Topic: **As computers translate quickly and accurately, learning foreign languages is a waste of time.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?**

The accuracy and speed of computer translation are increasing which means foreign language learners are squandering their time. I take an issue with this since learning language unlocks many doors for people; exchanging ideas and traditions, reading books in native language.

Some people think language learning is waste of time in the era of computer programming advancement. Because, already, we have created some programs that capable of translating verbal speech, written speech and everything with precision and greater speed, like TranslatorApps. The proponents of this idea think that, instead of learning languages, people may work on other important skills and knowledge that level them up. With this, many current global issues like global warming, pollution and starvation would be solved easier owing to diversification in ideas and solutions. Moreover, those who support this argument say that some languages require many years to learn them -from 5-10years - like Arabic and Chinese. In this period, many feel stress, hurdles which all extra difficulties for people. Thus, language learning should be stopped, according to them.

However, learning a foreign language remains crucial for many people, I think. Although, computer is able to translate, those programs tend to make many mistakes, especially in terminology and idioms, which creates unthinkable problems in international diplomacy and book translation. Additionally, being bilingual and multilingual can help brain to think out of the box that many people lack. This is because, after learning several languages, people think tolerantly, comparing different perspectives from various angels, accepting colorful ideas that are all important to live in peace, brighter communities without wars and conflicts. Moreover, reading books and watching films in their original languages is irreplaceable and unique experience which plays a crucial role in getting the gist , targeted messages from them. Since many translators and dubs fail to translate correctly some words. If we learn languages, we get the point of the writers more accurately . Resultantly, we may apply those insights and knowledge to our personal and professional lives. So, in my opinion, it is important to learn foreign languages.

To sum up, though computer programs are available to translate everything instantly and precisely, languages should be learned to exchange ideas, to make world population more friendly, to open locked features of human brain.

•Javohir Bozorovich

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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