2025 IELTS Speaking Questions & Sample Answers: Talking About People

IELTS Speaking: Talking About People

1. Who is the person you spend the most time with?

2. Do you prefer to spend time with family or friends?

3. What kind of people do you like to be friends with?

4. Do you find it easy to make new friends?

5. Who has influenced you the most in your life?

6. Do you enjoy meeting new people? Why or why not?

7. What qualities do you think make someone a good friend?

8. Do you usually get along well with other people?

9. Are you good at understanding people’s feelings?

10. How do you usually keep in touch with people you care about?

1. Who is the person you spend the most time with?

Answer:
That would definitely be my best friend, Arjun. We’ve known each other since college, and our interests align perfectly—we both enjoy hiking, binge-watching documentaries, and exploring new cafés around town. He’s the kind of person who always brings positive energy to the table, so spending time with him never feels dull or forced.

✨ Advanced Phrases:

• bring positive energy to the table

• never feels dull or forced

• our interests align perfectly

2. Do you prefer to spend time with family or friends?

Answer:
Honestly, it depends on my mood. When I need emotional support or a sense of stability, I turn to my family because they ground me. But when I want to unwind and have a good laugh, I usually reach out to my friends. I’d say both groups play equally important roles in keeping me balanced.

✨ Advanced Phrases:

• it depends on my mood

• a sense of stability

• they ground me

• keep me balanced

3. What kind of people do you like to be friends with?

Answer:
I’m drawn to people who are genuine and open-minded. I appreciate friends who can hold deep conversations but also know how to be lighthearted when the situation calls for it. I don’t really vibe with people who are judgmental or constantly negative—it’s emotionally draining to be around that kind of energy.

✨ Advanced Phrases:

• I’m drawn to people who...

• lighthearted when the situation calls for it

• don’t vibe with people who are judgmental

• emotionally draining

4. Do you find it easy to make new friends?

Answer:
Yes and no. I’d say I’m quite approachable and enjoy meeting new people, but I’m selective about who I let into my inner circle. I believe quality matters more than quantity when it comes to friendships, so I tend to invest time in building genuine connections rather than casual acquaintances.

✨ Advanced Phrases:

• approachable and enjoy meeting new people

• let into my inner circle

• quality matters more than quantity

• genuine connections rather than casual acquaintances

5. Who has influenced you the most in your life?

Answer:
Without a doubt, my mother has been the biggest influence in my life. She’s incredibly resilient and has taught me the value of hard work and humility. Watching her handle challenges with such grace has shaped the way I approach difficulties myself. She’s not just my parent but also my role model and biggest cheerleader.

✨ Advanced Phrases:

• without a doubt

• the biggest influence in my life

• handle challenges with grace

• my role model and biggest cheerleader

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