Chủ đề về người hỗ trợ, giúp đỡ người khác là một trong những đề tài phổ biến và đầy ý nghĩa trong IELTS Speaking. Đây không chỉ là cơ hội để bạn thể hiện khả năng ngôn ngữ mà còn là dịp để chia sẻ về những con người đáng trân trọng trong cuộc sống. Chủ đề này thường xoay quanh các khía cạnh như tính cách, hành động cụ thể, và ảnh hưởng của người đó đối với cộng đồng hoặc những người xung quanh.
Tần suất xuất hiện: Chủ đề này xuất hiện với tần suất cao trong các kỳ thi IELTS từ năm 2020 đến nay, đặc biệt trong Part 2 và 3. Các biến thể của đề bài như “Describe a helpful person”, “Describe someone who inspires you” hoặc “Describe a kind person you know” cũng thường xuyên xuất hiện. Dự đoán khả năng xuất hiện trong tương lai: Cao, vì đây là chủ đề liên quan đến giá trị con người và xã hội, luôn được IELTS ưu tiên.
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IELTS Speaking Part 1: Introduction and Interview
Tổng Quan Về Part 1
Part 1 của IELTS Speaking kéo dài khoảng 4-5 phút, trong đó giám khảo sẽ hỏi các câu hỏi ngắn về cuộc sống hàng ngày, sở thích, công việc hoặc học tập của bạn. Đây là phần khởi động, giúp bạn làm quen với môi trường thi và giám khảo.
Đặc điểm chính:
- Câu hỏi đơn giản, gần gũi với cuộc sống thực
- Yêu cầu trả lời tự nhiên, không cần quá dài
- Mỗi câu trả lời nên kéo dài 2-3 câu (khoảng 15-20 giây)
- Focus vào Fluency và Pronunciation
Lỗi thường gặp của học viên Việt Nam:
- Trả lời quá ngắn gọn kiểu “Yes, I do” hoặc “No, I don’t” mà không mở rộng ý
- Sử dụng từ vựng đơn giản, lặp lại như “good”, “nice”, “happy”
- Thiếu ví dụ cụ thể từ kinh nghiệm bản thân
- Nói quá nhanh hoặc quá chậm do lo lắng
- Không sử dụng các linking words để câu trả lời mạch lạc hơn
Các Câu Hỏi Thường Gặp
Question 1: Do you like helping others?
Question 2: Who usually helps you when you have problems?
Question 3: Do you think people are more willing to help others these days?
Question 4: How do you feel when someone helps you?
Question 5: What kind of help do you often give to others?
Question 6: Do you prefer to help people you know or strangers?
Question 7: Have you ever received unexpected help from someone?
Question 8: Is it important to teach children to help others?
Phân Tích và Gợi Ý Trả Lời Chi Tiết
Question: Do you like helping others?
🎯 Cách tiếp cận:
- Trả lời trực tiếp Yes/No
- Đưa ra lý do cụ thể
- Thêm ví dụ ngắn gọn từ kinh nghiệm cá nhân
📝 Sample Answer – Band 6-7:
Yes, I do. I think helping others makes me feel happy. For example, I sometimes help my classmates with their homework when they don’t understand. It’s a good feeling to see them succeed.
Phân tích:
- Điểm mạnh: Trả lời rõ ràng, có ví dụ cụ thể, câu trúc đơn giản nhưng chính xác
- Hạn chế: Từ vựng khá cơ bản (happy, good feeling), thiếu collocations nâng cao, câu văn chưa đa dạng về cấu trúc
- Tại sao Band 6-7: Đáp ứng yêu cầu cơ bản với Fluency ổn, nhưng Lexical Resource và Grammatical Range còn hạn chế
📝 Sample Answer – Band 8-9:
Absolutely! I find it immensely rewarding to lend a hand to others whenever I can. There’s something deeply fulfilling about making a positive impact on someone’s day, whether it’s helping a colleague meet a tight deadline or simply offering a listening ear to a friend going through a rough patch. I suppose it stems from the belief that kindness is contagious – when you help someone, it often inspires them to pay it forward.
Phân tích:
- Điểm mạnh: Sử dụng từ vựng tinh vi và collocations tự nhiên (immensely rewarding, lend a hand, positive impact), cấu trúc câu đa dạng với mệnh đề quan hệ và phân từ, thể hiện suy nghĩ sâu sắc về giá trị của việc giúp đỡ người khác
- Tại sao Band 8-9:
- Fluency: Trôi chảy, tự nhiên với discourse markers (Absolutely, I suppose)
- Vocabulary: Sophisticated và precise (immensely rewarding, rough patch, contagious)
- Grammar: Complex structures (whether it’s…or…, when you help…)
- Pronunciation: Sử dụng intonation tự nhiên với các từ nhấn mạnh
💡 Key Vocabulary & Expressions:
- immensely rewarding: cực kỳ bổ ích, đáng giá
- lend a hand: giúp đỡ (idiom)
- positive impact: tác động tích cực
- meet a tight deadline: hoàn thành đúng thời hạn gấp rút
- rough patch: thời gian khó khăn
- kindness is contagious: lòng tốt có tính lan tỏa
Question: Who usually helps you when you have problems?
🎯 Cách tiếp cận:
- Xác định người cụ thể
- Giải thích tại sao họ giúp bạn
- Đưa ra ví dụ về loại giúp đỡ
📝 Sample Answer – Band 6-7:
My best friend usually helps me when I have problems. She is a good listener and always gives me useful advice. Last month, when I was stressed about exams, she helped me make a study plan.
Phân tích:
- Điểm mạnh: Có cấu trúc rõ ràng, đưa ra ví dụ cụ thể với thời gian
- Hạn chế: Từ vựng đơn giản (good listener, useful advice), thiếu chi tiết về cảm xúc hoặc kết quả
- Tại sao Band 6-7: Communicative và relevant nhưng còn thiếu depth và sophistication
📝 Sample Answer – Band 8-9:
I’m fortunate to have my older sister as my go-to person whenever I’m in a bind. She has this remarkable ability to remain calm under pressure and offer perspective that I might have overlooked. For instance, when I was torn between two job offers recently, she helped me weigh the pros and cons objectively rather than making an impulsive decision. What I appreciate most is that she doesn’t just tell me what to do – she guides me through the thought process so I can make informed choices myself.
Phân tích:
- Điểm mạnh:
- Vocabulary phong phú với idioms tự nhiên (go-to person, in a bind, torn between)
- Grammar đa dạng với relative clauses và comparative structures
- Thể hiện emotional intelligence trong cách diễn đạt
- Có critical thinking (không chỉ kể mà còn phân tích WHY)
- Tại sao Band 8-9:
- Fluency: Hoàn toàn tự nhiên với linking devices (For instance, What I appreciate most)
- Vocabulary: Precise và idiomatic (remarkable ability, weigh pros and cons)
- Grammar: Sophisticated structures (rather than making…, so I can make…)
- Ideas: Thoughtful và nuanced (phân biệt giữa telling và guiding)
💡 Key Vocabulary & Expressions:
- go-to person: người đầu tiên nghĩ đến khi cần giúp đỡ
- in a bind: trong tình thế khó khăn
- remain calm under pressure: giữ bình tĩnh dưới áp lực
- torn between: phân vân giữa
- weigh the pros and cons: cân nhắc ưu nhược điểm
- guide through the thought process: hướng dẫn qua quá trình suy nghĩ
Hình ảnh người hỗ trợ đang tư vấn cho bạn bè trong IELTS Speaking chủ đề supportive person
Question: Do you think people are more willing to help others these days?
🎯 Cách tiếp cận:
- Đưa ra quan điểm rõ ràng
- So sánh giữa quá khứ và hiện tại (nếu có thể)
- Đưa ra lý do hoặc bằng chứng hỗ trợ
📝 Sample Answer – Band 6-7:
I think it depends. Some people are very helpful, especially on social media where we can see many charity campaigns. However, some people are too busy with their own lives to help others. Overall, I believe there are still many kind people in society.
Phân tích:
- Điểm mạnh: Có balanced view, đề cập đến social media là ví dụ hiện đại
- Hạn chế: Thiếu specific examples, từ vựng chưa đủ academic (kind people, busy)
- Tại sao Band 6-7: Adequate response nhưng lacks sophistication và depth
📝 Sample Answer – Band 8-9:
That’s an interesting question. I’d say it’s a mixed bag, actually. On one hand, technology has made it easier than ever to mobilize support for causes – we see crowdfunding campaigns and online volunteer networks flourishing. However, I’ve also noticed that our increasingly fast-paced lifestyles can make people more self-absorbed. Having said that, I think acts of kindness haven’t diminished; they’ve just taken different forms. For instance, people might not help a neighbor carry groceries anymore, but they’re more likely to donate to a charity online or share important information that could help thousands. So it’s not necessarily that people are less helpful – they’re just channeling their support differently.
Phân tích:
- Điểm mạnh:
- Demonstrates critical thinking với balanced argument
- Vocabulary sophisticated (mobilize support, self-absorbed, flourishing)
- Excellent use of discourse markers (On one hand, However, Having said that)
- Provides concrete examples và contrast
- Shows nuanced understanding of social changes
- Tại sao Band 8-9:
- Fluency: Natural flow với appropriate hesitation (actually, I’d say)
- Vocabulary: Wide range và precise (crowdfunding, fast-paced lifestyles)
- Grammar: Complex structures với contrast và cause-effect
- Ideas: Sophisticated analysis of modern helping behaviors
💡 Key Vocabulary & Expressions:
- mixed bag: có cả tốt và xấu
- mobilize support: huy động sự ủng hộ
- crowdfunding campaigns: chiến dịch gây quỹ cộng đồng
- self-absorbed: tập trung vào bản thân
- acts of kindness: hành động tử tế
- channel support differently: chuyển hóa sự hỗ trợ theo cách khác
IELTS Speaking Part 2: Long Turn (Cue Card)
Tổng Quan Về Part 2
Part 2 là phần độc thoại kéo dài 3-4 phút, bao gồm 1 phút chuẩn bị và 2 phút trình bày. Đây là phần quan trọng nhất để thể hiện khả năng diễn đạt liên tục và sử dụng ngôn ngữ phong phú.
Thời gian chuẩn bị: 1 phút
- Đọc kỹ cue card và tất cả bullet points
- Ghi chú keywords, KHÔNG viết câu đầy đủ
- Lên outline đơn giản cho từng bullet point
- Nghĩ về mở đầu và kết thúc
Thời gian nói: 2-3 phút
- Mục tiêu: nói tối thiểu 2 phút
- Giám khảo sẽ KHÔNG ngắt lời bạn
- Cover tất cả các bullet points
- Bullet cuối cùng “explain” thường quan trọng nhất
Chiến lược hiệu quả:
- Sử dụng thì quá khứ khi kể về người cụ thể bạn đã gặp
- Thêm chi tiết cụ thể: tên, tuổi, nghề nghiệp, ngoại hình
- Kể story thay vì liệt kê facts
- Thể hiện emotions và personal reflection
- Sử dụng varied vocabulary và complex structures
- Maintain eye contact và natural body language
Lỗi thường gặp:
- Không sử dụng hết 1 phút chuẩn bị (vội vàng bắt đầu)
- Nói dưới 1.5 phút (thiếu chi tiết)
- Bỏ sót bullet points, đặc biệt là phần “explain”
- Đọc notes thay vì nói tự nhiên
- Dừng đột ngột khi hết ý tưởng
- Sử dụng template cứng nhắc, không tự nhiên
Khi bạn đối mặt với các tình huống khó khăn và cần vượt qua thử thách, việc có người hỗ trợ bên cạnh trở nên vô cùng quan trọng. Tương tự, describe a situation when you had to overcome an obstacle cho thấy tầm quan trọng của sự hỗ trợ từ người khác trong những khoảnh khắc quyết định của cuộc đời.
Cue Card
Describe A Person Who Is Very Supportive Of Others
You should say:
- Who this person is
- How you know this person
- What this person does to support others
- And explain why you think this person is very supportive
Phân Tích Đề Bài
Dạng câu hỏi: Describe a person – yêu cầu miêu tả về một người cụ thể
Thì động từ: Chủ yếu dùng Present Simple (vì miêu tả tính cách và thói quen hiện tại của người đó) kết hợp với Past Simple (khi kể về cách bạn biết họ hoặc các sự kiện cụ thể trong quá khứ)
Bullet points phải cover:
- Who this person is: Xác định danh tính – có thể là người thân, bạn bè, đồng nghiệp, giáo viên, hàng xóm
- How you know this person: Mối quan hệ và hoàn cảnh gặp gỡ – càng cụ thể càng tốt
- What this person does to support others: Hành động cụ thể – đây là phần quan trọng nhất, cần nhiều ví dụ
- Explain why: Phân tích động lực, tính cách, hoặc ảnh hưởng của người đó
Câu “explain” quan trọng: Đây là phần ghi điểm cao nhất! Đừng chỉ liệt kê facts mà hãy phân tích WHY – có thể nói về:
- Phẩm chất nội tại của người đó (empathy, patience, generosity)
- Ảnh hưởng của họ đối với bạn và người khác
- Bài học bạn học được từ họ
- Cảm xúc của bạn về người này
📝 Sample Answer – Band 6-7
Thời lượng: Khoảng 1.5-2 phút
I’d like to talk about my English teacher, Ms. Lan, who is a very supportive person. I’ve known her since I started learning English at a language center two years ago.
Ms. Lan is in her early thirties and she’s very kind. She always helps students who have difficulties with their studies. For example, she often stays after class to answer our questions. She never gets tired or angry, even when we ask the same questions many times.
What makes her really supportive is that she cares about each student personally. She remembers everyone’s names and their strengths and weaknesses. When I was struggling with speaking skills, she gave me extra materials and encouraged me to practice more. She also created a study group where students could help each other.
Besides teaching, Ms. Lan also helps students with their personal problems. I remember when one of my classmates was having family issues, she listened and gave good advice. She told us that education is important, but so is mental health.
I think Ms. Lan is very supportive because she genuinely cares about her students’ success and wellbeing. She doesn’t just teach English; she wants to see us grow as people. Her positive attitude and dedication inspire me to help others too. She’s the kind of teacher who makes a real difference in students’ lives.
Phân Tích Band Điểm
| Tiêu chí | Band | Nhận xét |
|---|---|---|
| Fluency & Coherence | 6-7 | Có mạch lạc với basic linking words (For example, Besides, I remember when), nhưng thiếu sophisticated discourse markers. Flow ổn nhưng chưa hoàn toàn natural |
| Lexical Resource | 6-7 | Từ vựng adequate (kind, struggling, dedication) nhưng chưa đủ sophisticated. Có một số collocations tốt (personal problems, positive attitude) nhưng còn lặp lại (very, really) |
| Grammatical Range & Accuracy | 6-7 | Sử dụng đúng thì (Present Simple cho habits, Past Simple cho events). Có một số complex sentences nhưng chủ yếu là simple và compound. Ít lỗi ngữ pháp |
| Pronunciation | 6-7 | Giả định rằng phát âm rõ ràng, có thể hiểu được với một số lỗi nhỏ về word stress |
Điểm mạnh:
- ✅ Cover đầy đủ tất cả bullet points
- ✅ Có ví dụ cụ thể và personal experiences
- ✅ Cấu trúc rõ ràng, dễ theo dõi
- ✅ Độ dài phù hợp (khoảng 1.5-2 phút)
Hạn chế:
- ⚠️ Từ vựng còn đơn giản, lặp lại (very, really, good)
- ⚠️ Thiếu idioms và advanced expressions
- ⚠️ Grammar structures chưa đủ đa dạng
- ⚠️ Thiếu emotional depth trong phần explain
📝 Sample Answer – Band 7.5-8
Thời lượng: Khoảng 2-2.5 phút
I’d like to tell you about my older cousin, Minh, who I consider to be one of the most selfless and supportive individuals I’ve ever known. We’re quite close despite our six-year age gap, and I’ve looked up to him ever since I was a child.
Minh is now 28 and works as a social worker in Ho Chi Minh City, which I think perfectly suits his compassionate nature. What really sets him apart is his unwavering commitment to helping those in need. He dedicates much of his free time to volunteering at a local homeless shelter, where he not only provides practical assistance like distributing food and clothing, but also offers emotional support to people going through rough times.
What I find particularly impressive is how he goes above and beyond in his support. For instance, I remember when one of his shelter residents was struggling to find employment due to a criminal record, Minh spent weeks helping him prepare for job interviews, even using his own connections to secure an opportunity for the man. He didn’t just give a handout; he empowered the person to become self-sufficient.
On a more personal level, Minh has been incredibly supportive of our family as well. When my younger brother was going through a rebellious phase in high school, Minh took him under his wing and became his mentor. He had the patience and understanding that my parents, who were quite strict, couldn’t provide at the time.
I believe Minh is so supportive because he has genuine empathy for others. He once told me that everyone faces battles we know nothing about, and a little kindness can make a world of difference. His actions have taught me that true support isn’t just about giving material help – it’s about being present, listening actively, and helping people unlock their own potential. He’s definitely someone who leads by example and has inspired me to be more mindful of others’ needs.
Phân Tích Band Điểm
| Tiêu chí | Band | Nhận xét |
|---|---|---|
| Fluency & Coherence | 7.5-8 | Smooth flow với varied discourse markers (What really sets him apart, For instance, On a more personal level). Logical progression từ general description đến specific examples |
| Lexical Resource | 7.5-8 | Wide range of vocabulary với collocations tự nhiên (unwavering commitment, compassionate nature, take under his wing). Sử dụng idiomatic expressions phù hợp (make a world of difference, lead by example) |
| Grammatical Range & Accuracy | 7.5-8 | Variety of complex structures (relative clauses, passive voice, conditionals). Minimal errors. Good use of participle clauses |
| Pronunciation | 7.5-8 | Giả định stress và intonation tốt với các từ được bold |
So Sánh Với Band 6-7
| Khía cạnh | Band 6-7 | Band 7.5-8 |
|---|---|---|
| Vocabulary | “very kind”, “helps students” | “compassionate nature”, “unwavering commitment”, “goes above and beyond” |
| Grammar | “She always helps students who have difficulties” | “What really sets him apart is his unwavering commitment to helping…” |
| Ideas | Đưa ra ví dụ đơn giản về staying after class | Specific story về helping homeless person find job, showing depth of support |
| Personal Reflection | “Her positive attitude inspires me” | “His actions have taught me that true support isn’t just about giving material help – it’s about being present, listening actively…” |
Hình ảnh người tình nguyện viên đang hỗ trợ cộng đồng trong IELTS Speaking về supportive person
📝 Sample Answer – Band 8.5-9
Thời lượng: 2.5-3 phút đầy đủ
I’d like to talk about someone who truly embodies the spirit of altruism – my former university professor, Dr. Nguyen Thi Hoa, whose profound impact on her students and colleagues continues to resonate with me years after graduation.
I first encountered Dr. Hoa during my freshman year when I was taking her introductory psychology course. At the time, I was struggling to adapt to university life and feeling quite overwhelmed by the academic demands. What immediately struck me about her was not just her extensive knowledge in her field, but her extraordinary capacity for understanding students’ individual challenges and tailoring her support accordingly.
What truly sets Dr. Hoa apart is the holistic nature of her support. Rather than simply focusing on academic performance, she recognizes that students are multifaceted individuals facing various pressures. She pioneered a peer mentorship program at our university where senior students could guide newcomers through the transition. Beyond that, she maintains an open-door policy and has cultivated an environment where students feel psychologically safe to voice their concerns without fear of judgment. I’ve witnessed countless occasions where she’s stayed until late evening, patiently counseling students through everything from career dilemmas to personal crises.
What I find particularly remarkable is that her supportiveness extends far beyond her professional obligations. She actively advocates for students from disadvantaged backgrounds, helping them secure scholarships and navigate the often daunting bureaucratic processes. I remember when a classmate of mine, who came from a rural area and was considering dropping out due to financial constraints, was encouraged by Dr. Hoa to persist. She didn’t just offer hollow encouragement; she leveraged her networks to help him find part-time research positions and even wrote compelling recommendation letters that ultimately led to a full scholarship.
I believe what makes Dr. Hoa exceptionally supportive is her genuine conviction that education should be a catalyst for personal transformation, not merely a transaction of knowledge. She once shared with us her own journey – coming from humble beginnings and facing considerable obstacles in pursuing higher education – which gives her authentic insight into students’ struggles. This lived experience, combined with her natural empathy and boundless energy, creates what I can only describe as a ripple effect of positive change. Students she’s helped often pay it forward, creating a culture of mutual support that permeates our alumni network.
Her influence has been truly transformative for me personally. She taught me that authentic support isn’t about grand gestures; it’s about consistent presence, active listening, and empowering others to discover their own agency. Whenever I face situations where I can help others, I find myself asking, “What would Dr. Hoa do?” She’s not just a mentor; she’s a living testament to the profound difference one person can make through sustained compassion and unwavering belief in others’ potential.
Phân Tích Band Điểm
| Tiêu chí | Band | Nhận xét |
|---|---|---|
| Fluency & Coherence | 8.5-9 | Exceptionally fluent với sophisticated discourse markers và logical progression. Natural hesitation với “What I find particularly remarkable”. Seamless transitions giữa ideas |
| Lexical Resource | 8.5-9 | Wide range of sophisticated vocabulary (embodies altruism, profound impact, holistic nature, catalyst for transformation). Natural use of less common idiomatic expressions (ripple effect, pay it forward, living testament) |
| Grammatical Range & Accuracy | 8.5-9 | Full range of structures với accuracy. Complex sentences với multiple clauses. Effective use of participle phrases, relative clauses, conditional forms. Virtually error-free |
| Pronunciation | 8.5-9 | Giả định features of L1 có minimal effect on intelligibility |
Tại Sao Bài Này Xuất Sắc
🎯 Fluency Hoàn Hảo:
- Speaks at length without noticeable effort với natural flow
- Uses sophisticated discourse markers: “What truly sets her apart”, “Beyond that”, “What I find particularly remarkable”
- Demonstrates confident delivery với appropriate pace and pausing
📚 Vocabulary Tinh Vi:
- Ví dụ: “embodies the spirit of altruism” – không chỉ nói “helpful” mà dùng abstract noun thể hiện concept
- Ví dụ: “profound impact that continues to resonate” – metaphorical language tạo depth
- Ví dụ: “cultivated an environment where students feel psychologically safe” – academic language phù hợp với context
- Ví dụ: “ripple effect of positive change” – visual metaphor powerful và memorable
- Collocations tự nhiên: “leverage networks”, “hollow encouragement”, “compelling recommendation letters”
📝 Grammar Đa Dạng:
- Ví dụ: “Rather than simply focusing on academic performance, she recognizes that students are multifaceted individuals facing various pressures” – complex sentence với contrast và relative clause
- Ví dụ: “She didn’t just offer hollow encouragement; she leveraged her networks to help him find part-time research positions” – parallel structure với semicolon
- Ví dụ: “This lived experience, combined with her natural empathy and boundless energy, creates what I can only describe as a ripple effect” – participial phrase + relative clause
- Effective use of passive voice: “Students she’s helped often pay it forward”
💡 Ideas Sâu Sắc:
- Không chỉ kể về actions mà analyze motivations và impact
- Shows understanding of broader implications: “culture of mutual support”, “ripple effect”
- Demonstrates critical thinking: phân biệt giữa “grand gestures” và “consistent presence”
- Personal growth: “Whenever I face situations where I can help others, I find myself asking…”
- Philosophical depth: “education should be a catalyst for personal transformation, not merely a transaction of knowledge”
Follow-up Questions (Rounding Off Questions)
Sau khi bạn hoàn thành phần nói 2 phút, giám khảo thường hỏi thêm 1-2 câu ngắn để kết thúc Part 2 trước khi chuyển sang Part 3. Đây là những câu hỏi đơn giản liên quan trực tiếp đến người bạn vừa miêu tả.
Question 1: Do you still keep in touch with this person?
Band 6-7 Answer:
Yes, I do. We sometimes message each other on social media. Although we don’t meet often because we’re both busy, I still consider her an important person in my life.
Band 8-9 Answer:
Absolutely! We’ve maintained regular contact over the years, though our interactions have naturally evolved with time. These days, we mostly connect through video calls every few months to catch up on each other’s lives. While we may not be in touch as frequently as before, the bond we share remains strong, and I still turn to her for advice whenever I’m facing significant decisions.
Question 2: Would you like to be like this person?
Band 6-7 Answer:
Yes, definitely. She has many good qualities that I admire. I try to learn from her example and be more helpful to others. I hope I can have the same positive impact on people around me.
Band 8-9 Answer:
That’s an interesting question. I’d say I aspire to emulate her compassionate approach to helping others, though I recognize that we’re different individuals with unique strengths. What I’ve tried to internalize from observing her is not to copy her actions exactly, but to develop my own authentic way of supporting others that aligns with my personality and capabilities. She’s shown me that being supportive doesn’t mean sacrificing yourself – it’s about finding sustainable ways to make a meaningful difference while staying true to who you are.
IELTS Speaking Part 3: Two-way Discussion
Tổng Quan Về Part 3
Part 3 kéo dài 4-5 phút và là phần khó nhất của IELTS Speaking. Giám khảo sẽ đặt các câu hỏi trừu tượng, mang tính phân tích sâu về chủ đề đã được đề cập trong Part 2. Đây là lúc bạn cần thể hiện khả năng critical thinking và sử dụng academic language.
Đặc điểm:
- Câu hỏi trừu tượng, theoretical về xã hội, văn hóa, xu hướng
- Yêu cầu phân tích, so sánh, đánh giá nhiều góc độ
- Không còn về kinh nghiệm cá nhân mà về perspectives rộng hơn
- Test khả năng discuss ideas ở level sophisticated
Yêu cầu:
- Express and justify opinions rõ ràng
- Compare and contrast different viewpoints
- Speculate về causes và effects
- Discuss advantages và disadvantages
- Make predictions về tương lai
Chiến lược:
- Mở rộng câu trả lời (aim for 3-5 câu)
- Structure: Direct answer → Explanation → Example → Conclusion/nuance
- Sử dụng discourse markers để tổ chức ý
- Đưa ra examples từ society, không chỉ personal
- Acknowledge complexity và different perspectives
- Use tentative language để show critical thinking
Lỗi thường gặp của học viên Việt Nam:
- Trả lời quá ngắn (1-2 câu), thiếu elaboration
- Chỉ đưa ra opinion mà không có justification
- Thiếu từ vựng abstract và academic
- Không đưa ra examples cụ thể cho arguments
- Trả lời theo kiểu Yes/No đơn giản thay vì explore nhiều góc độ
- Không structure câu trả lời, nói loạn xạ
Để hiểu rõ hơn về cách người khác có thể ảnh hưởng tích cực đến cuộc sống của bạn, bạn có thể tham khảo describe a special day you spent with friends, nơi sự hỗ trợ và kết nối với người khác tạo nên những kỷ niệm đáng nhớ.
Các Câu Hỏi Thảo Luận Sâu
Theme 1: Social Support and Community
Question 1: Why do you think some people are naturally more supportive than others?
🎯 Phân tích câu hỏi:
- Dạng: Cause and Effect – yêu cầu analyze reasons
- Key words: “naturally more supportive” – focus vào innate qualities vs learned behaviors
- Cách tiếp cận:
- Acknowledge là combination of factors
- Discuss nature factors (personality, empathy)
- Discuss nurture factors (upbringing, experiences)
- Give examples cho mỗi factor
📝 Sample Answer – Band 6-7:
I think there are several reasons. First, some people have kind personalities from birth. They feel happy when they help others. Second, their families teach them to be helpful when they are children. For example, parents who volunteer often have children who also like to help. Finally, people who received help before often want to help others too.
Phân tích:
- Structure: Clear với first, second, finally
- Vocabulary: Basic (kind personalities, like to help) nhưng adequate
- Tại sao Band 6-7: Communicates ideas clearly nhưng lacks sophistication và depth of analysis
📝 Sample Answer – Band 8-9:
Well, I think it’s a complex interplay of both inherent traits and environmental influences. On the nature side, some individuals seem to be hardwired with higher levels of empathy and emotional intelligence – they’re naturally attuned to others’ feelings and have what we might call a giving disposition. Research in psychology suggests that certain personality types, particularly those scoring high in agreeableness, are predisposed to helping behaviors.
However, I’d argue that nurture plays an equally crucial role. People who grow up in supportive family environments where altruism is modeled and reinforced tend to internalize these values. For instance, children whose parents actively volunteer or demonstrate compassion in everyday interactions are more likely to develop similar tendencies. Beyond family, formative experiences can shape this trait too – someone who struggled through adversity and received vital support often develops profound empathy for others in similar situations.
What’s particularly interesting is how these factors intersect. Even those naturally inclined to help may not fully develop this quality without the right environment, while others who weren’t innately empathetic can cultivate supportiveness through conscious effort and exposure to positive role models. At the end of the day, I believe supportiveness, like most human qualities, exists on a spectrum and can be nurtured regardless of one’s starting point.
Phân tích:
- Structure: Sophisticated với clear progression: nature → nurture → intersection of both → conclusion
- Vocabulary: Academic và precise (interplay, hardwired, predisposed to, internalize, formative experiences)
- Grammar: Complex structures với relative clauses, conditionals, passive voice
- Critical Thinking: Balanced view với nuance, acknowledging complexity
💡 Key Language Features:
- Discourse markers: Well, However, Beyond family, What’s particularly interesting, At the end of the day
- Tentative language: I think, I’d argue, tend to, may not, I believe
- Abstract nouns: interplay, disposition, altruism, adversity, empathy, spectrum
- Academic collocations: inherent traits, environmental influences, formative experiences, conscious effort
Question 2: In what ways can schools encourage students to be more supportive of each other?
🎯 Phân tích câu hỏi:
- Dạng: Suggestion/Solutions – yêu cầu đưa ra methods
- Key words: “schools”, “encourage”, “supportive of each other”
- Cách tiếp cận:
- Đưa ra multiple solutions
- Explain how each solution works
- Give specific examples
- Possibly acknowledge challenges
📝 Sample Answer – Band 6-7:
Schools can do many things to encourage students to support each other. They can create group projects where students work together. Teachers can also organize charity activities so students learn about helping others. Another way is to have peer tutoring programs where older students help younger ones. These activities teach students that helping others is important.
Phân tích:
- Structure: Lists multiple solutions clearly
- Vocabulary: Adequate (group projects, charity activities, peer tutoring) nhưng basic
- Tại sao Band 6-7: Relevant answers nhưng lacks detailed explanation và sophisticated language
📝 Sample Answer – Band 8.5-9:
Schools have tremendous potential to foster a culture of mutual support, and I can think of several strategic approaches they could adopt. First and foremost, integrating collaborative learning into the curriculum can organically develop supportive behaviors. When students are regularly engaged in group projects that require genuine interdependence – not just dividing tasks but truly building on each other’s strengths – they learn that collective success depends on everyone contributing and supporting one another.
Beyond academics, schools could implement structured peer mentorship programs. I’m thinking of systems where senior students are formally trained to guide younger ones through academic and social challenges. This serves a dual purpose: the mentors develop leadership skills and empathy, while mentees feel supported during vulnerable transitions. From what I’ve observed in schools that have piloted such initiatives, they often create cascading effects – students who’ve been mentored feel compelled to pay it forward when they progress.
Another crucial element is recognition and reinforcement. Schools could establish systems that celebrate not just academic excellence but also acts of kindness and support. This could range from peer-nominated awards to showcasing students’ supportive actions in school assemblies. When students see that compassionate behavior is valued institutionally, it becomes part of the school culture rather than an isolated virtue.
That said, I think the most impactful approach might be embedding empathy education explicitly into the curriculum. Dedicating time to emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, and perspective-taking equips students with foundational skills for being supportive. Ultimately, creating supportive students isn’t about imposing rules – it’s about cultivating an environment where helping others feels natural and rewarding.
Phân tích:
- Structure: Multiple well-developed solutions với clear transitions
- Vocabulary: Sophisticated (foster a culture, organically develop, cascading effects, embedding empathy education)
- Grammar: Variety of complex structures perfectly executed
- Critical Thinking: Shows understanding of both practical methods và underlying psychology
💡 Key Language Features:
- Discourse markers for listing: First and foremost, Beyond academics, Another crucial element, That said, Ultimately
- Academic phrases: tremendous potential, strategic approaches, dual purpose, impactful approach
- Cause-effect language: create cascading effects, leads to, results in
- Hedging: could, might, from what I’ve observed
Theme 2: Changing Nature of Support
Question 3: How has technology changed the way people support each other?
🎯 Phân tích câu hỏi:
- Dạng: Compare and Contrast (past vs present)
- Key words: “technology changed”, “way people support”
- Cách tiếp cận:
- Acknowledge positive changes
- Discuss negative aspects
- Provide concrete examples
- Balanced conclusion
📝 Sample Answer – Band 6-7:
Technology has changed support in many ways. Now people can help each other online even if they live far away. For example, we can send money quickly through mobile apps. Social media also helps people share information about charity campaigns. However, sometimes online support is not as personal as face-to-face help. People might just share a post but not really do anything to help.
Phân tích:
- Structure: Presents both positive and negative sides
- Vocabulary: Basic but relevant (mobile apps, social media, face-to-face)
- Tại sao Band 6-7: Clear communication nhưng lacks depth và sophisticated analysis
📝 Sample Answer – Band 8.5-9:
Technology has fundamentally transformed the landscape of social support in both promising and problematic ways. On the positive side, it’s democratized our ability to help others by removing geographical barriers. We’re now living in an era where someone can launch a crowdfunding campaign that mobilizes thousands of donors globally within hours, or where online communities provide round-the-clock emotional support for people dealing with niche challenges – from rare medical conditions to specific phobias – who might otherwise feel isolated.
What’s particularly powerful is how technology has amplified the reach and efficiency of support. Take disaster relief, for instance. When natural disasters strike, digital platforms enable immediate coordination of resources, real-time information sharing, and rapid fund mobilization that would have been unthinkable a generation ago. Virtual volunteering has also emerged – people can now contribute their skills remotely, whether it’s offering pro bono consulting to nonprofits or providing online tutoring to students in underserved areas.
However, there’s a concerning flipside to this digital transformation. Social media has sometimes commodified support into what I’d call “performative kindness” – people sharing or liking posts about causes to signal virtue rather than engaging in meaningful action. This “slacktivism” creates an illusion of impact without substantial commitment. Moreover, the impersonal nature of much online support can lack the emotional depth and human connection that face-to-face interaction provides. There’s something irreplaceable about physical presence when someone’s going through crisis.
I’d argue we’re still navigating this transition. The ideal scenario would be leveraging technology’s efficiency and reach while maintaining the authenticity and depth of traditional support. Technology should be a tool that enhances, not replaces, genuine human compassion.
Những thời điểm chúng ta phải đối mặt với các tình huống không lường trước được cũng là lúc sự hỗ trợ từ người khác trở nên quý giá nhất, điều này được phản ánh rõ trong describe a time when you dealt with an unexpected situation.
Phân tích:
- Structure: Exceptional với clear progression: positive aspects → negative aspects → balanced conclusion
- Vocabulary: Wide-ranging và sophisticated (democratized, amplified, commodified, slacktivism, performative kindness)
- Grammar: Full range of complex structures với accuracy
- Critical Thinking: Nuanced analysis với coined terms (performative kindness, slacktivism) và balanced perspective
Theme 3: Cultural and Generational Differences
Question 4: Do you think people from different cultures show support in different ways?
🎯 Phân tích câu hỏi:
- Dạng: Opinion with Analysis
- Key words: “different cultures”, “show support”, “different ways”
- Cách tiếp cận:
- Direct answer (Yes with qualification)
- Explain cultural dimensions that affect support
- Give specific cultural examples
- Acknowledge commonalities despite differences
📝 Sample Answer – Band 7-8:
Yes, definitely. Different cultures have different ways of showing support. In Asian cultures, people often show support through actions rather than words. For example, parents might cook meals for their children instead of saying “I love you” directly. In Western cultures, people are more direct with their feelings and often express support verbally. Another difference is that collectivist cultures like Vietnam emphasize family support, while individualist cultures might rely more on professional services like therapists. However, the intention to help is the same across all cultures.
Phân tích:
- Structure: Clear comparison between cultures
- Vocabulary: Good use of cultural concepts (collectivist, individualist, actions vs words)
- Tại sao Band 7-8: Good cultural awareness nhưng could go deeper với more sophisticated analysis
📝 Sample Answer – Band 8.5-9:
Absolutely, and I find this cultural variation in supportive behaviors fascinating from an anthropological perspective. The differences stem from fundamental cultural values regarding relationships, communication, and social obligations.
In collectivist societies, particularly in Asia, support often manifests in more indirect, action-oriented ways that emphasize interdependence. There’s what researchers call “high-context communication” where support is conveyed through subtle gestures rather than explicit statements. For instance, in Vietnamese culture, a parent’s support might be expressed through preparing favorite meals, ensuring financial stability, or making sacrifices for children’s education – acts that speak louder than verbal affirmations. There’s also a strong emphasis on reciprocal obligations within extended family networks; support isn’t seen as optional but as a moral duty tied to maintaining harmony within the collective.
In contrast, individualistic Western cultures tend toward more explicit, verbalized forms of support. People are encouraged to articulate their feelings and needs directly, and support often comes with explicit acknowledgment – saying “I’m here for you” or “I believe in you.” There’s also greater reliance on formal support systems like counseling services and support groups, which reflects the value placed on professional boundaries and personal independence.
Another intriguing dimension is the concept of “saving face” in many Asian cultures, which shapes how support is offered and received. People might be reluctant to burden others with their problems, and support often needs to be offered tactfully to avoid making the recipient feel indebted or embarrassed. Conversely, in cultures where directness is valued, openly asking for help is seen as healthy and mature rather than a sign of weakness.
That being said, we shouldn’t overstate these differences. At their core, all cultures recognize the universal human need for support and connection. The forms may vary, but the underlying intention – to alleviate suffering and foster wellbeing – is remarkably consistent across humanity. With globalization, we’re also seeing these cultural patterns blur and blend, creating hybrid approaches to support that draw from multiple traditions.
Phân tích:
- Structure: Sophisticated với multiple layers of analysis
- Vocabulary: Academic và precise (anthropological perspective, high-context communication, reciprocal obligations, saving face)
- Grammar: Complex structures executed flawlessly
- Critical Thinking: Demonstrates deep cultural understanding với nuance và avoids stereotyping
Sự khác biệt văn hóa trong cách thể hiện sự hỗ trợ giữa các nền văn hóa IELTS Speaking
Question 5: What are the benefits and drawbacks of relying on family for support versus seeking professional help?
🎯 Phân tích câu hỏi:
- Dạng: Advantages and Disadvantages Comparison
- Key words: “family support” vs “professional help”, “benefits and drawbacks”
- Cách tiếp cận:
- Discuss family support: advantages + disadvantages
- Discuss professional help: advantages + disadvantages
- Suggest balanced approach
📝 Sample Answer – Band 8.5-9:
This is a nuanced question that really depends on the nature of the issue someone’s facing. Both sources of support have their merits and limitations.
Family support offers several distinct advantages. First and foremost, there’s an established foundation of trust and unconditional love – family members typically have your best interests at heart without any ulterior motives. They also possess intimate knowledge of your history, personality, and circumstances, which means they can provide contextually relevant advice and support that’s tailored to who you are. On a practical level, family support is usually readily accessible and doesn’t come with financial barriers. There’s also something emotionally reassuring about leaning on people who’ve known you throughout your life.
However, these very qualities can also present drawbacks. Family members may be too emotionally invested, which can cloud their judgment. They might struggle with objectivity, either being overly protective or, conversely, having predetermined expectations that influence their advice. Moreover, family dynamics can complicate the support process – past conflicts, power imbalances, or generational differences might interfere with open communication. For certain issues, particularly sensitive topics like mental health or marital problems, family might lack the specialized knowledge needed or may even be part of the problem themselves.
Professional help, on the other hand, brings expertise and objectivity to the table. Therapists, counselors, and other professionals have formal training in evidence-based techniques and can offer structured interventions that family members simply aren’t equipped to provide. They operate within ethical frameworks that ensure confidentiality and maintain appropriate boundaries. For complex psychological issues, addiction, or trauma, professional support isn’t just beneficial – it’s often essential.
The drawbacks here include cost – quality professional help can be prohibitively expensive for many – and the impersonal nature of the relationship. Some people find it challenging to open up to strangers, and there’s often a trial-and-error process in finding the right professional fit. Cultural stigma around seeking therapy can also be a significant barrier, particularly in societies where mental health issues are taboo.
Ideally, I believe these shouldn’t be mutually exclusive options. The most robust support system integrates both informal family support for everyday challenges and emotional sustenance, and professional help when dealing with issues that require specialized intervention. It’s about leveraging the strengths of each while being aware of their limitations.
Phân tích:
- Structure: Exceptionally organized với clear comparison
- Vocabulary: Sophisticated và precise (nuanced, ulterior motives, cloud judgment, power imbalances, prohibitively expensive)
- Grammar: Full range of structures với accuracy
- Critical Thinking: Balanced, thoughtful analysis với practical conclusion
Theme 4: Support in Workplace and Professional Contexts
Question 6: How important is it for companies to create a supportive work environment?
🎯 Phân tích câu hỏi:
- Dạng: Importance + Justification
- Key words: “companies”, “supportive work environment”, “how important”
- Cách tiếp cận:
- State strong opinion on importance
- Explain multiple reasons (productivity, retention, wellbeing)
- Give examples
- Discuss consequences of not doing so
📝 Sample Answer – Band 8.5-9:
I’d argue it’s absolutely crucial, and companies that overlook this are essentially shooting themselves in the foot from both ethical and business perspectives.
From a human standpoint, employees spend a substantial portion of their lives at work – often more waking hours than with their families. Creating a supportive environment is therefore a moral imperative regarding people’s quality of life and psychological wellbeing. When employees feel genuinely supported – whether through flexible arrangements, mental health resources, or simply cultivated culture where asking for help isn’t seen as weakness – it fundamentally impacts their overall life satisfaction.
Beyond ethics, there are compelling business reasons. Mounting research demonstrates that supportive workplaces correlate strongly with enhanced productivity. When employees feel valued and supported, they’re more engaged, creative, and willing to go above and beyond. Conversely, toxic work environments characterized by cutthroat competition and lack of support lead to burnout, high turnover, and diminished performance. The costs associated with recruiting and training replacements for employees who leave due to unsupportive conditions are staggering – some estimates suggest replacing an employee costs 1.5 to 2 times their annual salary.
A supportive environment also fosters innovation. When people feel psychologically safe to take risks and potentially fail without harsh repercussions, they’re more likely to propose novel ideas and challenge the status quo. Companies like Google have famously demonstrated this through initiatives like their “20% time” policy, which stemmed from a supportive culture that values employee autonomy and creative exploration.
On a broader level, companies with reputations for being supportive gain competitive advantages in attracting top talent. In today’s job market, particularly among younger generations, workplace culture and work-life balance are often weighted as heavily as compensation when evaluating opportunities.
That said, creating genuinely supportive environments requires more than superficial gestures like installing ping-pong tables or offering fruit baskets. It demands systemic commitment – from leadership modeling supportive behaviors to implementing policies that accommodate diverse needs, to ensuring workloads are sustainable. It’s an ongoing investment, but one that yields dividends in virtually every measurable outcome.
Những khi bạn phải vượt qua thất bại, sự có mặt của những người hỗ trợ sẽ giúp bạn đứng dậy nhanh hơn, như trong describe a time when you had to deal with a failure.
Phân tích:
- Structure: Comprehensive với multiple angles (ethical, business, innovation)
- Vocabulary: Professional và sophisticated (shooting themselves in the foot, moral imperative, mounting research, staggering costs)
- Grammar: Complex structures perfectly executed
- Critical Thinking: Well-reasoned argument với data references và practical insights
Từ vựng và cụm từ quan trọng
Topic-Specific Vocabulary
| Từ vựng/Cụm từ | Loại từ | Phiên âm | Nghĩa tiếng Việt | Ví dụ | Collocation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| altruism | n | /ˈæl.tru.ɪ.zəm/ | Lòng vị tha, sự tận tụy vì người khác | Her altruism inspires everyone around her. | genuine altruism, display altruism, spirit of altruism |
| empathy | n | /ˈem.pə.θi/ | Sự đồng cảm, khả năng thấu hiểu cảm xúc người khác | A good supporter needs deep empathy. | show empathy, lack empathy, develop empathy, natural empathy |
| unwavering | adj | /ʌnˈweɪ.vər.ɪŋ/ | Kiên định, không lay chuyển | His unwavering support helped me through difficult times. | unwavering commitment, unwavering support, unwavering belief |
| compassionate | adj | /kəmˈpæʃ.ən.ət/ | Đầy lòng trắc ẩn, từ bi | She’s known for her compassionate nature. | compassionate person, compassionate approach, deeply compassionate |
| go above and beyond | idiom | /ɡəʊ əˈbʌv ənd bɪˈjɒnd/ | Làm nhiều hơn mong đợi, tận tâm | She always goes above and beyond to help her students. | willing to go above and beyond |
| lend a hand | idiom | /lend ə hænd/ | Giúp đỡ (thành ngữ) | He’s always ready to lend a hand when needed. | happy to lend a hand, willing to lend a hand |
| take under one’s wing | idiom | /teɪk ˈʌn.dər wʌnz wɪŋ/ | Bảo trợ, chăm sóc ai đó | My mentor took me under his wing when I first started. | take someone under wing |
| emotional support | n phrase | /ɪˈməʊ.ʃən.əl səˈpɔːt/ | Sự hỗ trợ tinh thần | Sometimes people need emotional support more than practical help. | provide emotional support, offer emotional support, need emotional support |
| encouraging | adj | /ɪnˈkʌr.ɪ.dʒɪŋ/ | Khích lệ, động viên | Her encouraging words motivated me to keep trying. | encouraging words, encouraging attitude, highly encouraging |
| selfless | adj | /ˈself.ləs/ | Không ích kỷ, quên mình | His selfless dedication to others is admirable. | selfless act, selfless individual, truly selfless |
| make a difference | phrase | /meɪk ə ˈdɪf.ər.əns/ | Tạo ra sự khác biệt, có tác động | Small acts of kindness can make a huge difference. | make a real difference, make a positive difference |
| pillar of support | n phrase | /ˈpɪl.ər əv səˈpɔːt/ | Trụ cột tinh thần | My mother has been my pillar of support throughout my life. | serve as pillar of support, main pillar of support |
| reach out | phrasal v | /riːtʃ aʊt/ | Chủ động liên hệ, đưa tay giúp đỡ | Don’t hesitate to reach out if you need help. | reach out for help, reach out to someone |
| in someone’s corner | idiom | /ɪn ˈsʌm.wʌnz ˈkɔː.nər/ | Ủng hộ, đứng về phía ai đó | It’s comforting to know she’s always in my corner. | have someone in corner |
| shoulder to cry on | idiom | /ˈʃəʊl.dər tuː kraɪ ɒn/ | Người để tâm sự, dựa vào | He’s more than a friend – he’s a shoulder to cry on. | provide shoulder to cry on, need shoulder to cry on |
| reciprocal | adj | /rɪˈsɪp.rə.kəl/ | Có tính đối ứng, qua lại | Support should be reciprocal in healthy relationships. | reciprocal relationship, reciprocal support |
| foster | v | /ˈfɒs.tər/ | Nuôi dưỡng, khuyến khích phát triển | Schools should foster a culture of mutual support. | foster environment, foster culture, foster relationships |
| psychological safety | n phrase | /ˌsaɪ.kəˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl ˈseɪf.ti/ | Sự an toàn tâm lý | Psychological safety is crucial for open communication. | create psychological safety, sense of psychological safety |
| advocate for | phrasal v | /ˈæd.və.keɪt fɔːr/ | Ủng hộ, vận động cho | She actively advocates for students’ rights. | strongly advocate for, continue to advocate for |
| empower | v | /ɪmˈpaʊ.ər/ | Trao quyền, giúp tự tin | Good support empowers people to solve their own problems. | empower individuals, empower people, feel empowered |
Idiomatic Expressions & Advanced Phrases
| Cụm từ | Nghĩa | Ví dụ sử dụng | Band điểm |
|---|---|---|---|
| be there for someone | Luôn ở bên, sẵn sàng giúp đỡ ai đó | She’s always been there for me during tough times. | 6-7 |
| through thick and thin | Qua gian khổ lẫn thịnh vượng | He supported his friend through thick and thin. | 7-8 |
| a tower of strength | Người vững vàng, là chỗ dựa | My grandmother was a tower of strength for our family. | 7.5-8 |
| pay it forward | Trả ơn bằng cách giúp người khác | After receiving help, I decided to pay it forward. | 7.5-8.5 |
| lift someone’s spirits | Làm ai đó vui lên, động viên | Her encouraging words really lifted my spirits. | 7-8 |
| have someone’s back | Ủng hộ, bảo vệ ai đó | I know my team has my back when things get difficult. | 7-8 |
| weather the storm | Vượt qua khó khăn | With support from family, we weathered the storm together. | 7.5-8 |
| a safe haven | Nơi trú ẩn an toàn, môi trường bảo vệ | Her office became a safe haven for stressed students. | 7.5-8.5 |
| cultivate an environment | Xây dựng, nuôi dưỡng môi trường | Leaders should cultivate an environment of mutual support. | 8-9 |
| ripple effect | Hiệu ứng lan tỏa | One person’s kindness can create a ripple effect. | 8-9 |
| embody the spirit of | Hiện thân cho tinh thần của | She truly embodies the spirit of compassion. | 8-9 |
| go to bat for someone | Ủng hộ mạnh mẽ, bênh vực ai đó | My manager went to bat for me during the review. | 7.5-8 |
Discourse Markers (Từ Nối Ý Trong Speaking)
Để bắt đầu câu trả lời:
- 📝 Well,… – Khi cần thời gian suy nghĩ ngắn, tự nhiên
- 📝 Actually,… – Khi đưa ra góc nhìn khác hoặc sự thật bất ngờ
- 📝 To be honest,… – Khi nói thật, có phần personal opinion
- 📝 I’d say that… – Khi đưa ra quan điểm cá nhân
- 📝 That’s an interesting question… – Khi muốn có thời gian suy nghĩ và show engagement
Để bổ sung ý:
- 📝 On top of that,… – Thêm vào đó (tương đương Moreover)
- 📝 What’s more,… – Hơn nữa
- 📝 Not to mention… – Chưa kể đến
- 📝 Beyond that,… – Ngoài ra còn
- 📝 Another thing worth mentioning is… – Một điều đáng nói nữa là
Để đưa ra quan điểm cân bằng:
- 📝 On the one hand,… On the other hand,… – Một mặt… mặt khác
- 📝 While it’s true that…, we also need to consider… – Mặc dù đúng là… nhưng cũng cần xem xét
- 📝 Having said that,… – Tuy nhiên (sau khi nói điều gì đó)
- 📝 That being said,… – Dù vậy thì
- 📝 Conversely,… – Ngược lại
Để kết luận:
- 📝 All in all,… – Tóm lại, nhìn chung
- 📝 At the end of the day,… – Cuối cùng thì, xét cho cùng
- 📝 Ultimately,… – Cuối cùng, về cơ bản
- 📝 In the final analysis,… – Xét tổng thể
- 📝 The bottom line is… – Điều cốt lõi là
Để đưa ra ví dụ:
- 📝 For instance,… – Ví dụ
- 📝 Take… for example,… – Lấy… làm ví dụ
- 📝 To illustrate this point,… – Để minh họa điều này
- 📝 A case in point is… – Một trường hợp điển hình là
Grammatical Structures Ấn Tượng
1. Conditional Sentences (Câu điều kiện):
-
Mixed conditional:
- Formula: If + Past Perfect, … would + bare infinitive (hiện tại)
- Ví dụ: “If I hadn’t received her support back then, I wouldn’t be where I am today.”
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Inversion với conditional:
- Formula: Had + S + V3, S + would have + V3
- Ví dụ: “Had she not taken me under her wing, I would have struggled far more.”
2. Relative Clauses (Mệnh đề quan hệ):
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Non-defining relative clauses:
- Formula: S, who/which + V, V
- Ví dụ: “My mentor, who has years of experience, always knows how to guide me effectively.”
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Reduced relative clauses:
- Formula: S + V-ing/V3
- Ví dụ: “The support offered by community organizations can make a significant difference.”
3. Passive Voice (Câu bị động):
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Impersonal passive:
- Formula: It is thought/believed/said that…
- Ví dụ: “It is widely believed that supportive work environments lead to higher productivity.”
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Passive with reporting verbs:
- Formula: S + is/are thought/believed/said to…
- Ví dụ: “Empathy is thought to be partly innate and partly learned.”
4. Cleft Sentences (Câu chẻ):
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What-cleft for emphasis:
- Formula: What + S + V + is/was…
- Ví dụ: “What I find most impressive is her ability to listen without judgment.”
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It-cleft:
- Formula: It + be + focus + that/who…
- Ví dụ: “It was her unwavering support that helped me overcome my challenges.”
5. Participle Clauses:
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Present participle:
- Formula: V-ing…, S + V
- Ví dụ: “Recognizing my struggle, she offered to mentor me personally.”
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Past participle:
- Formula: V3…, S + V
- Ví dụ: “Empowered by her encouragement, I finally pursued my dreams.”
6. Inversion for Emphasis:
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Negative adverbials:
- Formula: Never/Rarely/Seldom + auxiliary + S + V
- Ví dụ: “Never have I met someone so dedicated to helping others.”
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Only:
- Formula: Only + time expression + auxiliary + S + V
- Ví dụ: “Only when I faced difficulties did I realize how valuable her support was.”
7. Subjunctive Mood:
- It’s important/essential/crucial that:
- Formula: It’s + adjective + that + S + (should) + bare infinitive
- Ví dụ: “It’s essential that companies create environments where employees feel supported.”
8. Advanced Comparison:
- The more…, the more…:
- Formula: The + comparative + S + V, the + comparative + S + V
- Ví dụ: “The more support people receive, the more likely they are to help others.”
Sự động viên từ những người xung quanh cũng đóng vai trò quan trọng trong việc duy trì động lực, như đã được đề cập trong describe a situation when you were very motivated.
Bài viết này đã cung cấp cho bạn một cái nhìn toàn diện về cách tiếp cận chủ đề “Describe a person who is very supportive of others” trong IELTS Speaking. Từ việc phân tích chi tiết các câu hỏi trong cả ba Part, đến các bài mẫu theo nhiều band điểm khác nhau, cùng với kho từ vựng phong phú và cấu trúc ngữ pháp nâng cao – tất cả đều được thiết kế để giúp bạn tự tin hơn trong kỳ thi.
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