Chủ đề thể thao và khả năng kết nối con người là một trong những đề tài phổ biến và thú vị trong IELTS Speaking. Từ việc thảo luận về các hoạt động thể thao yêu thích trong Part 1, mô tả trải nghiệm thể thao đáng nhớ ở Part 2, cho đến phân tích tác động xã hội của thể thao trong Part 3, chủ đề này mang đến nhiều cơ hội để thí sinh thể hiện vốn từ vựng đa dạng và khả năng phân tích sâu sắc.
Tần suất xuất hiện:
Chủ đề sports and community xuất hiện với tần suất cao trong các kỳ thi IELTS từ 2022 đến 2024, đặc biệt trong bối cảnh sau đại dịch khi mọi người quan tâm nhiều hơn đến hoạt động cộng đồng và sức khỏe. Theo thống kê từ các nguồn như IELTS-Blog.com và IELTSLiz.com, các câu hỏi liên quan đến sports bringing people together xuất hiện ít nhất 2-3 lần mỗi quý. Dự đoán khả năng xuất hiện trong tương lai: Cao, đặc biệt với các sự kiện thể thao lớn như Olympic, World Cup.
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IELTS Speaking Part 1: Introduction and Interview
Tổng Quan Về Part 1
Part 1 kéo dài 4-5 phút với các câu hỏi ngắn về cuộc sống hàng ngày. Đối với chủ đề sports, examiner thường hỏi về thói quen, sở thích cá nhân và trải nghiệm thể thao của bạn. Mục tiêu là trả lời tự nhiên, mở rộng ý trong 2-3 câu mà không quá dài dòng.
Lỗi thường gặp của học viên Việt Nam:
- Trả lời quá ngắn kiểu “Yes, I do” hoặc “No, I don’t” mà không giải thích
- Dùng từ vựng quá đơn giản như “good”, “nice”, “interesting”
- Thiếu ví dụ cụ thể từ kinh nghiệm bản thân
- Nghe có vẻ như đang đọc thuộc lòng một script
Các Câu Hỏi Thường Gặp
Question 1: Do you like playing sports?
Question 2: What sports are popular in your country?
Question 3: Do you prefer watching or playing sports?
Question 4: Did you play any sports when you were a child?
Question 5: Do you think sports can help people make friends?
Question 6: Have you ever been to watch a live sporting event?
Question 7: What kinds of sports do young people in your country enjoy?
Question 8: Do you think it’s important for children to play sports?
Phân Tích và Gợi Ý Trả Lời Chi Tiết
Question: Do you think sports can help people make friends?
🎯 Cách tiếp cận:
- Đưa ra câu trả lời trực tiếp (Yes/No/It depends)
- Giải thích lý do tại sao bạn nghĩ như vậy
- Thêm ví dụ cụ thể từ kinh nghiệm hoặc quan sát của bản thân
📝 Sample Answer – Band 6-7:
“Yes, I think sports can help people make friends easily. When people play sports together, they can talk and have fun. For example, I joined a badminton club last year and I met some nice people there. We became friends because we played together every weekend.”
Phân tích:
- Điểm mạnh: Trả lời trực tiếp câu hỏi, có ví dụ cụ thể từ kinh nghiệm bản thân, cấu trúc câu rõ ràng
- Hạn chế: Từ vựng còn đơn giản (nice, talk, have fun), thiếu các cụm từ collocations tự nhiên, ý tưởng chưa được phát triển sâu
- Tại sao Band 6-7: Fluency ổn nhưng vocabulary còn basic, grammar đúng nhưng đơn giản, ideas đủ nhưng chưa impressive
📝 Sample Answer – Band 8-9:
“Absolutely! I’d say sports are one of the best ice-breakers for forming friendships. When people engage in team sports, they naturally develop a sense of camaraderie through shared experiences and common goals. I’ve noticed this myself when I joined a football club at university – the team spirit we built during training sessions and matches helped us bond quickly, and many of my closest friends today are actually my former teammates.”
Phân tích:
- Điểm mạnh:
- Vocabulary tinh tế: “ice-breakers”, “engage in”, “camaraderie”, “team spirit”, “bond quickly”
- Cấu trúc câu phức tạp với mệnh đề quan hệ và liên từ
- Ý tưởng được phát triển logic: lý do chung → ví dụ cá nhân → kết quả
- Discourse marker tự nhiên: “Absolutely!”, “I’d say”, “I’ve noticed”
- Tại sao Band 8-9:
- Fluency & Coherence: Trôi chảy, không hesitation, các ý nối tiếp logic
- Lexical Resource: Collocations tự nhiên (develop a sense of, build team spirit), từ vựng precise
- Grammar: Variety của cấu trúc (present perfect, relative clauses, compound sentences)
- Pronunciation: Natural linking và stress patterns
💡 Key Vocabulary & Expressions:
- ice-breakers (n): hoạt động giúp mọi người làm quen dễ dàng hơn
- engage in (phrasal verb): tham gia vào hoạt động nào đó
- develop a sense of camaraderie: xây dựng tình bạn đồng đội
- team spirit (n): tinh thần đồng đội
- bond quickly (v): gắn kết nhanh chóng
Question: What sports are popular in your country?
🎯 Cách tiếp cận:
- Đề cập 2-3 môn thể thao phổ biến
- Giải thích tại sao chúng được ưa chuộng
- Có thể so sánh giữa các nhóm người khác nhau
📝 Sample Answer – Band 6-7:
“Football is very popular in Vietnam. Many young people like watching and playing football. Badminton is also popular because it’s easy to play and doesn’t need much equipment. Old people in my country often do morning exercises in parks.”
Phân tích:
- Điểm mạnh: Đưa ra được nhiều ví dụ cụ thể, phân biệt theo nhóm tuổi
- Hạn chế: Các câu ngắn, đơn giản, thiếu linking words, vocabulary cơ bản (very popular, many, easy)
- Tại sao Band 6-7: Ideas adequate nhưng chưa sophisticated, grammar simple nhưng accurate
📝 Sample Answer – Band 8-9:
“I’d say football dominates the sporting landscape in Vietnam, especially among younger generations who are passionate about both playing and following international leagues. Badminton is another hugely popular sport since it’s accessible and doesn’t require expensive equipment – you’ll see people playing it in parks and recreational areas everywhere. For the older generation, traditional activities like morning tai chi and group exercises have become a social ritual, which not only promotes physical health but also fosters community bonds.”
Phân tích:
- Điểm mạnh:
- Vocabulary ấn tượng: “dominates the sporting landscape”, “passionate about”, “hugely popular”, “accessible”, “social ritual”, “fosters community bonds”
- Structure rõ ràng: football (young) → badminton (accessible) → traditional (elderly)
- Đa dạng grammar: relative clauses, compound sentences, không chỉ liệt kê
- Phân tích sâu hơn về social aspect (fostering community bonds)
- Tại sao Band 8-9:
- Lexical range wide với topic-specific vocabulary
- Ideas well-developed với explanations về popularity
- Grammar complexity với multiple clause structures
- Natural discourse với “I’d say”, transitioning smoothly
💡 Key Vocabulary & Expressions:
- dominate the sporting landscape: thống trị bối cảnh thể thao
- passionate about (adj): đam mê với điều gì
- accessible (adj): dễ tiếp cận, dễ tham gia
- recreational areas (n): khu vực giải trí
- foster community bonds: thúc đẩy sự gắn kết cộng đồng
- social ritual (n): nghi thức xã hội, thói quen giao lưu
Question: Have you ever been to watch a live sporting event?
🎯 Cách tiếp cận:
- Trả lời Yes/No rõ ràng
- Nếu Yes: kể về trải nghiệm đó (khi nào, sự kiện gì, cảm giác như thế nào)
- Nếu No: giải thích lý do và nói về mong muốn trong tương lai
📝 Sample Answer – Band 6-7:
“Yes, I went to a football match last year. It was between two local teams in my city. The atmosphere was very exciting and many people were cheering. I really enjoyed watching it live because it was different from watching on TV. The energy was great.”
Phân tích:
- Điểm mạnh: Trả lời đầy đủ với when, what, how it felt, có so sánh với watching on TV
- Hạn chế: Từ vựng về cảm xúc đơn giản (exciting, great, enjoyed), thiếu chi tiết sinh động
- Tại sao Band 6-7: Communicate ý clearly nhưng không memorable, vocabulary adequate
📝 Sample Answer – Band 8-9:
“Yes, actually I had the chance to attend a V-League football match about six months ago, and it was absolutely electrifying. The stadium was packed with enthusiastic fans, and the atmosphere was incredible – you could really feel the collective energy and passion radiating from the crowd. What struck me most was how the shared experience of cheering together created this instant connection among complete strangers. The roar of the crowd when our team scored was something you simply can’t experience through a screen – it gave me goosebumps and made me realize why live sports have such a unique power to unite people.”
Phân tích:
- Điểm mạnh:
- Vivid descriptions: “electrifying”, “packed with enthusiastic fans”, “roar of the crowd”, “goosebumps”
- Personal insight: nhận xét về khả năng kết nối mọi người của live sports
- Complex sentences với multiple clauses
- Emotional language phản ánh genuine experience
- Link back to main topic (sports bringing people together)
- Tại sào Band 8-9:
- Fluency xuất sắc với natural flow
- Vocabulary sophisticated và emotive
- Grammar variety với complex structures
- Ideas insightful, không chỉ describe mà còn analyze
💡 Key Vocabulary & Expressions:
- electrifying (adj): hứng khởi, sôi động đến điện
- packed with (adj phrase): chật kín, đông nghẹt
- collective energy (n): năng lượng tập thể
- passion radiating: sự đam mê tỏa ra
- instant connection: sự kết nối tức thì
- roar of the crowd: tiếng reo hò của đám đông
- goosebumps (n): da gà (từ xúc động)
- unique power to unite: sức mạnh độc đáo để đoàn kết
Nội dung về describe a person you know who enjoys adventure sports cũng mang đến góc nhìn thú vị về việc thể thao có thể tạo nên những mối quan hệ đặc biệt giữa những người có cùng đam mê. Việc hiểu rõ cách kể về người khác trong bối cảnh thể thao sẽ giúp bạn mở rộng khả năng diễn đạt trong Part 1.
Học viên đang trả lời câu hỏi IELTS Speaking Part 1 về chủ đề thể thao với examiner
IELTS Speaking Part 2: Long Turn (Cue Card)
Tổng Quan Về Part 2
Part 2 là phần thi đòi hỏi bạn nói liên tục trong 2-3 phút về một chủ đề cụ thể. Bạn có 1 phút chuẩn bị và nên ghi chú các từ khóa chính thay vì viết câu đầy đủ. Mục tiêu là nói đủ thời gian, trả lời đầy đủ tất cả bullet points, và duy trì sự trôi chảy.
Chiến lược:
- Sử dụng hết 1 phút để ghi chú keywords và cấu trúc
- Nói ít nhất 1.5-2 phút (tối ưu là 2-2.5 phút)
- Cover tất cả bullet points trong cue card
- Sử dụng thì động từ phù hợp (thường là quá khứ khi kể chuyện)
- Thêm chi tiết cảm xúc và personal reflections
Lỗi thường gặp:
- Không sử dụng hết thời gian chuẩn bị, vội nói ngay
- Nói quá ngắn (dưới 1.5 phút) hoặc dừng giữa chừng
- Bỏ sót một trong các bullet points
- Nói quá chung chung, thiếu chi tiết cụ thể
- Lặp lại từ vựng quá nhiều
Cue Card
Describe a time when you watched or participated in a sports event that brought people together.
You should say:
- What the sports event was
- When and where it took place
- Who was involved in this event
- And explain how this event brought people together
Phân Tích Đề Bài
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Dạng câu hỏi: Describe an event/experience (kể về một trải nghiệm)
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Thì động từ: Quá khứ (past simple, past continuous, past perfect)
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Bullet points phải cover:
- WHAT: Môn thể thao/sự kiện gì (football match, marathon, local tournament…)
- WHEN & WHERE: Thời gian và địa điểm cụ thể
- WHO: Ai tham gia (bạn bè, gia đình, cộng đồng, đội bóng nào…)
- EXPLAIN: Đây là phần quan trọng nhất – phải giải thích cụ thể HOW it brought people together
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Câu “explain” quan trọng: Đây là phần ghi điểm cao nhất. Bạn cần phân tích cụ thể cách thể thao kết nối mọi người: qua cảm xúc chung, mục tiêu chung, khoảnh khắc chia sẻ, sự hợp tác, hoặc breaking down barriers.
📝 Sample Answer – Band 6-7
Thời lượng: Khoảng 1.5-2 phút
“I’d like to talk about a football match I watched last year. It was the final match of the World Cup between Argentina and France. I watched it at a coffee shop in my neighborhood with many other people.
The match happened in December 2022, and the coffee shop was very crowded. There were about 50 people there, including young people, old people, and even some families with children. Everyone came to watch this important match together.
The atmosphere was really exciting. When Argentina scored a goal, everyone cheered loudly. Even people who didn’t know each other were celebrating together. During halftime, people talked to each other about the match and shared their opinions. Some people ordered more drinks and food to enjoy during the game.
This event brought people together in several ways. First, everyone had the same interest in football, so it was easy to start conversations. Second, the exciting moments of the match made everyone feel the same emotions at the same time. When the match went to penalty kicks, everyone was nervous together. When Argentina won, everyone was happy and congratulated each other, even strangers. I think this shows that sports can create a strong connection between people, even if they are different in age or background. It was a memorable experience that made me realize how powerful sports are in bringing communities together.”
Phân Tích Band Điểm
| Tiêu chí | Band | Nhận xét |
|---|---|---|
| Fluency & Coherence | 6-7 | Có khả năng nói liên tục, sử dụng một số linking words cơ bản (first, second, when, during). Tuy nhiên còn simple sequences và thiếu variety trong discourse markers |
| Lexical Resource | 6-7 | Vocabulary adequate với “crowded”, “atmosphere”, “celebrated”, “memorable”. Có một số collocations như “scored a goal”, “exciting moments” nhưng còn basic. Lặp lại “people” và “everyone” khá nhiều |
| Grammatical Range & Accuracy | 6-7 | Sử dụng đúng past tenses, có một số complex sentences với “when”, “even if”, “even though”. Tuy nhiên phần lớn là simple và compound sentences |
| Pronunciation | 6-7 | Giả định phát âm rõ ràng, dễ hiểu nhưng có thể chưa có native-like intonation |
Điểm mạnh:
- ✅ Cover đầy đủ tất cả bullet points trong cue card
- ✅ Có cấu trúc rõ ràng: intro → when/where → who → atmosphere → how it brought people together
- ✅ Nói đủ thời gian với details cụ thể
- ✅ Có personal reflection ở cuối
Hạn chế:
- ⚠️ Vocabulary còn repetitive (people, everyone, match)
- ⚠️ Thiếu emotional language để describe feelings
- ⚠️ Grammar structures chưa đủ variety
- ⚠️ Chưa có idiomatic expressions hoặc less common vocabulary
📝 Sample Answer – Band 7.5-8
Thời lượng: Khoảng 2-2.5 phút
“I’d like to share an experience that really stood out for me – watching the 2022 World Cup final between Argentina and France. This epic match took place in December 2022, and I decided to watch it at a local coffee shop in my neighborhood rather than at home because I wanted to soak up the atmosphere with other football enthusiasts.
The venue was absolutely packed that evening. There must have been around 50 people crammed into this small space, and what struck me was the diversity of the crowd – there were young students, middle-aged office workers, elderly football fans, and even some families with young children. People had turned up hours before the match started just to secure a good spot.
The atmosphere throughout the match was simply electric. Every goal, every near-miss, every dramatic moment triggered an immediate reaction from the crowd. What I found particularly fascinating was how people who were complete strangers moments before were now high-fiving, hugging, and celebrating together as if they’d known each other for years. During half-time, I observed groups of people who’d never met before engaging in animated discussions about tactics and predictions.
What really brought everyone together, I think, was the shared emotional journey we experienced during those intense 120 minutes. When the match went to penalties, you could feel the collective tension in the air – it was almost palpable. And when Argentina finally won, the entire place erupted in celebration. People were congratulating strangers, taking photos together, and some were even moved to tears.
This experience taught me that sports, especially football, have this remarkable ability to transcend differences in age, background, or social status. For those few hours, we weren’t individuals from different walks of life – we were simply football fans united by a common passion. It reinforced my belief that sporting events can create these spontaneous communities where people connect on a human level, sharing joy, disappointment, and excitement together.”
Phân Tích Band Điểm
| Tiêu chí | Band | Nhận xét |
|---|---|---|
| Fluency & Coherence | 7.5-8 | Nói trôi chảy với variety of discourse markers (What struck me, particularly, I think). Ideas được organize logic với clear progression. Có connecting phrases sophisticated hơn |
| Lexical Resource | 7.5-8 | Wide range of vocabulary: “stood out”, “soak up atmosphere”, “packed”, “struck me”, “electric”, “erupted in celebration”, “transcend differences”, “united by common passion”. Có collocations tự nhiên và less common lexis |
| Grammatical Range & Accuracy | 7.5-8 | Variety of complex structures: relative clauses, participle clauses, conditionals. Accurate grammar với occasional minor errors không ảnh hưởng communication |
| Pronunciation | 7.5-8 | Giả định có good pronunciation features: word stress, sentence stress, intonation patterns effective |
So Sánh Với Band 6-7
| Khía cạnh | Band 6-7 | Band 7.5-8 |
|---|---|---|
| Vocabulary | “exciting moments”, “celebrated together” | “electric atmosphere”, “erupted in celebration”, “transcend differences” |
| Grammar | “When Argentina won, everyone was happy” | “When Argentina finally won, the entire place erupted in celebration” |
| Ideas | “It was easy to start conversations” | “Shared emotional journey”, “spontaneous communities”, “united by common passion” |
Nếu bạn quan tâm đến cách kể về những trải nghiệm đáng nhớ, bài viết về describe a memorable weekend you had recently sẽ cung cấp thêm kỹ thuật tổ chức ý tưởng và sử dụng thì quá khứ hiệu quả cho Part 2.
Thí sinh IELTS Speaking Part 2 đang trình bày về sự kiện thể thao kết nối cộng đồng
📝 Sample Answer – Band 8.5-9
Thời lượng: 2.5-3 phút đầy đủ
“I’d like to recount what I consider to be one of the most unforgettable sporting experiences of my life – witnessing the 2022 FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and France. This momentous event unfolded in December 2022, and rather than watching it in the comfort of my home, I made a deliberate choice to head to a bustling coffee shop in my neighborhood because I wanted to immerse myself in the collective excitement of fellow football aficionados.
The venue was bursting at the seams that evening – I’d estimate there were roughly 50 people crammed into this relatively modest space. What particularly struck me was the remarkable diversity of the audience: university students rubbing shoulders with retired football veterans, young professionals mingling with elderly enthusiasts, and families with children occupying every available corner. The demographic mix was truly fascinating, and people had begun flocking to the café hours in advance to stake their claim on prime viewing spots.
From the opening whistle, the atmosphere was nothing short of absolutely electrifying. Every goal, every nail-biting near-miss, every controversial decision sent ripples of emotion through the crowd. What I found most heartwarming was observing how complete strangers were bonding instantaneously – people were high-fiving, embracing, and erupting in celebration together as though they were lifelong friends. During the half-time interval, I witnessed numerous impromptu conversations breaking out, with people from vastly different backgrounds engaging in passionate debates about tactics, player performance, and match predictions. These interactions were entirely organic and genuine, unmarred by the usual social barriers that might exist in everyday encounters.
The aspect that truly cemented the communal bond, in my view, was the shared emotional rollercoaster we all experienced during those tension-filled 120 minutes. When the match proceeded to penalties, the palpable anxiety in the room was almost suffocating – you could practically cut the tension with a knife. And when Argentina ultimately clinched victory, the entire establishment exploded into jubilation. Complete strangers were congratulating one another, capturing memories together through photographs, and I even noticed several grown men visibly emotional, with tears streaming down their faces. It was an extraordinarily poignant moment that transcended mere sporting entertainment.
Reflecting on this experience, I’ve come to appreciate that football – and sports more broadly – possess this extraordinary capacity to dissolve social boundaries and forge connections that might otherwise never materialize. For those precious few hours, we shed our individual identities defined by age, profession, or socioeconomic background. Instead, we became a unified collective, bound together by our mutual passion for the beautiful game. The experience profoundly reinforced my conviction that sporting events serve as these remarkable catalysts for building spontaneous, authentic communities where individuals connect on a fundamentally human level, sharing in moments of joy, disappointment, tension, and ultimate triumph. It’s this unique unifying power of sports that makes them so much more than just games – they become social phenomena that remind us of our shared humanity.”
Phân Tích Band Điểm
| Tiêu chí | Band | Nhận xét |
|---|---|---|
| Fluency & Coherence | 8.5-9 | Nói cực kỳ trôi chảy, không hesitation, variety of cohesive devices sophisticated (From the opening whistle, Reflecting on, What particularly struck me). Ideas develop với remarkable coherence và logical progression |
| Lexical Resource | 8.5-9 | Exceptional range: “bursting at the seams”, “rubbing shoulders with”, “stake their claim”, “nail-biting”, “sent ripples of emotion”, “unmarred by”, “cut the tension with a knife”, “clinched victory”, “shed our individual identities”. Natural collocations và idiomatic language |
| Grammatical Range & Accuracy | 8.5-9 | Full range of structures: complex sentences, participle clauses, relative clauses, inversion, cleft sentences. Virtually error-free với complete flexibility |
| Pronunciation | 8.5-9 | Giả định có native-like pronunciation features: perfect stress, rhythm, intonation. Expressive delivery enhances meaning |
Tại Sao Bài Này Xuất Sắc
🎯 Fluency Hoàn Hảo:
Bài nói maintain được smooth flow trong suốt 3 phút mà không có hesitation hay repetition. Discourse markers được sử dụng tinh tế (I’d like to recount, What particularly struck me, Reflecting on this experience) tạo natural transitions giữa các ý.
📚 Vocabulary Tinh Vi:
- “bursting at the seams” thay vì “very crowded” – idiomatic và visual
- “rubbing shoulders with” thay vì “together with” – sophisticated collocation
- “cut the tension with a knife” – idiom expressing extreme tension vividly
- “shed our individual identities” – abstract expression showing deep thinking
- “catalysts for building spontaneous communities” – academic-level vocabulary với precise meaning
📝 Grammar Đa Dạng:
- Participle clauses: “witnessing the 2022 FIFA World Cup”, “Reflecting on this experience”
- Complex relative clauses: “that might otherwise never materialize”
- Abstract noun phrases: “the remarkable diversity of the audience”, “the unique unifying power”
- Inversion for emphasis: “what I found most heartwarming was…”
💡 Ideas Sâu Sắc:
Không chỉ describe event, bài nói còn analyze deeply về social significance của sports. Phrases như “dissolve social boundaries”, “shared humanity”, “social phenomena” cho thấy critical thinking và ability to discuss abstract concepts. Personal reflection cuối bài elevate câu trả lời lên level philosophical.
Follow-up Questions (Rounding Off Questions)
Sau Part 2, examiner thường hỏi thêm 1-2 câu ngắn để transition sang Part 3.
Question 1: Do you still watch football matches regularly now?
Band 6-7 Answer:
“Yes, I try to watch important matches when I have time. I usually watch them with my friends or family because it’s more fun than watching alone.”
Band 8-9 Answer:
“Well, I wouldn’t say I’m a die-hard fan who watches every single match, but I do make a point of catching major tournaments and high-stakes games. I find that the communal viewing experience really enhances the enjoyment, so I often coordinate with friends to watch together whenever there’s a significant fixture.”
Question 2: Would you like to attend more live sporting events in the future?
Band 6-7 Answer:
“Yes, definitely. I think watching sports live is much more exciting than on TV. I would like to go to a big stadium to watch a real match someday.”
Band 8-9 Answer:
“Absolutely! After that experience, I’ve been keen to attend more live events because there’s something truly incomparable about being part of that electric atmosphere. The visceral excitement and collective energy you experience in a stadium simply can’t be replicated through a screen. I’m actually hoping to attend a V-League match soon to support local football and tap into that sense of community again.”
Nếu bạn muốn tìm hiểu thêm về cách trả lời các câu hỏi liên quan đến trải nghiệm cá nhân, bài viết về describe a recent experience that had a lasting impact on you sẽ giúp bạn phát triển kỹ năng kể chuyện có chiều sâu và thể hiện reflective thinking.
IELTS Speaking Part 3: Two-way Discussion
Tổng Quan Về Part 3
Part 3 kéo dài 4-5 phút và là phần thảo luận trừu tượng nhất trong IELTS Speaking. Examiner sẽ đặt những câu hỏi sâu hơn, yêu cầu bạn phân tích, so sánh, đánh giá các vấn đề xã hội liên quan đến chủ đề Part 2. Đây là phần phân biệt giữa Band 7 và Band 8+.
Yêu cầu:
- Phân tích vấn đề từ nhiều góc độ
- Đưa ra quan điểm cá nhân có lý lẽ vững chắc
- Sử dụng ví dụ từ society, không chỉ personal experience
- Thừa nhận sự phức tạp của vấn đề (acknowledge different perspectives)
Chiến lược:
- Mở rộng câu trả lời thành 3-5 câu minimum
- Structure: Direct answer → Reason/Explanation → Example → Nuance/Counter-argument (nếu có)
- Sử dụng discourse markers: Well, Actually, On the one hand, I think, To some extent
- Dùng tentative language: I would say, It seems to me, In my view
- Đưa ra examples từ different contexts hoặc countries
Lỗi thường gặp của học viên Việt Nam:
- Trả lời quá ngắn, chỉ 1-2 câu
- Không phân tích, chỉ nêu opinion mà không giải thích
- Thiếu từ vựng trừu tượng (abstract nouns)
- Không biết cách develop ideas logically
- Speaking too personally thay vì discussing general trends
Các Câu Hỏi Thảo Luận Sâu
Theme 1: Social Benefits of Sports
Question 1: Why do you think sports have the power to unite people from different backgrounds?
🎯 Phân tích câu hỏi:
- Dạng: Why question (yêu cầu giải thích reasons/causes)
- Key words: power to unite, different backgrounds
- Cách tiếp cận:
- Đưa ra 2-3 lý do chính với explanations
- Support bằng examples cụ thể
- Có thể mention psychological hoặc social factors
📝 Sample Answer – Band 6-7:
“I think sports can unite people because everyone can enjoy sports together. When people watch or play sports, they don’t think about their differences like age or job. They just focus on the game and share the same feelings. For example, in the World Cup, people from all countries watch together and feel excited. This helps them to connect with each other.”
Phân tích:
- Structure: Có answer + reason + example, nhưng chưa deeply developed
- Vocabulary: Basic words like “enjoy”, “think about”, “feel excited”
- Tại sao Band 6-7: Ideas are relevant nhưng lack depth và sophistication. Vocabulary và grammar còn simple.
📝 Câu trả lời mẫu – Band 8-9:
“Well, I’d say sports possess this unique unifying power largely because they tap into our fundamental human emotions and create shared experiences that transcend social, economic, or cultural barriers. First and foremost, sports provide a common ground where people can connect through mutual passion rather than being defined by their backgrounds. When you’re cheering for the same team or celebrating a goal together, your profession, social status, or ethnicity becomes irrelevant – you’re simply fellow fans sharing a moment of joy.
Moreover, sports embody universal values like teamwork, fair play, and perseverance that resonate across cultures. These are principles that people from all walks of life can appreciate and admire, creating a sense of solidarity. I think the 2022 World Cup was a perfect example of this – you had fans from completely different continents, speaking different languages, yet they could bond instantly over their love of football, bridging cultural divides that might seem insurmountable in other contexts.
On a deeper level, I believe sports also serve as a kind of social equalizer. In the stadium or on the field, everyone is subject to the same rules and outcomes, which creates this democratic atmosphere where traditional hierarchies are temporarily suspended. This leveling effect allows authentic human connections to flourish.”
Phân tích:
- Structure: Well-organized: Main reason → Supporting reasons → Specific example → Deeper analysis. Uses “First and foremost”, “Moreover”, “On a deeper level” for logical flow
- Vocabulary: Sophisticated expressions: “tap into fundamental human emotions”, “transcend barriers”, “common ground”, “social equalizer”, “leveling effect”, “democratic atmosphere”
- Grammar: Variety of complex structures including relative clauses, participle phrases, abstract nouns, conditional implied meanings
- Critical Thinking: Goes beyond surface-level answer to discuss psychological and sociological dimensions. Acknowledges universal values và democratic nature of sports
💡 Key Language Features:
- Discourse markers: Well, First and foremost, Moreover, On a deeper level
- Tentative language: I’d say, I think, I believe
- Abstract nouns: mutual passion, sense of solidarity, social equalizer, democratic atmosphere, leveling effect
- Powerful verbs: transcend, resonate, embody, bridge, flourish
Question 2: Do you think international sports competitions promote peace and understanding between nations?
🎯 Phân tích câu hỏi:
- Dạng: Opinion question with broader implications
- Key words: international competitions, promote peace, understanding between nations
- Cách tiếp cận:
- Có thể agree/partially agree
- Present both positive aspects và potential limitations
- Use historical hoặc contemporary examples
📝 Sample Answer – Band 6-7:
“Yes, I think international sports can help countries understand each other better. When countries compete in sports like the Olympics, they meet and learn about different cultures. This can reduce misunderstandings between them. However, sometimes sports can also create conflicts when teams or fans disagree. But overall, I think sports are good for peace because they bring nations together.”
Phân tích:
- Structure: Opinion → Reason → Acknowledgment of counter-view → Conclusion
- Vocabulary: Basic expressions như “understand each other better”, “learn about”, “bring together”
- Tại sao Band 6-7: Structure ổn với balanced view nhưng lacks detailed analysis và sophisticated vocabulary
📝 Câu trả lời mẫu – Band 8-9:
“That’s a fascinating question, and I’d say the answer is nuanced. On one hand, international competitions like the Olympics or World Cup certainly have the potential to foster goodwill and cross-cultural understanding. These events create platforms where nations can engage in friendly rivalry rather than conflict, and the ceremonial aspects – like the opening ceremonies and cultural exchanges – showcase the diversity and richness of different societies. There’s also the symbolic value of athletes from various nations competing under the spirit of sportsmanship, which can challenge stereotypes and humanize the ‘other’.
However, I think it would be overly optimistic to claim that sports alone can guarantee peace. History shows us that nationalist sentiments can sometimes be inflamed during international competitions, leading to hooliganism or diplomatic tensions. The 1936 Berlin Olympics, for instance, were exploited for propaganda purposes, which demonstrates that sports can be politicized.
That said, I believe the net effect is generally positive. Sporting diplomacy has played a role in thawing relations between nations – the famous ping-pong diplomacy between the US and China in the 1970s is a classic example. When people witness athletes from supposed ‘enemy’ nations displaying mutual respect and camaraderie, it can chip away at the walls of prejudice. So while sports aren’t a panacea for global conflicts, they certainly contribute to building channels of communication and fostering empathy across borders.”
Phân tích:
- Structure: Balanced argument: Positive aspects → Limitations/Counter-arguments → Conclusion with nuanced position. Shows sophisticated thinking by không simply agree hay disagree
- Vocabulary: Advanced expressions: “nuanced”, “foster goodwill”, “cross-cultural understanding”, “friendly rivalry”, “challenge stereotypes”, “inflamed”, “politicized”, “thawing relations”, “chip away at”, “panacea for”
- Grammar: Complex structures với conditionals, passive voice, relative clauses, abstract nouns
- Critical Thinking: References historical examples (1936 Olympics, ping-pong diplomacy), acknowledges complexity, presents balanced view while maintaining clear position
💡 Key Language Features:
- Discourse markers: On one hand, However, That said, So while
- Tentative language: I’d say, I think, I believe, certainly have the potential
- Academic phrases: it would be overly optimistic to claim, history shows us that, the net effect
- Phrasal verbs: chip away at, thawing relations
Examiner và thí sinh thảo luận chủ đề thể thao trong IELTS Speaking Part 3
Question 3: How has the role of sports in bringing communities together changed over the years?
🎯 Phân tích câu hỏi:
- Dạng: Change question (compare past vs present)
- Key words: role, changed over the years
- Cách tiếp cận:
- Describe how it was in the past
- Explain how it is now
- Discuss reasons for changes (technology, society, etc.)
📝 Sample Answer – Band 6-7:
“I think the way sports bring people together has changed a lot. In the past, people mainly watched sports together in stadiums or on TV at home with family. Now, with the internet and social media, people can watch sports anywhere and talk about it online with people from different countries. This makes it easier to connect with other fans. However, I think watching together in person is still more meaningful because you can feel the atmosphere better.”
Phân tích:
- Structure: Past → Present → Comparison, logical flow
- Vocabulary: Basic terms like “a lot”, “mainly”, “easier”
- Tại sao Band 6-7: Addresses the question adequately với clear comparison nhưng lacks sophisticated analysis của societal changes
📝 Câu trả lời mẫu – Band 8-9:
“That’s an interesting evolution to consider. I’d say the fundamental community-building aspect of sports has remained constant, but the mechanisms and scope have undergone significant transformation, particularly in recent decades.
Traditionally, sports served as a localized form of social bonding – people would gather at neighborhood pitches, local stadiums, or community centers to either participate in or watch sporting events. This created tight-knit, geographically-bound communities where sports functioned as a social ritual that strengthened existing relationships within a defined area.
However, the advent of mass media and, more recently, digital technology has fundamentally altered this dynamic. Today, sports communities have become increasingly transnational and virtual. Fans can now forge connections with fellow supporters on the other side of the world through online forums, social media platforms, and streaming services. The Manchester United fan in Vietnam can engage in real-time discussions with supporters in England, creating what we might call digital tribes united by shared passion rather than physical proximity.
That said, I think this shift presents both opportunities and challenges. On the positive side, it has democratized access to sports and allowed for the formation of more diverse, global communities. People are no longer limited to supporting local teams or connecting only with nearby fans. On the flip side, there’s a concern that these virtual connections might lack the depth and authenticity of traditional, face-to-face sporting communities. The collective effervescence you experience when celebrating with thousands in a stadium is qualitatively different from commenting on a live stream.
Nevertheless, I believe we’re seeing an interesting convergence where both modes coexist. Major sporting events still draw massive crowds and galvanize local communities, while simultaneously creating global conversations online. So in essence, sports have retained their unifying power while expanding their reach and diversifying the forms that communal engagement can take.”
Phân tích:
- Structure: Excellent organization: Traditional role → Modern transformation → Opportunities and challenges → Conclusion with synthesis. Shows sophisticated comparative analysis
- Vocabulary: High-level expressions: “undergone significant transformation”, “tight-knit communities”, “transnational and virtual”, “democratized access”, “collective effervescence”, “qualitatively different”, “convergence”, “galvanize”
- Grammar: Full range including abstract nouns, relative clauses, participle phrases, passive constructions
- Critical Thinking: Discusses both continuity and change, acknowledges trade-offs, synthesizes different perspectives, shows understanding of sociological concepts
💡 Key Language Features:
- Discourse markers: Traditionally, However, That said, On the positive side, On the flip side, Nevertheless
- Tentative language: I’d say, I think, I believe, we might call
- Academic vocabulary: evolution, mechanisms, advent of, forge connections, democratized, convergence
- Contrast structures: while, on the other side, both…and
Để hiểu rõ hơn về cách phát triển ý tưởng trong các câu hỏi về hoạt động và sự kiện, bạn có thể tham khảo thêm bài viết về describe a competition you want to participate in, nơi cung cấp góc nhìn về motivation và personal aspirations trong sports context.
Theme 2: Sports and Social Issues
Question 4: Some people say professional sports are too commercialized nowadays. What’s your view on this?
🎯 Phân tích câu hỏi:
- Dạng: Opinion about a controversial statement
- Key words: professional sports, commercialized
- Cách tiếp cận:
- Acknowledge the commercialization (it’s a fact)
- Discuss positive aspects (funding, development)
- Discuss negative aspects (losing spirit, inequality)
- Give balanced conclusion
📝 Sample Answer – Band 6-7:
“It’s true that professional sports have become very commercial with lots of advertising and sponsorships. I think this has good and bad sides. The good side is that sports teams can get more money to improve facilities and pay players better salaries. However, the bad side is that sometimes money becomes more important than the spirit of sports. For example, some teams only care about winning to get more sponsors. Overall, I think we need to find a balance between making money and keeping the true meaning of sports.”
Phân tích:
- Structure: Acknowledgment → Both sides → Example → Conclusion, logical approach
- Vocabulary: Simple expressions like “good and bad sides”, “more important than”
- Tại sao Band 6-7: Presents both sides nhưng analysis chưa deep, vocabulary còn basic
📝 Câu trả lời mẫu – Band 8-9:
“I think that observation is quite accurate – professional sports have undeniably become heavily commercialized, and this trend has sparked considerable debate about whether it’s undermining the intrinsic values of athletic competition.
To be fair, commercialization isn’t entirely negative. The influx of corporate investment has propelled sports to unprecedented levels in terms of infrastructure development, athlete compensation, and global reach. Top-tier facilities, advanced training technologies, and better healthcare for athletes are all byproducts of this commercial investment. Moreover, the economic model has created lucrative career pathways for talented individuals who might otherwise struggle financially while pursuing their athletic ambitions.
However, I do share concerns about how rampant commercialization might be distorting the essence of sports. When financial incentives become the primary driver, we risk compromising sporting integrity. We’ve seen instances of match-fixing, doping scandals, and clubs prioritizing profit margins over player welfare or fan loyalty. There’s also the issue of growing inequality within sports – smaller clubs or less commercially viable sports struggle to compete for resources, creating an uneven playing field that contradicts the meritocratic ideals sports should represent.
Perhaps most concerning is the commodification of fan experiences. Skyrocketing ticket prices and exclusive broadcasting deals can alienate ordinary fans, transforming sports from a communal cultural event into a luxury commodity accessible mainly to the affluent. This runs counter to sports’ traditional role as a democratizing force that brings diverse communities together.
That said, I don’t think we can simply turn back the clock. The challenge lies in striking a delicate balance – harnessing commercial resources to develop sports while implementing robust regulatory frameworks that safeguard sporting values, ensure equitable access, and maintain the authenticity that makes sports meaningful. Some initiatives like financial fair play regulations in football are steps in the right direction, though there’s clearly more work to be done.”
Phân tích:
- Structure: Superb organization: Acknowledge issue → Positive aspects with examples → Negative concerns with specific issues → Deeper problem (fan alienation) → Nuanced conclusion with solutions. Shows sophisticated critical thinking
- Vocabulary: Exceptional range: “sparked considerable debate”, “undermining intrinsic values”, “influx of investment”, “rampant commercialization”, “compromising integrity”, “doping scandals”, “commodification”, “skyrocketing prices”, “runs counter to”, “democratizing force”, “striking a delicate balance”, “robust regulatory frameworks”
- Grammar: Full flexibility với complex structures, abstract nouns, passive voice, conditional implications
- Critical Thinking: Presents multiple perspectives, uses specific examples (match-fixing, financial fair play), discusses philosophical implications (meritocratic ideals, democratizing force), proposes solutions
💡 Key Language Features:
- Discourse markers: To be fair, However, Moreover, Perhaps most concerning, That said
- Tentative language: I think, I do share concerns, might be
- Academic expressions: sparked considerable debate, runs counter to, striking a delicate balance
- Sophisticated vocabulary: rampant, distorting, commodification, alienate, harnessing, safeguard
Theme 3: Future of Sports and Community
Question 5: How do you think technology will change the way people experience sports in the future?
🎯 Phân tích câu hỏi:
- Dạng: Future prediction/speculation
- Key words: technology, change, experience sports, future
- Cách tiếp cận:
- Discuss current technological trends (VR, streaming, social media)
- Predict future developments
- Consider impacts on community aspects
- Balance optimism with potential concerns
📝 Sample Answer – Band 6-7:
“I think technology will change sports a lot in the future. Maybe we will have virtual reality to watch games, so we can feel like we are in the stadium even at home. Also, more people will watch sports online on their phones instead of TV. This could make it easier for fans to connect with each other through the internet. However, I worry that people might stop going to real stadiums, which could affect the atmosphere of sports events.”
Phân tích:
- Structure: Prediction → Examples → Concern, adequate organization
- Vocabulary: Basic terms like “a lot”, “maybe”, “easier”
- Tại sao Band 6-7: Addresses future trends nhưng lacks specific technological examples và deeper analysis
📝 Câu trả lời mẫu – Band 8-9:
“I think we’re on the cusp of some truly transformative changes in how people experience and engage with sports, driven primarily by emerging technologies that are already beginning to reshape the landscape.
In the near future, I expect immersive technologies like virtual and augmented reality to revolutionize the spectator experience. Imagine being able to watch a football match from a 360-degree perspective, choosing your viewing angle in real-time, or even experiencing the game from a player’s point of view through AR-enabled devices. Some leagues are already experimenting with volumetric video capture that allows fans to view plays from any angle imaginable. This could democratize the premium stadium experience, making it accessible to fans worldwide who can’t afford expensive tickets or travel.
We’re also likely to see artificial intelligence playing a bigger role in personalizing fan experiences. AI could curate customized content, provide real-time statistics and predictive analytics during games, or even create interactive communities where algorithms match fans with similar interests and facilitate discussions. The gamification of sports viewing – where fans earn points, compete in prediction leagues, or participate in synchronized virtual events – could create new forms of communal engagement that blend physical and digital spaces.
However, I think these technological advances present a double-edged sword when it comes to community building. On one hand, they could foster global communities that transcend geographical boundaries, allowing fans to forge meaningful connections with fellow enthusiasts anywhere in the world. On the other hand, there’s a legitimate concern that over-reliance on technology might erode the irreplaceable magic of in-person collective experiences – that palpable energy, the spontaneous interactions with strangers, the shared physical space that makes live sports so special.
I imagine the ideal scenario would be a hybrid model where technology enhances rather than replaces traditional experiences. For instance, fans at the stadium could use augmented reality apps to access real-time player stats or instant replays on their devices, enriching their live experience rather than detracting from it. Similarly, virtual watch parties with friends across different locations could recreate some of that communal atmosphere while leveraging technology to overcome physical distance.
Ultimately, I believe technology’s role should be to expand access and deepen engagement while preserving the human connections and collective emotions that lie at the heart of what makes sports meaningful. The challenge for the industry will be to harness these innovations judiciously, ensuring that convenience and novelty don’t come at the cost of authenticity and genuine community.”
Phân tích:
- Structure: Outstanding organization: Near-future predictions → Specific technologies → AI and personalization → Balanced view of benefits and concerns → Ideal hybrid scenario → Philosophical conclusion. Shows exceptional forward-thinking analysis
- Vocabulary: Sophisticated future-oriented language: “on the cusp of”, “transformative changes”, “emerging technologies”, “immersive technologies”, “revolutionize”, “volumetric video capture”, “curate”, “gamification”, “synchronized virtual events”, “double-edged sword”, “hybrid model”, “leveraging”, “judiciously”
- Grammar: Full range with conditional structures, complex sentences, abstract nouns, speculative language
- Critical Thinking: Discusses specific technologies (VR, AR, AI), considers multiple implications, balances benefits and drawbacks, proposes solutions, reflects on philosophical questions about authenticity and community
💡 Key Language Features:
- Future forms: I expect, We’re likely to see, I imagine, I believe
- Speculative language: could, might, would be
- Discourse markers: In the near future, We’re also likely to see, However, On one hand, On the other hand, Ultimately
- Academic expressions: on the cusp of, present a double-edged sword, the ideal scenario, the challenge lies in
Nếu bạn muốn tìm hiểu thêm về cách thảo luận các hoạt động giải trí và trải nghiệm cá nhân, bài viết về describe a time when you played a game sẽ cung cấp thêm vocabulary và structures hữu ích cho các câu hỏi về activities và personal experiences.
Question 6: Do you think the sense of community in sports is stronger in some countries than others? Why?
🎯 Phân tích câu hỏi:
- Dạng: Comparative question with reasons
- Key words: sense of community, stronger, some countries
- Cách tiếp cận:
- Yes/It varies – give opinion
- Compare different countries or contexts
- Explain cultural, social, economic factors
- Provide specific examples
📝 Sample Answer – Band 6-7:
“Yes, I think some countries have stronger sports communities than others. For example, in Brazil, football is very important to people and brings the whole country together. In contrast, in some other countries, people might not care as much about sports. I think this depends on the culture and history of each country. Countries that are successful in certain sports usually have stronger communities around those sports.”
Phân tích:
- Structure: Opinion → Example → Reason, clear and adequate
- Vocabulary: Basic expressions like “very important”, “care about”
- Tại sao Band 6-7: Makes valid comparisons nhưng lacks depth trong cultural analysis và specific examples
📝 Câu trả lời mẫu – Band 8-9:
“Absolutely, I think there are marked variations in how deeply sports are embedded in a nation’s social fabric, and this stems from a complex interplay of cultural, historical, and socio-economic factors.
Take Brazil, for instance, where football transcends mere entertainment – it’s practically woven into the national identity. The sport serves as a unifying force that cuts across class divisions and regional differences. This profound attachment to football has historical roots in how the sport became democratized in Brazil, accessible to people from all backgrounds, and how success in international competitions became a source of national pride and collective identity during challenging political periods.
In contrast, countries like the United States present an interesting case where sports communities are strong but more fragmented across multiple sports – American football, basketball, baseball, ice hockey. Each sport has its dedicated following, but there isn’t necessarily a single sport that galvanizes the entire nation the way football does in Brazil or cricket does in India. This pluralistic sporting culture reflects America’s diverse population and regionalized preferences.
I’d argue that several factors contribute to these variations. Historical narratives play a crucial role – countries that have achieved international sporting glory often develop stronger communities around those sports. Cricket’s elevated status in India and Pakistan, for example, is inextricably linked to post-colonial identity formation and memorable victories that became defining national moments.
Economic factors also matter significantly. In countries where sports infrastructure is well-developed and accessible, you tend to see more robust sporting communities. Conversely, in nations where resources are scarce, community building around sports may be limited to elite levels rather than grassroots participation.
Cultural values are equally important. In societies that place high emphasis on collective experiences and communal celebrations, sports naturally become a vehicle for social bonding. Mediterranean and Latin American cultures, for instance, often have more exuberant and communally-oriented ways of celebrating sports compared to some Northern European countries where sporting culture might be more reserved or individualistic.
The media landscape also plays a role. Countries with state-supported broadcasting of major sporting events often cultivate stronger nationwide sporting communities compared to places where sports viewing is fragmented across multiple pay-per-view platforms, which can create accessibility barriers and weaken the sense of shared national experience.
So in essence, while the capacity of sports to unite is universal, the intensity and manifestation of sporting communities vary considerably based on these multifaceted contextual factors.”
Phân tích:
- Structure: Excellent comparative analysis: Affirmative answer → Example 1 (Brazil) with deep explanation → Contrasting example (USA) → Multiple factors: historical, economic, cultural, media → Synthesis conclusion. Shows sophisticated cross-cultural understanding
- Vocabulary: Advanced comparative and analytical language: “marked variations”, “embedded in social fabric”, “stems from”, “woven into”, “cuts across”, “fragmented”, “galvanizes”, “pluralistic”, “inextricably linked”, “robust”, “exuberant”, “reserved”, “cultivate”, “multifaceted contextual factors”
- Grammar: Full flexibility with complex comparative structures, relative clauses, abstract nouns, passive constructions
- Critical Thinking: Compares multiple countries, analyzes various factors systematically, shows understanding of sociology, history, economics, and cultural studies, synthesizes complex ideas
💡 Key Language Features:
- Discourse markers: Take…for instance, In contrast, I’d argue that, Conversely, So in essence
- Comparative language: marked variations, more fragmented, stronger communities than
- Causal language: stems from, contribute to, play a crucial role
- Academic vocabulary: embedded, transcends, democratized, fragmented, pluralistic, inextricably linked, multifaceted
Từ vựng và cụm từ quan trọng
Topic-Specific Vocabulary
| Từ vựng/Cụm từ | Loại từ | Phiên âm | Nghĩa tiếng Việt | Ví dụ | Collocation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| bring people together | verb phrase | /brɪŋ ˈpiːpl təˈɡeðər/ | kết nối mọi người, đoàn kết mọi người | Sports have a unique power to bring people together regardless of their backgrounds. | bring communities together, bring nations together, bring families together |
| foster community bonds | verb phrase | /ˈfɒstər kəˈmjuːnəti bɒndz/ | thúc đẩy sự gắn kết cộng đồng | Regular sporting events foster community bonds among neighbors. | foster strong bonds, foster social bonds, foster emotional bonds |
| sense of camaraderie | noun phrase | /sens əv ˌkæməˈrɑːdəri/ | tình bạn đồng đội, tinh thần đồng chí | Team sports develop a strong sense of camaraderie among players. | develop camaraderie, build camaraderie, create camaraderie |
| collective energy | noun phrase | /kəˈlektɪv ˈenədʒi/ | năng lượng tập thể | The collective energy in the stadium was electrifying. | harness collective energy, feel collective energy, generate collective energy |
| transcend differences | verb phrase | /trænˈsend ˈdɪfrənsɪz/ | vượt qua sự khác biệt | Sports have the ability to transcend differences in culture and language. | transcend cultural differences, transcend social differences, transcend boundaries |
| unite people | verb phrase | /juːˈnaɪt ˈpiːpl/ | đoàn kết mọi người | The Olympic Games unite people from all over the world. | unite communities, unite nations, unite in support |
| shared passion | noun phrase | /ʃeəd ˈpæʃn/ | đam mê chung | Football fans are connected by their shared passion for the game. | share a passion, common passion, mutual passion |
| team spirit | noun | /tiːm ˈspɪrɪt/ | tinh thần đồng đội | Good team spirit is essential for success in sports. | build team spirit, strong team spirit, foster team spirit |
| social cohesion | noun phrase | /ˈsəʊʃl kəʊˈhiːʒn/ | sự gắn kết xã hội | Community sports programs promote social cohesion. | strengthen social cohesion, enhance social cohesion, promote social cohesion |
| break down barriers | verb phrase | /breɪk daʊn ˈbæriəz/ | phá bỏ rào cản | Sports can break down barriers between different social groups. | break down social barriers, break down cultural barriers, break down racial barriers |
| common ground | noun phrase | /ˈkɒmən ɡraʊnd/ | điểm chung, nền tảng chung | Sports provide common ground for people from diverse backgrounds. | find common ground, establish common ground, share common ground |
| electrifying atmosphere | noun phrase | /ɪˈlektrɪfaɪɪŋ ˈætməsfɪər/ | bầu không khí sôi động | The World Cup final had an electrifying atmosphere. | create an electrifying atmosphere, electric atmosphere, charged atmosphere |
| sporting diplomacy | noun phrase | /ˈspɔːtɪŋ dɪˈpləʊməsi/ | ngoại giao thể thao | Sporting diplomacy has helped improve relations between rival nations. | engage in sporting diplomacy, use sporting diplomacy, promote sporting diplomacy |
| grassroots participation | noun phrase | /ˈɡrɑːsruːts pɑːˌtɪsɪˈpeɪʃn/ | sự tham gia từ cơ sở | The government is encouraging grassroots participation in sports. | increase grassroots participation, promote grassroots participation, support grassroots initiatives |
| sporting event | noun phrase | /ˈspɔːtɪŋ ɪˈvent/ | sự kiện thể thao | Major sporting events attract thousands of spectators. | host a sporting event, attend a sporting event, organize a sporting event |
Idiomatic Expressions & Advanced Phrases
| Cụm từ | Nghĩa | Ví dụ sử dụng | Band điểm |
|---|---|---|---|
| bring to the table | đóng góp, mang lại giá trị | Each player brings unique skills to the table that strengthen the team. | 7.5-9 |
| level the playing field | tạo sự công bằng, san bằng cơ hội | Sports can level the playing field regardless of socioeconomic background. | 7.5-9 |
| on the same wavelength | có cùng suy nghĩ, hiểu nhau | Sports fans are often on the same wavelength when discussing their favorite teams. | 7.5-8 |
| rally behind | tập hợp ủng hộ, đoàn kết sau | The entire community rallied behind the local team during the championship. | 7.5-8 |
| strike a chord with | gây được tiếng vang, chạm đến cảm xúc | The underdog’s victory struck a chord with millions of viewers. | 8-9 |
| cut across | vượt qua, xuyên suốt | Sports enthusiasm cuts across all demographic boundaries. | 7.5-9 |
| tap into | khai thác, tận dụng | Sports tap into our fundamental need for belonging and community. | 7.5-9 |
| forge connections | tạo dựng mối quan hệ | Team activities help people forge connections that last a lifetime. | 7.5-8 |
| bridge the gap | thu hẹp khoảng cách | International sporting events help bridge the gap between cultures. | 7.5-8 |
| bring out the best in | khơi dậy điều tốt đẹp nhất | Competitive sports bring out the best in athletes and inspire communities. | 7-8 |
| on a level playing field | trong điều kiện ngang nhau | In sports, everyone competes on a level playing field. | 7.5-8 |
| pull together | đoàn kết, cùng nhau nỗ lực | During the pandemic, sports helped communities pull together. | 7-7.5 |
Discourse Markers (Từ Nối Ý Trong Speaking)
Để bắt đầu câu trả lời:
- Well,… – Sử dụng khi cần một chút thời gian suy nghĩ và đưa ra câu trả lời có cân nhắc
- Actually,… – Khi bạn muốn đưa ra góc nhìn khác hoặc thông tin bất ngờ
- To be honest,… – Khi bạn muốn thể hiện sự chân thành trong quan điểm
- I’d say that… – Cách diplomatic để đưa ra quan điểm cá nhân
- That’s an interesting question,… – Thừa nhận tính thú vị của câu hỏi trước khi trả lời
Để bổ sung ý:
- On top of that,… – Thêm một lý do hoặc ý tưởng nữa
- What’s more,… – Nhấn mạnh thêm một điểm quan trọng
- Not to mention… – Chưa kể đến một khía cạnh khác
- Moreover,… / Furthermore,… – Thêm vào đó, formal hơn
- In addition to this,… – Ngoài điều này ra
Để đưa ra quan điểm cân bằng:
- On the one hand,… On the other hand,… – Trình bày hai mặt của vấn đề
- While it’s true that…, we also need to consider… – Thừa nhận một điểm nhưng bổ sung góc nhìn khác
- That said,… – Tuy nhiên, mặc dù vậy (để đưa ra counter-point)
- Having said that,… – Sau khi nói điều đó (để balance argument)
Để kết luận:
- All in all,… – Tóm lại, xét tất cả các yếu tố
- At the end of the day,… – Cuối cùng thì, về cơ bản
- In essence,… – Về bản chất, tóm tắt ý chính
- So in summary,… – Vì vậy tóm lại
Để đưa ra ví dụ:
- For instance,… / For example,… – Ví dụ như
- Take… for instance,… – Lấy… làm ví dụ
- A case in point is… – Một trường hợp điển hình là
- To illustrate this,… – Để minh họa điều này
Grammatical Structures Ấn Tượng
1. Conditional Sentences (Câu điều kiện):
Mixed conditional:
- Formula: If + past perfect, … would/could + infinitive
- Ví dụ: “If sports hadn’t existed, communities would lack such a powerful unifying force.”
Inversion for emphasis:
- Formula: Had/Were/Should + subject + verb
- Ví dụ: “Were it not for sports, many international friendships would never have formed.”
2. Relative Clauses (Mệnh đề quan hệ):
Non-defining relative clause:
- Formula: …, which/who + verb…
- Ví dụ: “The World Cup, which attracts billions of viewers, serves as a global unifying event.”
Reduced relative clause:
- Formula: noun + V-ing/V-ed
- Ví dụ: “Fans supporting the same team often develop strong bonds.”
3. Passive Voice (Câu bị động):
Impersonal passive:
- Formula: It is thought/believed/said/argued that…
- Ví dụ: “It is widely believed that sports can bridge cultural divides more effectively than politics.”
Advanced passive:
- Ví dụ: “Community cohesion has been significantly strengthened through local sporting initiatives.”
4. Cleft Sentences (Câu chẻ):
What-cleft:
- Formula: What + clause + be + noun/clause
- Ví dụ: “What makes sports so powerful is their ability to create shared emotional experiences.”
It-cleft:
- Formula: It + be + focus + that/who + clause
- Ví dụ: “It’s the collective experience that truly brings people together in sports.”
5. Inversion for Emphasis:
Negative adverbial:
- Formula: Never/Rarely/Seldom + auxiliary + subject + verb
- Ví dụ: “Rarely have I seen such unity as when our national team won the championship.”
Only:
- Formula: Only when/by/through + auxiliary + subject + verb
- Ví dụ: “Only through participating in team sports did I realize the true meaning of cooperation.”
6. Abstract Noun Phrases:
Nominalization:
- Ví dụ: “The democratization of sports has enabled broader community participation.” (thay vì “Sports have become more democratic…”)
- Ví dụ: “The erosion of traditional community structures has made sports even more vital.” (thay vì “Traditional community structures have eroded…”)
7. Participle Clauses:
Present participle:
- Ví dụ: “Being passionate about the same sport, strangers can quickly become friends.”
Past participle:
- Ví dụ: “United by their love of football, the community organized regular tournaments.”
Chiến lược tối ưu để đạt Band cao
Chuẩn bị trước khi thi
1. Xây dựng ngân hàng ý tưởng:
- Nghĩ trước về các góc độ: social benefits, cultural impact, economic aspects, psychological effects
- Chuẩn bị 2-3 personal stories liên quan đến sports bringing people together
- Thu thập examples từ different countries and contexts
2. Luyện tập vocabulary actively:
- Không chỉ học nghĩa mà phải practice using trong câu
- Ghi âm mình nói và listen back để check pronunciation
- Tạo word families: unite → unity → unification → unifying
3. Record và self-assess:
- Ghi âm câu trả lời của mình
- So sánh với band descriptors
- Identify areas for improvement
4. Develop critical thinking:
- Đọc articles về sports and society
- Practice analyzing issues từ multiple perspectives
- Learn to give balanced arguments
Trong phòng thi
Part 1:
- Trả lời natural, không sound rehearsed
- Extend answers đến 2-3 câu nhưng không quá dài
- Use personal examples để make answers authentic
Part 2:
- Sử dụng đủ 1 phút chuẩn bị, ghi keywords rõ ràng
- Structure notes theo bullet points
- Nói đủ 2 phút, tối thiểu 1.5 phút
- Thêm emotions và personal reflections
- Practice timing trước khi thi
Part 3:
- Take a moment to think trước khi trả lời
- Structure câu trả lời: Direct answer → Reasons → Examples → Conclusion
- Show ability to discuss abstract ideas
- Acknowledge complexity của issues
- Use tentative language để sound more sophisticated
Những điều cần tránh
- Không học thuộc templates – Examiners nhận ra ngay và sẽ lower score
- Không dùng từ vựng quá phức tạp mà bạn không hiểu rõ – Better to use simpler words correctly
- Không nói quá nhanh – Clarity quan trọng hơn speed
- Không self-correct quá nhiều – Một vài corrections là tự nhiên, nhưng quá nhiều shows lack of fluency
- Không give one-word answers – Always expand và explain
Tips từ góc nhìn Examiner
Là một examiner với 20 năm kinh nghiệm, tôi nhận thấy những điểm sau giúp thí sinh ghi điểm cao:
Authenticity matters:
Thí sinh đạt band 8-9 thường nói natural và genuine. Họ không cố gắng impress bằng big words mà focus vào expressing ideas clearly và effectively.
Personal connection:
Những câu trả lời tốt nhất often include personal experiences và real emotions. Đừng sợ show personality trong speaking test.
Flexibility with vocabulary:
Thí sinh giỏi biết paraphrase khi không nhớ exact word. They can explain concepts using simpler language rather than getting stuck.
Natural hesitation is okay:
Một vài “um”, “well”, “let me think” là hoàn toàn tự nhiên. The key is không hesitate quá lâu và recover quickly.
Eye contact và body language:
Although không được chấm điểm trực tiếp, positive body language creates better rapport và shows confidence.
Kết luận
Chủ đề “how can sports bring people together” là một đề tài phong phú với nhiều góc độ để thảo luận. Từ personal experiences trong Part 1 và 2, đến abstract discussions về social impact trong Part 3, chủ đề này cho phép bạn demonstrate toàn diện kỹ năng Speaking.
Key takeaways:
- Vocabulary đa dạng là essential: từ basic expressions đến sophisticated collocations
- Structure rõ ràng giúp ideas flow logically
- Personal examples make answers more authentic và memorable
- Critical thinking distinguishes Band 7 from Band 8+
- Natural delivery quan trọng hơn perfect grammar
Hãy nhớ rằng IELTS Speaking không chỉ test English ability mà còn communication skills. The goal là demonstrate bạn có thể discuss ideas effectively, express opinions clearly, và engage trong meaningful conversation.
Practice regularly với different topics, record yourself, và seek feedback. With consistent effort và right strategies, bạn hoàn toàn có thể đạt band điểm mục tiêu.
Chúc bạn thành công trong kỳ thi IELTS Speaking!
