Subject: Neighbor | Sample IELTS Speaking Part 2 + 3

Part 2: Narrate about a fascinating neighbor

Narrate about an intriguing neighbor
You should describe:
Who the person is
How you came to know him/her
What activities you engage in together
And explain why he/she is intriguing

Dưới đây là một ví dụ mẫu cho đề tài “Describe a fascinating neighbor“.

1. Bài mẫu để tham khảo (Sample Answer)

2. Từ vựng cần chú ý (Vocabulary Highlight)

• nourishing: bổ dưỡng
• accommodating: sẵn lòng giúp đỡ
• tranquil: thanh bình
• admiration: sự khâm phục, ngưỡng mộ
• stem from: bắt nguồn từ
• hardship: sự gian khổ, khó khăn
• subsidy period: thời bao cấp
• dilemma
  : thế khó xử, tiến thoái lưỡng nan
• count on sb: dựa vào ai đó
• scolding: sự rầy la, trách mắng
• bestow: ban, tặng cho
• in abundance: nhiều, dồi dào 
• strive to be: cố gắng, phấn đấu thành
• get-together: cuộc gặp mặt xã giao

Phần 3: Hàng xóm (Part 3: Neighbours)

In addition to Part 2, please refer to Part 3 for this topic.

1. Do you think people are familiar with their neighbours?2. How can people improve the relationship with neighbours in a community?3. How do children build relationships with others in a community?4. Is it beneficial to get along well with neighbours?

1. Do you believe people are familiar with their neighbors?

In the past, this could have been true, as before the current rapid urbanization, people lived in closer proximity and offered assistance to those in need. To my knowledge, neighbors in small towns could once remember each other's names by heart. Over time, however, indifference has grown due to the busy work life, minor conflicts, and significant disparities in social status, resulting in a society with improved living conditions but at the cost of meaningful relationships.

• indifference: sự lãnh đạm, thờ ơ
• petty strife: cuộc tranh chấp nhỏ nhặt
• social status: địa vị xã hội
• at the expense of: với cái giá phải trả là

2. How can individuals enhance relationships with neighbors in a community?

Despite recent neglect of neighborly connections, there are still instances of thriving communities that provide valuable lessons. One effective approach I've noticed is organizing regular local gatherings to strengthen familial bonds, foster shared interests, or simply discuss community matters over meals and friendly gatherings. Another beneficial strategy involves respecting privacy, as intruding into someone's personal life often leads to misunderstandings and conflicts within communities.

• prevalent: phổ biến, thịnh hành
• solid bond: mối quan hệ vững chắc
• social affairs: vấn đề xã hội
• pry into: nhúng mũi vào

3. How do children develop relationships within a community?

Children, with their innocent minds, naturally form bonds with each other, much like how we used to play freely with childhood friends. However, occasional conflicts may arise when toddlers act possessively or selfishly, potentially leading to isolation from the community. To prevent this, parental involvement is crucial in guiding children to manage their impulses and learn to respect others' boundaries and play fairly.

• alienated: bị xa lánh
• possessive nature: bản tính chiếm hữu
• constrain: hạn chế, giới hạn
• intrinsically: về bản chất

4. Is it advantageous to maintain good relationships with neighbors?

Building positive relationships with neighbors generally yields favorable outcomes, except with those who consistently exhibit superficial or manipulative behavior. By fostering mutual respect, individuals can establish meaningful connections that transcend social or financial backgrounds. Such relationships can provide crucial support during times of crisis without expecting anything in return, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging and appreciating the presence of others.

• act superficially: hành xử một cách nông cạn
• deviously: không thẳng thắn
• get the most out of sb/sth: giành phần nhiều nhất từ ai đó
• fruition: thành quả
• social background: nền tảng xã hội
• adoration: sự yêu mến
• cross paths with: bước ngang qua

Bài mẫu bởi thầy Nam Phạm – Giáo viên Mytour HN