IELTS Speaking

actively dislike

To strongly and intentionally not like something

visually

In a way that relates to seeing or appearance

professional setting

A formal work environment, such as an office or business context

subdued

Soft, quiet, or restrained in color, sound, or behavior – màu trầm / dịu nhẹ

faded

Having lost brightness or color over time – màu phai nhạt

trendy

Fashionable; currently popular or stylish

interior

The inside part of something, especially a room or building

ugh

Expression of disgust, annoyance, or dislike

swamp

Wet, muddy land; can also mean overwhelmed with work

slimy green

Slippery, unpleasant shade of green – màu xanh rêu nhớt, xanh lầy lội

distasteful

Unpleasant, offensive, or in poor taste

briefcase

A flat case used for carrying documents or a laptop

tipped turquoise

A shade of turquoise with a hint of another color – màu xanh ngọc có ánh phụ nhẹ

sophisticated

Elegant, refined, or complex; showing experience – (với màu sắc: sang trọng, tinh tế)

navy

A very dark shade of blue – xanh hải quân / xanh đen đậm

bold

Strong, confident, or vivid (often used for colors or ideas) – màu đậm, nổi bật

dreamy

Soft, gentle, and romantic or fantasy-like – màu mộng mơ, nhẹ nhàng

hot pink

A bright, intense shade of pink – hồng cánh sen đậm / hồng rực

uplifting

Making someone feel happier or more hopeful – (với màu sắc: tươi sáng, tạo cảm hứng)

serial

A story or show released in parts over time

diverse

Showing variety; different kinds

impressive

Making a strong impact; admirable or striking

thrilling

Exciting and full of suspense

metaphors

Figures of speech that compare two unrelated things without using "like" or "as"

visualise the scenes

To form mental images of what is happening

savour

To enjoy slowly and fully

narrate

To tell a story or describe events

background of the characters

The past experiences or history that shape who the characters are

inner thoughts

Private, unspoken thoughts of a character

internal dialogue

A character’s conversation with themselves in their mind

immerse oneself in sth

To become completely involved or absorbed in something

bookworm

A person who loves reading

vividly remember

To remember clearly and in great detail

long-lasting

Staying effective or memorable for a long time

lean towards

To prefer or be inclined to something

harder to come by

More difficult to find

sth wins out (over) sth

One thing is chosen or proves better than another

for practicality

Because it is more useful, convenient, or efficient

(feel) less like effort

Feels easier or more natural to do

silly stories

Stories that are humorous or absurd, not serious

earmuffs

A covering for the ears to keep them warm or block noise

UV index

A measure of ultraviolet radiation from the sun

strap under the chin

A band or cord that goes beneath the chin to hold something (e.g. hat) in place

chin

The bottom part of the face, below the mouth

branded

Associated with a specific company or logo

wide-brimmed sun hat

A sun hat with a broad edge that provides extra shade

plain + colour

A solid color with no patterns or designs (e.g. plain red, plain blue)

accessories

Items like jewelry, hats, or bags used to add style or function to an outfit