Weather - thời tiết là một trong những chủ đề thường xuyên xuất hiện trong IELTS Speaking. Chúng ta có nhiều thứ để nói về thời tiết lắm. Và cũng có những câu trả lời riêng cho mỗi phần này. Hãy cùng khám phá một số câu trả lời, bài mẫu và từ vựng dưới đây nhé.

Speaking Part 1 sample

Cấu trúc để ứng dụng trong chủ đề weather

  • When it comes to the weather….
  • I find the weather + adj
  • …is my go-to season

Từ vựng chủ đề Weather

  • tropical (adj) thuộc vùng nhiệt đới
  • scorching hot(adj) nóng như lửa đốt
  • humid (adj) ẩm ướt
  • frigid (adj) lạnh cóng
  • pleasant (adj) (nói về thời tiết) dễ chịu
  • bearable (adj) có thể chịu được
  • global warming (n) sự nóng lên toàn cầu
  • unfavorable (adj) không dễ chịu
  • sweltering (adj) nóng bức
  • stuffy (adj) ngột ngạt

1. What’s the weather like in your country?

Band 6.0+

My country has a tropical climate, so it is usually hot and humid. There are two main seasons: the rainy season and the dry season. The dry season is hot and sunny, while the rainy season often has heavy showers and thunderstorms.

Band 8.0+

Sample 1: Well, as you could probably tell, I’m currently residing in Vietnam, which is a tropical country. When it comes to the weather here, for the most part, it’s kinda scorching hot and humid year-round. I mean, there have been articles about the heatwaves of over 40 degrees celsius in Ho Chi Minh city in the recent years during summer

Sample 2: Well, I live in Saigon, where it’s hot and humid all year round. It is often said that there are only two seasons here: the rainy season and the dry season. 

  • Humid (adj) ẩm ướt; (of air and weather conditions) containing extremely small drops of water in the air

*NẾU NGƯỜI TEST-TAKER CÓ THỂ ĐƯA CÁC VÍ DỤ VỀ CÁC BÀI BÁO KHOA HỌC HOẶC TIN TỨC ĐỂ CHỨNG MINH LUẬN ĐIỂM CỦA MÌNH. ĐÂY LÀ ĐIỂM CỘNG RẤT LỚN CHO PHẦN TRẢ LỜI ĐẠT BAND 8.0

2. Does the weather affect what you do?

Band 6.0+

Yes, it does. When it’s too hot, I feel tired and lazy, so I prefer staying indoors. On rainy days, I avoid going outside because I don’t like getting wet. However, when the weather is cool and pleasant, I feel more energetic and enjoy outdoor activities like jogging or walking in the park.

Band 8.0+

Sample: Oh yeah, definitely! In Saigon, most of us get around on bikes, so when it’s pouring rain, we prefer to stay indoors. Riding a motorbike in the rain is basically asking for trouble. On top of that, between 11 am and 4 pm, it’s scorching hot outside. I’d sweat buckets in less than five minutes if I dared to step out into the blazing sun. So, if I see rain on the horizon or temperatures soaring above 35 degrees Celsius, you bet I’ll cancel my plans.

  • Asking for trouble (idiom) gây rắc rối
  • Scorching hot (adj) rất nóng
  • On the horizon (idiomatic expression) sắp xảy ra

3. What is your favorite season?

 Band 6.0+ (Technique: Advantage)

I like the cool season because the temperature is not too high, and it’s comfortable to go outside. I enjoy wearing light sweaters and drinking hot coffee. It’s also a great time for traveling because the weather is nice and not too extreme.

Band 8.0+

Sample: Well, you see, we don’t have a proper fall or spring here. It’s just hot or rainy most of the time. But if I had to pick, I’d say I’m most comfortable around Christmas. The weather cools down a bit, and the sun doesn’t roast us every day. Unfortunately, that heavenly weather only lasts for about two weeks each year. 

  • Roast (v) [figurative] nướng;to cook food in an oven or over a fire

*XEM CÁC BẢN TIN DỰ BÁO THỜI TIẾT CŨNG LÀ MỘT CÁCH GIÚP BẠN TÍCH LŨY ĐƯỢC KHA KHÁ TỪ VỰNG THỰC TẾ VỀ WEATHER MÀ KHÔNG CẢM THẤY NHÀM CHÁN

4. What’s the weather like where you live?

Band 6.0+

Where I live, the weather is usually hot and sunny. In summer, the temperature can be very high, making it uncomfortable to go outside. Sometimes, there are heavy rains, but they don’t last long. The winters here are not too cold, which is nice.

Band 8.0+

I come from a mountainous area so the weather there is pretty mild all year round, neither too hot nor too cold, which is kinda ideal for an outdoorsy person like me. 

  • Mild (adj): dịu nhẹ, ôn hòa
  • Outdoorsy person(n) người thích ở, hoạt động ngoài trời

5. Are you in the habit of checking the weather forecast?

Band 6.0+ (Technique: Advantage)

Yes, I am. I often check the weather forecast in the morning to see if I should bring an umbrella or a jacket. It helps me prepare for the day and decide what to wear.

Band 8.0+

Sample 2: Honestly, I don’t check the weather much these days because it’s pretty predictable here in Saigon. I make a point of carrying a raincoat and an umbrella with me all the time, just in case. But when I lived in Kansas, it was a different story. The weather there could change like crazy! Like, the morning could be bright and sunny and a nice 20 degrees Celsius, but it could shoot up to 40 by 3pm, and then drop to 10 by sunset. 

  • Make a point of doing something (idiom) luôn nhớ làm một việc gì đó
  • Head out (phrasal verb) ra ngoài; go out

6. What do you think are the effects of climate change in recent years?

Band 6.0+

I think climate change has caused extreme weather conditions, like stronger storms, heatwaves, and floods. The temperature is rising, and seasons are becoming less predictable. This affects people’s lives and the environment.

Band 8.0+ (Technique: Reason)

Sample 1: I suppose global warming has numerous adverse effects on not only humans but other species as well. A variety of species are at risk of becoming extinct due to climate change-related problems such as forest fires, extreme weather, and diseases. The change in the global surface temperature can also exacerbate water shortages in already water-stressed regions, leading to many people now facing the threat of not having enough water on a regular basis.

  • Adverse effect (n) tác động xấu
  • Be at risk of becoming extinct: có nguy cơ tuyệt chủng
  • Exacerbate (v) làm tệ hơn, làm xấu đi
  • Water shortage (n) thiếu nước

Sample 2: (Technique: Example)

Well, there has been countless evidence of climate change lately. I’ve read about iconic cities like Venice and Jakarta sinking because of rising sea levels caused by melting glaciers. And it’s not just about cities. The rippling effects of global warming also include habitat loss, pushing several species closer to the brink of extinction. Here in Saigon, it has become apparent that the rainy season starts earlier and lasts longer compared to 20 years ago. And summers have never been hotter! 

  • Sea level (n) mực nước biển;the average height of the sea where it meets the land
  • Glacier (n) sông băng;a large mass of ice that moves slowly
  • Habitat loss (n) sự mất môi trường sống;the reduction in the amount of space where a particular species, or group of species can survive and reproduce.
  • Brink (n) bờ vực;the edge, border, or verge of a cliff

7. Would you like to visit other cities that have different climates from where you live?

Band 6.0+ (Technique: Reason)

Yes, of course! I would love to visit cold places where I can see snow because I have never experienced that before. I also want to travel to cooler cities to escape the hot weather in my country.

Band 8.0+

Sample: Sure, it would be terrific if I got to enjoy different climates in other regions. Though I count myself very fortunate to have been able to enjoy four distinct seasons in Kansas back then, I’d like to have some more novel experiences with other kinds of weather.

  • novel experiences (n) những trải nghiệm mới
  • count oneself fortunate: cảm thấy bản thân rất may mắn

8. What’s the weather like in your country?

It depends on which part of the country you are referring to. I’m currently living in the North, I would say the weather is a bit comfortable because it has all four seasons but sometimes the weather can also get pretty extreme, especially in the summer when the temperature can reach up to 40 degree celcius due to terrifying drastic heatwaves sweeping across the city.

9. Which season do you like best?

I’m a big fan of summer I think summer is the best season because all the sport activities or physical activities are at their ultimate level in the summer because you sweat and by sweating your body detoxifies so it’s really good for you, it’s like refreshing although every now and then I might get some serious skin complaints like rash or allergies.

10. Do you do different things in different weather?

Yeah I surely do. I mean I do a lot of exercises during the summer time. But when it comes to winter, when the weather is bleak, the sky looks so grey and dull and because of the thick cloud cover, I find myself so draggy and completely not productive at all

11. Would you prefer to live in a place that has the same weather all year, or a place that has four seasons?

I must say that I am lucky to have four seasons to enjoy although the sharp distinction among season is slowly disappearing in the North. It’s kind of boring to me if we have only just one season all year, like the Southern part of Vietnam, the weather is hot all year round and only have two seasons which are rainy season and dry season.

12. Do you think the weather is more important to people who play sports?

Absolutely yes, especially to people who play outdoor sports are most affected. For instance, thas a significant impact on the performance of athletes. High temperature can cause various heat illnesses such as heat cramps and heatstroke, while very low temperatures may lead to hypothermia.

13.How is the weather today?

Well, I think today is a lovely day, even though it rained a little bit this morning. When I got out of the house, the weather seemed to brighten up and I hope it will stay like that for the rest of the day.

14.What’s your favourite kind of weather?

I'm actually not fond of any particular kind of weather, you know. I think every season has its own unique beauty and it's up to us to enjoy it. For example, not many people like the freezing weather in the winter, but I see it as a perfect occasion for me to bundle up and show off my clothes.

15. What is the climate like in your country?

Vietnam is a tropical country, you know, so the climate here is quite hot and humid. What upsets me the most is that the weather is getting more unpredictable. It can cats and dogs in the morning and suddenly clear out in the afternoon.

16. Does the weather affect people’s lives in your country?

I believe that the weather always affects us in every aspect. If it is a gloomy day, I'm pretty sure everyone will easily get bored or tired of whatever they are doing. In contrast, the sunny days make us feel alive and upbeat.

17.Do people change in the summer?

It can get sweltering in the summery months, so I think it will exert a certain impact on people's temperament. Everyone becomes less patient than usual, and they often get frustrated and easily get upset over some trivial matters.

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TỪ VỰNG HỮU ÍCH:

Depends on /dɪˈpendz ɒn/ phụ thuộc vào
Extreme /ɪkˈstriːm/ Vô cùng
Reach up  /riːtʃ  ʌp/ Đạt đến
Heatwave /ˈhiːtweɪv/ 1 khoảng thời gian mà thời tiết nóng hơn bình thường
Allergy  /ˈælədʒi/ Dị ứng
Bleak /bliːk/ Ảm đạm, Lạnh lẽo
Distinction /dɪˈstɪŋkʃn/ Sự khác biệt
Cramp  /kræmp/ Chuột rút
Brighten up  /ˈbraɪtn ʌp/ sáng sủa lên
Be fond of   thích cái gì
Bundle up /ˈbʌndl ʌp/ mặc nhiều quần áo
Unpredictable (adj) /ˌʌnprɪˈdɪktəbl/ khó lường
Rain cats and dogs   mưa trút nước
Clear out /klɪə(r) aʊt/ quang đãng
Gloomy (adj) /ˈɡluːmi/ mù mịt
Upbeat (adj) /ˈʌpbiːt/ vui vẻ
Sweltering (adj) /ˈsweltərɪŋ/ nóng nực
Temperament (n)  /ˈtemprəmənt/ tính khí, tính cách
Mild climate /maɪld ˈklaɪmət/ Khí hậu ôn hòa
Boiling hot /ˈbɔɪlɪŋ hɒt/ Rất nóng
Freezing cold /ˈfriːzɪŋ kəʊld/ Rất lạnh
Gloomy days  /ˈɡluːmi deɪs/ Ngày ảm đạm, nhiều mây đen
Breeze /briːz/ Gió nhẹ
Heavy rain  /ˈhevi reɪn/ Mưa nặng hạt
Drizzling  /ˈdrɪzlɪŋ/ Mưa phùn
Foggy weather  /ˈfɒɡi ˈweðə(r)/ Thời tiết sương mù
Downpours  /ˈdaʊnpɔː(r)/ Mưa rất nặng hạt

IELTS Speaking weather

Chủ đề Cold Weather

Have you ever been in very cold weather? [When?]

Bạn đã bao giờ trải qua một thời tiết rất lạnh lẽo chưa? [Khi nào?]

Đây là một câu hỏi khá đơn giản và dễ mở rộng. Thí sinh nên trả lời chi tiết về bối cảnh, nơi chốn, thời gian và cảm giác của mình, để câu trả lời trở nên rõ ràng và đầy đủ hơn.

Yes, I’ve been in very cold weather several times. When I lived in England, and also last year in China. I couldn’t handle it every well because I don’t actually like cold weather, I prefer hot weather.

or Yes. I visited northern China some years ago, but I am not sure about what the temperature was like. In winter time, I wore a lot of clothes to keep myself warm. It was freezingly cold.

Từ vựng nổi bật:

- handle (v) xử lý, giải quyết, chịu đựng

- temperature (n) nhiệt độ

- freezingly (adv) đóng băng

How often is the weather cold where you come from?

Thời tiết ở quốc gia của bạn có thường hay lạnh không?

Đây là một câu hỏi khá đơn giản và ngắn gọn. Tuy nhiên, thí sinh không nên chỉ trả lời bằng một trạng từ và dừng lại, mà phải mở rộng, đưa ra lí do và cảm giác của mình, cũng có thể so sánh với một vài quốc gia khác chẳng hạn.

When winter comes, it is really cold, and the lowest temperature will be fifteen degrees below zero. People have to wear a lot in winter.

or The weather in my home country is often very cold, especially during the winter. England often has snow and icy weather during the winter and the temperatures can fall below zero.

Từ vựng nổi bật:

- degree (n) độ

- icy (a) đóng băng, phủ băng

Are some parts of your country colder than others? [Why?]

Có phải là một vài nơi trong quốc gia của bạn thì lạnh hơn không? [Tại sao?]

Đây chỉ đơn thuần là một câu hỏi Yes/No, chúng ta nên khẳng định câu trả lời xong và sau đó đưa ra lí do cụ thể: chịu sự ảnh hưởng của địa hình, vị trí địa lý… Cũng có thể mở rộng miêu tả mức độ lạnh của nó và cảm giác của mình khi trải qua cái lạnh dó.

Yes, the north of England is colder than the south. I don’t know why exactly! In Britain, we have warm and wet winds that come from the South or West, The cold winds come from the East (from the Russian plains) or from the North (The North Pole) and it is usually colder the further North you travel.

Yes. It is really cold in northern China. I guess it is because of the geographical location. When winter comes, there is not enough sunshine, thus the temperature is so low.

Từ vựng nổi bật:

- geographical (a) liên quan đến địa lý

- thus (adv) vì vậy

Would you prefer to live in a hot place or a cold place? [Why?]

Bạn thích sống ở một nơi lạnh hay là nóng? [Tại sao?]

Thí sinh khẳng định quan điểm của mình và đưa ra lý do cụ thể tại sao mình lại tận hưởng thời tiết đó hơn, và nơi nào thì thường có thời tiết kiểu như vậy.

I wouldn’t choose either one. I don’t like hot or cold places. I prefer to live in warm places. If it is too hot or too cold, the heater or air-conditioner would be necessary.

I actually prefer to live in cold places, because I hate hot weather. I find that I am less tired in cold weather and also, in England, we have good central heating in the houses, so it’s easy to warm yourself up again.

Từ vựng nổi bật:

- heater (n) lò sưởi, máy sưởi

- to warm sth up làm cho cái gì đó ấm lên

Vocabulary - Weather

Useful Nouns

climate: khí hậu => giám khảo biết là thí sinh nào cũng biết từ weather rồi, nên khi nói về khí hậu của một vùng, địa phương, ví dụ như nơi bạn sống chẳng hạn, các bạn nên dùng climate nhiều hơn nhé.

A lot of people dislike the climate in Hanoi, which is really hot and humid in the summer.

Average temperature: nhiệt độ trung bình

The average temperature of Ho Chi Minh City is relatively the same year-round.

Shower: mưa rào

We get showers in Saigon practically once every hour.

Spell (of...): một khoảng thời gian ngắn của một hiện tượng thời tiết gì đó

In the South of Vietnam, the climate is generally hot year-round, with a spell of cool weather come winter months.

Shift: thay đổi - một từ khá hay để thay cho change

A shift in temperature

Useful Verbs

Drizzle: mưa phùn

It's been drizzling for a couple weeks now.

Vary: thay đổi

Climates really do vary from region to region in Vietnam.

Useful Adjectives

heavy = torrential (rain)

The regions where the flood hit have been experiencing torrential rain for a week.

balmy = pleasantly warm

In the summer, most people flock to Da Nang to enjoy balmy evening walks along the beach

sweltering = extremely hot

It really is sweltering inside the house in the summer.

muggy = clammy = ẩm ướt (thay cho humid)

Foreign visitors are not amused by the clammy weather in Hanoi in the summer

chilly = cool with some wind

In the fall, the temperature in the city is usually moderate, but it can get quite chilly at night.

Useful Idiomatic Expressions

chuck it down = rain really heavily

rain or sunshine = in all weather

like a sauna = really hot

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