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Here are 10 idioms and topic-based vocabulary for the topic Challenges that you can use in IELTS Speaking Part 1:

10 Idioms Related to Challenges

1. Bite the bullet – to face a difficult situation with courage.
   • “I had to bite the bullet and take the IELTS exam even though I was nervous.”
2. Burn the midnight oil – to work late into the night.
   • “I burned the midnight oil to prepare for my final exams.”
3. A blessing in disguise – something that seemed bad but turned out to be good.
   • “Failing that test was a blessing in disguise as it motivated me to study harder.”
4. Go the extra mile – to make extra effort.
   • “To overcome challenges, I always go the extra mile.”
5. When the going gets tough, the tough get going – strong people work harder during difficult times.
   • “I believe in the saying, ‘When the going gets tough, the tough get going.’”
6. In over your head – being in a situation that is too difficult.
   • “I felt in over my head when I started learning a new language.”
7. Hit a brick wall – to face an obstacle that is hard to overcome.
   • “I hit a brick wall while trying to solve that problem at work.”
8. Learn the hard way – to learn by experiencing something unpleasant.
   • “I learned the hard way that procrastination only creates more challenges.”
9. A tough nut to crack – something very difficult to deal with.
   • “That project was a tough nut to crack, but I managed it.”
10. Pull out all the stops – to use all resources and efforts to achieve something.

• “I pulled out all the stops to complete my assignment on time.”

Topic-Based Vocabulary for Challenges

Nouns

1. Obstacles – things that block your progress.
   • “I faced many obstacles while preparing for my exams.”
2. Adversity – difficult or unpleasant situations.
   • “Adversity teaches us resilience.”
3. Resilience – the ability to recover quickly from difficulties.
   • “Resilience is essential to overcome challenges.”
4. Setback – a delay or problem.
   • “I experienced a setback when I failed my first attempt.”
5. Breakthrough – an important development or success.
   • “I finally made a breakthrough in my studies.”

Verbs

1. Persevere – to continue despite difficulties.
   • “You must persevere to achieve your goals.”
2. Overcome – to successfully deal with a challenge.
   • “I overcame my fear of public speaking by practicing daily.”
3. Struggle – to try hard despite difficulties.
   • “I struggled with time management during the exam.”

Adjectives

1. Daunting – intimidating or overwhelming.
   • “Facing a large audience was a daunting challenge.”
2. Achievable – possible to accomplish.
   • “With hard work, any goal is achievable.”

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Here are 10 idioms and topic-based vocabulary for Childhood Memories that can be used in IELTS Speaking Part 1:

10 Idioms Related to Childhood and Memories

1. Apple of someone’s eye – someone who is cherished above all.
   • “As a child, I was the apple of my grandmother’s eye.”
2. Childhood sweetheart – a person someone fell in love with during childhood.
   • “I still remember my childhood sweetheart from school days.”
3. Bite the dust – to fail or end (used humorously to describe broken toys or games).
   • “Most of my childhood toys eventually bit the dust.”
4. Make a mountain out of a molehill – to exaggerate a small issue.
   • “As a kid, I would make a mountain out of a molehill over small arguments.”
5. Golden years – a period of happiness or success.
   • “My childhood was truly the golden years of my life.”
6. Happy-go-lucky – carefree and cheerful.
   • “I was a happy-go-lucky child who loved climbing trees.”
7. Lost in thought – deeply thinking or remembering.
   • “Sometimes, I get lost in thought reminiscing about my childhood.”
8. Through thick and thin – to stay supportive in good and bad times.
   • “My best friend from childhood has been with me through thick and thin.”
9. Bundle of joy – a term for a very happy or lively child.
   • “My little brother was a bundle of joy during my childhood.”
10. A trip down memory lane – recalling old memories.

• “Talking about my childhood feels like a trip down memory lane.”

Topic-Based Vocabulary for Childhood Memories

Nouns

1. Playground – an area where children play.
2. Toys – objects for children to play with.
3. Childhood – the time of being a child.
4. Nursery rhymes – traditional songs for children.
5. Family gatherings – events where the family gets together.

Verbs

1. Nostalgic – feeling sentimental about the past.
   • “I feel nostalgic whenever I see old photos.”
2. Cherish – to value something deeply.
   • “I cherish the days spent at my grandparents’ house.”
3. Recall – to remember something.
   • “I recall spending hours playing outside.”

Adjectives

1. Innocent – pure and free from harm.
   • “Childhood was such an innocent phase.”
2. Carefree – without worries.
   • “Those were the carefree days of my life.”

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Day 3. Part one
Topic: Challenges

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Day 3. Part one
Topic: Childhood memories

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Here are 10 idioms and topic-based vocabulary for discussing happiness and joyful moments in IELTS Speaking Part 1: Idioms Related to Happiness 1. On cloud nine – Extremely happy or delighted. Example: “I was on cloud nine when I received the job offer.”…

Here are 10 idioms and topic-based vocabulary for discussing happiness and joyful moments in IELTS Speaking Part 1:

Idioms Related to Happiness

1. On cloud nine – Extremely happy or delighted.
   Example: “I was on cloud nine when I received the job offer.”
2. Over the moon – Very happy and pleased.
   Example: “She was over the moon when she passed her IELTS exam.”
3. Tickled pink – Delighted or extremely pleased.
   Example: “I was tickled pink to see my old friend after so many years.”
4. Walking on air – Feeling extremely happy and joyful.
   Example: “After the wedding, the bride and groom were walking on air.”
5. Grinning from ear to ear – Smiling broadly because of happiness.
   Example: “He was grinning from ear to ear when he got promoted.”
6. Like a dog with two tails – Extremely happy and excited.
   Example: “When they announced the bonus, the employees were like a dog with two tails.”
7. Happy as a clam – Perfectly happy and content.
   Example: “After spending the day at the beach, I felt happy as a clam.”
8. Jump for joy – To be very happy and show excitement.
   Example: “The children jumped for joy when they saw the birthday cake.”
9. Bursting with joy – Feeling an overwhelming sense of happiness.
   Example: “I was bursting with joy when I saw my baby for the first time.”
10. A breath of fresh air – Something or someone that brings happiness and relief.
    Example: “Her cheerful attitude was a breath of fresh air during the tough project.”

Topic-Based Vocabulary for Happy Things

• Positive Emotions: joy, excitement, contentment, gratitude, satisfaction, cheerfulness, elation.
• Happy Occasions: celebration, party, achievement, success, accomplishment, surprise.
• Expressions of Happiness: smile, laugh, cheer, giggle, beam, glow.
• Describing Happy Memories: unforgettable, cherished, treasured, heartwarming, blissful, delightful.
• Happy Activities: spending time with family, enjoying nature, traveling, celebrating milestones, pursuing hobbies.

Example Question & Answer for IELTS Speaking Part 1:

Q: What makes you happy in your daily life?
A: “Spending time with my family always puts me on cloud nine. I also enjoy reading books, which brings me a lot of contentment and peace.”

Q: Can you describe a happy memory from your childhood?
A: “I remember the day my parents surprised me with a bicycle. I was grinning from ear to ear and spent the entire day riding it around the neighborhood.”

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