IELTS Speaking: describe an important technological product you bought

Công nghệ (Technology) là một trong những chủ đề lớn và có xác suất xuất hiện cực kỳ cao trong bài thi IELTS Speaking. Với chủ đề này, giám khảo không kỳ vọng bạn phải là một chuyên gia công nghệ rành rẽ về các thông số kỹ thuật, mà quan trọng là cách bạn miêu tả tác động của chúng lên cuộc sống, công việc và xã hội.

Để giúp bạn xử lý mượt mà các câu hỏi từ Part 1 đến Part 3, cô Nguyễn Mai Hương (Giáo viên IELTS 8.0 tại trung tâm Ngoại ngữ ECE) đã tổng hợp các từ vựng ăn điểm cùng trọn bộ bài mẫu cho đề bài “Describe an important technological product you bought”. Cùng khám phá ngay nhé!

Gợi ý từ vựng & cấu trúc ghi điểm chủ đề Technology

Thay vì chỉ dùng những từ đơn giản như good machine hay use phone a lot, hãy nâng cấp câu trả lời của bạn bằng những cụm từ (collocations) mang tính học thuật dưới đây:

Bài mẫu IELTS Speaking Part 1 – Daily Technology Use

Ở Part 1, hãy cố gắng đưa ra câu trả lời tự nhiên, có liên hệ trực tiếp đến thói quen hàng ngày của bản thân và lồng ghép khéo léo 1-2 cụm collocations.

Q1: Do you use a lot of technology in your daily life?

Sample: Yes, quite a lot actually. I use my phone and laptop for almost everything – from studying and working to staying connected with friends and family. I think cutting-edge technology has genuinely transformed the way I live and work, to the point where it’s hard to imagine doing without these devices.

Q2: What is your favourite electronic device?

Sample: Without a doubt, it’s my smartphone. It’s basically a must-have device for me because I use it to communicate, navigate, take photos, and even manage my schedule. What I appreciate most is that I have access to information at my fingertips wherever I go, which makes daily life so much more convenient.

Q3: Do you think people spend too much time on their phones?

Sample: Honestly, yes – myself included. A lot of people are constantly glued to their screens, whether it’s scrolling through social media or watching videos. I think it’s becoming harder to put the phone down, especially because apps are designed to keep us engaged. It’s something I’m trying to be more mindful about.

Q4: Did you use a lot of technology when you were younger?

Sample: Not as much as now. When I was a child, technology wasn’t as advanced or accessible, so I spent more time outdoors or reading physical books. These days, children grow up surrounded by devices from a very young age, which is quite different from my experience.

Bài mẫu IELTS Speaking Part 2

Đề bài: Describe an important technological product you bought.

You should say:

• What it is

• When and why you bought it

• How you use it

• And explain why it is important to you

Sample Answer (Band 8.0+):

I’d like to talk about the laptop I bought about two years ago, which is probably one of the most worthwhile investments I’ve ever made.

I decided to buy it when I started my current job, as I needed a reliable device to work from home and handle a heavy workload efficiently. Before that, I had been sharing a family computer, which was often inconvenient, especially during busy periods when everyone needed it at the same time.

I use this laptop for almost everything in my daily life. During work hours, I use it to write documents, attend online meetings, and boost my productivity by keeping all my tasks organised in one place. In my free time, I also use it to watch films, take online courses, and stay connected with friends through social media and messaging apps.

What makes this device truly important to me is how much it has transformed the way I work and learn. Before I had it, I felt like I was always falling behind and struggling to keep up with the demands of my job. Now, having access to information and tools at my fingertips has made everything far more manageable. I honestly can’t imagine trying to do without it at this point. It’s become a must-have device in both my professional and personal life, and I think it will continue to be so for many years to come.

💡 Phân tích chiến thuật từ cô Mai Hương:

Điểm sáng của bài nói này nằm ở cấu trúc tương phản Quá khứ – Hiện tại (Before – Now). Thí sinh không mất thời gian miêu tả con chip hay dung lượng RAM của chiếc laptop (những thứ dễ gây bí từ vựng), mà tập trung miêu tả nỗi đau trong quá khứ (sharing a family computer, falling behind) và sự cải thiện ở hiện tại (boost productivity, far more manageable). Cách khai thác này giúp bài nói trôi chảy, giàu cảm xúc và dễ dàng khoe được các cụm từ vựng vĩ mô.

Bài mẫu IELTS Speaking Part 3 – Công nghệ và xã hội

Part 3 yêu cầu bạn phải có cái nhìn đa chiều (cả mặt lợi và hại) về sự phát triển của công nghệ đối với xã hội.

Q1: How has technology changed the way people work?

Sample: Technology has completely transformed the way we work, and I think mostly for the better. Cutting-edge technology like cloud storage and video conferencing means that people can now work remotely from anywhere, which was almost unimaginable a decade ago. It has also boosted productivity enormously by automating repetitive tasks. However, a downside is that many people now struggle to switch off from work because they are always connected and reachable.

Q2: Do you think people are too dependent on technology nowadays?

Sample: Yes, I do think so. Many people can no longer do without their smartphones or the internet even for a few hours, which suggests a level of dependency that wasn’t there before. While technology does make life more convenient, becoming too reliant on it can be a problem. For instance, people’s ability to remember information or navigate without GPS has noticeably declined. I think the key is finding a healthy balance between using technology and maintaining basic life skills.

Q3: What are the negative effects of technology on society?

Sample: There are quite a few concerns worth mentioning. First, many people have become so glued to their screens that face-to-face relationships have weakened. Second, being constantly connected means people rarely have time to truly rest or unwind. There are also growing concerns about privacy, as so much of our personal data is collected by the apps and platforms we use every day. That said, I believe these problems can be managed if individuals and governments take responsibility for how technology is used.

Tổng kết lại, để chinh phục chủ đề Technology, bạn không cần phải là một “hacker” hay một tín đồ sành sỏi về máy móc. Điều giám khảo tìm kiếm là khả năng sử dụng ngôn ngữ để thảo luận về sự tiện lợi, sự thay đổi và những hệ lụy của công nghệ. Hãy áp dụng triệt để bộ từ vựng từ cô Nguyễn Mai Hương để luyện tập thật tự tin nhé. Trung tâm ngoại ngữ ECE chúc bạn ôn thi hiệu quả và sớm đạt được band điểm mong muốn!