IELTS Speaking Part 2 · Objects
Describe something you use every day
Describe something you use every day
You should say:
- what it is
- when you started using it
- how you use it in your daily routine
and explain why this item is so important to you.
How to plan your answer
Use your 1 minute to jot down key words for each point, not full sentences.
- 1
what it is
What it is: A stainless steel water bottle I carry everywhere.
- 2
when you started using it
When started: Began using it three years ago to stop buying plastic bottles.
- 3
how you use it in your daily routine
How used: Refilled daily, taken to work, the gym, and kept beside my bed.
- 4
and explain why this item is so important to you.
Why important: Promotes health, reduces environmental waste, and is an indispensable daily item.
Sample answer
about 250 words · 2 minutesThe item I rely on every single day without fail is my stainless steel insulated water bottle. It is a simple object, but it has become an essential part of my life. I started using it about three years ago when I was a university student. Back then, I noticed I was buying a lot of single-use plastic bottles, which was bad for both my budget and the environment. So, I decided to invest in a durable, high-quality flask. As for my daily routine, I fill it up with ice-cold water first thing in the morning right after I wake up. Throughout the workday, it sits on my desk, serving as a constant reminder to stay hydrated while I work. I also toss it into my bag whenever I head out to the gym or run errands because it keeps liquids cold for hours, regardless of the weather outside. Before going to bed, I refill it again and place it on my nightstand so I can grab a sip during the night. This item is extremely important to me for several reasons. First of all, it has helped me build a healthy habit of drinking enough water throughout the day. Secondly, using it daily aligns with my personal goal of reducing plastic waste, making me feel more environmentally responsible. It is reliable, sturdy, and practical. Honestly, I feel a bit lost whenever I accidentally leave it at home because it has truly become an indispensable companion in my daily life.
A teaching example, not a script to memorise. Say it in your own words.
Useful phrases
rely on every single day
My digital planner is something I rely on every single day to manage my schedule.
invest in a durable
It is always a wise choice to invest in a durable pair of walking shoes.
serving as a constant reminder
The calendar on my wall sits right above my desk, serving as a constant reminder of upcoming deadlines.
aligns with my personal goal
Walking to the store instead of driving aligns with my personal goal of staying active.
an indispensable companion
During long study sessions, a good cup of tea is an indispensable companion.
Common mistakes
I am using this bottle since three years.
I have been using this bottle for three years.
Use the present perfect continuous for actions starting in the past and continuing.
It makes me to drink more water daily.
It makes me drink more water daily.
The verb make takes an object and bare infinitive without to.
This item is very essential for my life.
This item is essential for my life.
Essential is an absolute adjective and should not be modified by very.
Tips for a higher band
- Use a variety of time markers to show fluent sequencing when describing past events and daily habits.
- Incorporate descriptive adjectives like durable or indispensable instead of overusing common words like good or helpful.
- Maintain natural sentence stress and pauses between main ideas rather than rushing through the monologue.
Part 3 follow-up questions
After Part 2 the examiner may ask deeper questions on the same theme.
- How have the items that people use on a daily basis changed over the past few decades?
- Do you think people today rely too much on technology for their daily tasks?
- In what ways can individual consumer habits impact the environment in the long run?
Now try this cue card
1 minute to prepare, up to 2 minutes to speak, then a band estimate and tips for each criterion.
Practice estimate, not an official IELTS score.