102. Describe a person you know who likes to talk a lot.
You should say:
– Who this person is
– How do you know him/her
– What he/she likes to talk about
– And explain how you feel about this person.
Model answer by Lifestyle Training Centre
I’d like to talk about a person I know who really enjoys talking, and that person is my old friend, George. I’ve known George for several years now. We met during university, where we were both studying English literature. Ever since then, we’ve kept in touch, and he’s one of the few friends I’ve had a long-standing connection with.
Now, when it comes to George, I have to admit that he can talk the hind legs off a donkey. He’s absolutely full of energy when it comes to conversation, and once he starts speaking, it’s hard to get a word in edgeways. His favourite topics, if you can call them that, are usually about his latest escapades, whether that’s travelling to new places, meeting new people, or even just his personal opinions on everything under the sun. Nothing is off-limits with George—he can talk about politics, the latest films, sports, or even the weather for what feels like hours. It’s not that he doesn’t have valuable insight on these subjects, but sometimes he goes on and on, and it can be a bit overwhelming.
As for how I feel about him, it’s a bit of a mixed bag. On the one hand, I appreciate his enthusiasm and his passion for sharing his thoughts. He’s always engaging and never fails to light up the room with his infectious energy. I also enjoy that he can keep the conversation flowing with ease, making any situation feel more relaxed and fun. On the other hand, though, there are times when I find it a little draining to listen to him talk for too long, especially when I’m short on time or have a lot on my plate. I have to admit, it’s sometimes a bit of a slog to stay focused on his endless stream of words.
In conclusion, I’d say that while George’s talkative nature can be a double-edged sword, I still value his friendship deeply. He might talk a lot, but I think his heart is in the right place, and he always means well. In the grand scheme of things, I think I’d rather have a friend who is a bit too chatty than one who is too quiet, as George’s company is never boring, even if it can be a bit much at times.
List of vocabulary used:
- Long-standing – existing for a long period of time.
- Escapades – adventurous, often risky or unconventional activities or experiences.
- Engaging – interesting or captivating; holding one’s attention.
- Enthusiasm – intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval.
- Infectious energy – an energetic vibe that spreads to others.
- Valuable insight – useful or important understanding or perspective.
- Heart is in the right place – having good intentions, even if the actions don’t always align perfectly.
- Draining – exhausting, especially mentally or emotionally.
- Slog – a difficult or tiring task or activity.
- Chatty – talkative; inclined to engage in conversation.
- Company – the state of being with someone; the people one associates with.
- Boring – dull; uninteresting.
Idioms/Phrases:
- Talk the hind legs off a donkey – to talk a lot, often to the point of tiring others out.
- Nothing is off-limits – no topic is restricted or avoided.
- Light up the room – to bring energy, brightness, or positivity to a place or situation.
- Keep the conversation flowing – to maintain an ongoing conversation without awkward pauses or silence.
- Mixed bag – a situation or experience with both good and bad aspects.
- Double-edged sword – something that has both positive and negative aspects or consequences.
- A bit much – overwhelming or excessive, often used when something is hard to handle.
- Get a word in edgeways – to manage to speak or make a contribution in a conversation when someone is talking a lot.
- On and on – continuing for a long time, usually in a way that feels excessive.
- Short on time – having little time available.
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