IELTS

IELTS/Unit 5: Part 2 - Describing Places

Vocabulary

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Destination

/des-ti-nay-shun/

"Place to go."

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Breathtaking

/breth-tay-king/

"Beautiful."

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Ancient

/ayn-shent/

"Very old."

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Bustling

/bus-ling/

"Busy."

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Tranquil

/trang-kwil/

"Peaceful."

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Spectacular

/spek-tak-yoo-lar/

"Amazing."

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Historical

/his-tor-i-kal/

"History."

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Renowned

/ri-nownd/

"Famous."

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Atmosphere

/at-mos-feer/

"Vibe."

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Architecture

/ar-ki-tek-chur/

"Building design."

Article

Describing Places 🏰

Cue Card: "Describe a holiday destination you like."

Senses (VAK)

Visual: Majestic mountains, crystal-clear water, ancient ruins.
Auditory: Crashing waves, bustling markets, deafening silence.
Kinesthetic/Feeling: Scorching heat, tranquil atmosphere, breathtaking view.

Phrases

"It is located in..."
"It is renowned for..."
"It is a hidden gem..."

Practice

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A 'Hidden Gem' is...

Synonym for 'Peaceful'?

If a view is amazing, it's...

To be 'Renowned' means...

'Crystal-clear' usually describes...

Can you talk about the food there?

If not crowded, it is...

A 'Tourist Trap' is...

'Off the beaten track' means...

10.

Should you mention feelings?

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