully equipped with functions to dry the clothes and facilitate automatic drying as well, so I don’t have to take the trouble to take all the dresses on the roof top and have them dried out in the sunlight (And explain why you think it was a good experience) The product is cost-effective and reliable to me The delivery was on time and I was also assisted with the installing process, so I was really contented with the overall service of the online store The store offered my family proper maintenance services, which shows its endeavor to serve its customers with care Vocabulary: 21 when it comes to [expression]: as for something; speaking about something xét đến, nhắc đến Eg: W hen i t com es to fi shing, John i s an ex pert 22 never-ending [adj]: having or likely to have no end: không kết thúc + Thông tin lớp online Package tháng thây Bach: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thông tin lớp offline tháng 10: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline Eg: Children is a never-ending burden of parents 23 spring to mind [expression]: to come quickly into your mind: tâm trí Eg: Say the word "Australia" and a vision of beaches and blue seas immediately springs to mind 24 on second thoughts [expression]: used when you want to change a decision you have made: thiếu Eg: Can I have a cup of coffee, please? - actually, on second thoughts, I'll have a beer 25 accommodate [v]: to provide with a place to live or to be stored in: chứa đựng Eg: New students may be accommodated in halls of residence 26 cumbersome [adj]: difficult to or manage and taking a lot of time and effort: nhọn nhằn, khó khăn Eg: Critics say that the process for amending the Constitution is cumbersome, but others defend it 27 equip [v]: to provide a person or a place with objects that are necessary for a particular purpose: trang bị Eg: All the police officers were equipped with shields to defend themselves against the rioters 28 facilitate [v]: to make something possible or easier: tạo điều kiện Eg: The current structure does not facilitate efficient work flow 29 take the trouble to [expression]: to make an effort to something: bỏ cơng làm Eg: Your father took the trouble to cook this delicious meal, and now you are going to sit down and eat it! 30 maintenance [n]: the work needed to keep a road, building, machine, etc in good condition: bảo dưỡng Eg: The new ships, propelled by gas turbines, require less maintenance than older, steam-driven ones + Thông tin lớp online Package tháng thây Bach: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thông tin lớp offline tháng 10: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline Describe a time that you spent a lot of money on something You should say: - When it happened - What you bought - Why you bought it - And explain why you think it was a good experience (When it happened) I’m going to describe a time that I bought a high-end item for myself, which must have been years ago It was the time when Apple just released Iphone6 with astounding success Apple’s products have an army of loyal fans that would promote Apple until the cows come home They buy absolutely everything that they produce, no matter what the cost (What you bought) On reflecting, it did take me a while to officially decide to buy the latest model of Iphone6 Well, the temptation was just so irresistible that I spend nearly a thousand dollars on the phone The iPhone addressed a number of problems Apple had developed, coming with a much larger screen, a boosted processor, better camera, improved battery and - crucially - overhauled design (Why you bought it) I have always been a fan of Apple In terms of functionality, Apple knows how to create a product that’s really easy to use In fact, I like iOS system better than Android Maybe it’s Apple’s interface and design that draws me in Well, when it comes to mobile phone, I myself highly regard elegance, ease of use and clarity of mind above power, customizability and choice so an iPhone proves to be a more preferable choice to me (And explain why you think it was a good experience) It’s the best user experience I've ever had with a phone The battery life is great, camera is satisfying, and the graphics are outstanding Furthermore, the phone integrates with its Visual Voicemail and Siri systems to make it easy for you to call people and to manage the messages that they leave when they call you Overall, to me, it is fast, reliable, and very solidly and intelligently constructed, and is just generally a better class of devices than many alternatives Vocabulary: 31 high-end [adj]: intended for people who want very good quality products and who not mind how much they cost: tiêu chuẩn cao Eg: High-end video equipment always has unique appeal to young men + Thông tin lớp online Package tháng thây Bach: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thông tin lớp offline tháng 10: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline 32 until the cows come home [expression]: clothes, especially of a particular or formal type: tới Eg: I could sit here and argue with you till the cows come home, but it wouldn't solve anything 33 temptation [n]: sometimes, but not regularly: cám dỗ Eg: Huy cannot resists the temptation of eating chocolate 34 processor [n]: the part of a computer that performs operations on the information that is put into it: xử lí Eg: The processor overexposed the film 35 functionality [n]: any or all of the operations performed by a piece of equipment or a software program: chức Eg: Banks have realized they need to provide additional functionality at ATMs 36 interface [n]: a connection between two pieces of electronic equipment, or between a person and a computer: giao diện Eg: The laptop’s interface is friendly-user 37 elegance [n]: the quality of being graceful and stylish in appearance or manner; style: trang nhã Eg: Her elegance impresses everybody in the meeting 38 outstanding [adj]: clearly very much better than what is usual: bật Eg: Phong has an outstanding appearance as compared to his classmates 39 integrate [v]: to mix with and join society or a group of people, often changing to suit their way of life, habits, and customs: tích hợp Eg: Children are often very good at integrating into a new culture 40 construct [v]: to build sth: xây dựng Eg: The house is being constructed by a reputable company + Thông tin lớp online Package tháng thây Bach: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thông tin lớp offline tháng 10: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline Describe a time when you taught an older person something new You should say: - When it happened and who you taught - Why you taught this person - And explain how you felt about it (When it happened and who you taught) I enjoy teaching and imparting my knowledge with others Today, I’m going to talk about a time when I taught a new skill to my aunt She is a seller at the market, who are always occupied with dealing with customers or transporting goods About a month ago, she needed my instruction because she wanted to send an important excel file to one of her frequent customers I willingly agreed (Why you taught this person) Normally, my uncle would take the responsibility for this relatively complicated task, but he was away from home that day My aunt has little proficiency in MS Excel, so she couldn't fill the data as required by the customers She immediately sought for my help, knowing that I have to learn MS Excel to complete university assignments I then asked her to sit at ease and I took my laptop and opened a new excel sheet and started typing the information and applying the formula It took about one and a quarter of hour to complete the file Not only did I fill the data effortlessly but also taught my aunt about the easiest tricks to use this software (And explain how you felt about it) Learning this new skill, my aunt became very happy and relieved eventually The prospect of struggling with MS Excel for business no longer haunts her As I see it, she was actually an attentive learner and her quick acquisition of the new skill gave me a sense of fulfilment The incident was really worth our while I’m glad that from then on, she will be able to use this software without seeking anyone's help Vocabulary: 41 impart [v]: to communicate information to someone: truyền thụ Eg: I was rat her qui et as I di dn't feel I d m uch wi sdom to im part on the s ubj ect 42 occupied [adj]: busy or interested: bận rộn Eg: At that time, I was fully occupied taking care of my elderly mother 43 relatively [adv]: in comparison with other similar things or with what you expect: tương đối Eg: A few states across the country have remained in relatively good shape 44 proficiency [n]: the fact of having the skill and experience for doing something: lực + Thông tin lớp online Package tháng thây Bach: https://ieltsngocbach.com/package + Thông tin lớp offline tháng 10: https://ieltsngocbach.com/offline Eg: The state will devote more money to helping students achieve proficiency in mathematics and reading 45 at ease [expression]: relaxed: thư giãn Eg: She soon put/set me at ease (= made me relaxed) 46 effortlessly [adv]: in a way that is effortless (= seeming not to need any effort): cách dễ dàng Eg: She runs so effortlessly, as if it's the easiest thing in the world 47 relieved [adj]: happy that something unpleasant has not happened or has ended: nhẹ nhõm Eg: I'm so relieved to find you - 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