IELTS Topic

Part 1: Weather

1. Do you prefer dry or wet weather?

I prefer dry weather because it’s more comfortable, and I can do outdoor activities without
worrying about getting wet. When it rains, everything becomes messy, and I have to carry an
umbrella. However, I do enjoy the rain sometimes, especially when I’m at home, because it feels
relaxing.

2. What kind of weather do you like most?

I really like cool and sunny weather because it’s pleasant and not too extreme. I don’t like it
when it’s too hot because I feel tired easily, and I don’t enjoy freezing cold temperatures either.
A mild, sunny day with a light breeze is perfect for going out and enjoying nature.

3. What’s your favorite season?

My favorite season is spring because the weather is nice, and everything looks fresh and
colorful. Flowers start to bloom, and the temperature is just right—not too hot or too cold. It’s
also a great time for outdoor activities like picnics and walks in the park.

4. What kind of weather is typical in your hometown?

In my hometown, the weather is usually hot and humid, especially in the summer. It can get
really warm, and people often use fans or air conditioning to stay cool. In the rainy season,
there are heavy showers, which sometimes cause flooding. But in the cooler months, the
weather is quite comfortable.
List of vocabulary:

 Sunny – The sun is shining. (It’s a sunny day.)

 Cloudy – There are many clouds. (It’s quite cloudy today.)

 Rainy – It’s raining. (I love staying indoors on rainy days.)

 Windy – There is a lot of wind. (It’s too windy to go outside.)

 Foggy – There is a lot of fog. (Driving is difficult when it’s foggy.)

 Humid – The air is wet and hot. (It feels sticky because it’s so humid.)

 Chilly – A little cold. (It’s chilly in the morning but warm in the afternoon.)

 Freezing – Very cold. (It’s freezing outside! Wear a thick coat.)

 Boiling – Very hot. (It’s boiling today! I need some ice water.)

Advanced Vocabulary

 Drizzle – Light rain. (It’s only a drizzle, so I don’t need an umbrella.)

 Downpour – Heavy rain. (There was a sudden downpour this afternoon.)

 Scorching – Extremely hot. (It’s scorching in the summer! I can’t stand the heat.)

 Mild – Neither too hot nor too cold. (I prefer mild weather over extreme temperatures.)

 Overcast – Covered with clouds. (It’s overcast, so it might rain later.)

 Bitterly cold – Very, very cold. (It was bitterly cold last night!)

 Gale – A very strong wind. (The gale last night knocked down some trees.)

 Frosty – Very cold, icy. (The car windows were frosty this morning.)
Weather Idioms

✅ "Under the weather" – Feeling sick. (I’m not coming to work today, I’m feeling under the
weather.)
✅ "It’s raining cats and dogs" – Raining heavily. (Take an umbrella, it’s raining cats and dogs
outside!)
✅ "A storm is brewing" – Something bad is about to happen. (They were arguing a lot, I think a
storm is brewing.)
✅ "Come rain or shine" – No matter what happens. (I go for a run every morning, come rain or
shine.)
✅ "Break the ice" – Start a conversation in an awkward situation. (He told a joke to break the ice
at the meeting.)
✅ "A ray of sunshine" – A happy and positive person. (She’s always smiling, she’s a real ray of
sunshine!)
✅ "The calm before the storm" – A quiet moment before something intense happens. (The
office was quiet before the deadline – it was the calm before the storm.)

Common Weather Adjectives

✅ Hot and humid – (Summers in Vietnam are hot and humid.)

✅ Scorching – (The midday sun in Ho Chi Minh City can be scorching!)
✅ Misty and chilly – (Winters in Hanoi can be misty and chilly.)
✅ Stormy – (Central Vietnam sometimes experiences stormy weather during typhoon season.)
✅ Unpredictable – (The weather in Vietnam can be unpredictable, especially during the rainy
season.)

Verbs & Activities for Different Seasons in Tropical Countries

Dry Season (Hot, Sunny, Warm)

 Go to the beach (Many people go to the beach to cool off.)

 Swim in the ocean (Swimming is a great way to escape the heat.)

 Have a picnic (Families enjoy having picnics in parks or by the river.)

 Wear light clothes (People wear light clothes like T-shirts and shorts.)

 Drink fresh coconut water (Drinking fresh coconut water helps to stay hydrated.)

 Travel to tourist spots (The dry season is the best time to visit islands and mountains.)

 Go hiking (Hiking is easier when the trails are dry and not muddy.)

 Play outdoor sports (Basketball and football are popular during sunny days.)

 Ride a motorcycle (Many people prefer motorcycles because the roads are dry and safe.)

 Dry clothes outside (It’s easy to dry clothes under the hot sun.)

Rainy Season (Wet, Humid, Stormy)

 Stay indoors (Many people stay indoors when it rains heavily.)

 Watch movies (Watching movies is a great way to pass time on rainy days.)

 Read books (Some people love reading books while listening to the rain.)

 Drink hot coffee or tea (A warm drink is perfect for cool, rainy days.)

 Wear a raincoat or use an umbrella (People carry an umbrella to avoid getting wet.)

 Listen to the sound of rain (Some people find the sound of rain relaxing.)

 Sleep in (The cool weather makes people want to sleep longer.)

 Cook hot soup (Hot soup is perfect for cold, rainy days.)

 Experience flooding (Some areas experience flooding after heavy rain.)

 Drive carefully (Drivers must be careful because roads get slippery.)

Phrases for Increasing Temperatures

  Temperatures are rising. (In summer, temperatures are rising to over 35°C.)

 It’s getting hotter. (It’s getting hotter as we move into summer.)

 The heat is intensifying. (The heat is intensifying, making it hard to stay outside.)

 We’re experiencing a heatwave. (Many cities are experiencing a heatwave this week.)

 The sun is beating down. (The sun is beating down, making the streets very hot.)

 It’s scorching hot. (It’s scorching hot today; make sure to drink lots of water!)

 The temperature is climbing. (The temperature is climbing rapidly due to climate

change.)

Phrases for Dropping Temperatures

 Temperatures are dropping. (Temperatures are dropping as winter approaches.)

 It’s getting colder. (It’s getting colder in the evenings now.)

 The cold is setting in. (The cold is setting in, and we need to wear warm clothes.)

 A cold front is coming. (A cold front is coming, bringing freezing temperatures.)

 The temperature has plummeted. (The temperature has plummeted overnight.)

 It’s freezing outside. (Don’t forget your jacket, it’s freezing outside!)

 The air is getting chilly. (The air is getting chilly; autumn is here!)