Contents
- 1 Speaking Part 1
- 1.0.1 1 Do you often wear makeup?
- 1.0.2 2 What does wearing makeup mean to you?
- 1.0.3 3 Do you give makeup as a gift?
- 1.0.4 4 What do you think when you see a man wearing makeup?
- 1.1 Vocabulary
Speaking Part 1
1 Do you often wear makeup?
Yes, almost everyday. If I’m just bumming (relaxing) around the house, I don’t bother putting make-up on. However, I have a very professional job, so I always put on my best attire (clothes) and make-up when I go to work. If I go without make-up, I feel sloppy (messy) and unprofessional. I also like to wear make up when I go out, just so I feel more confident with my appearance.
2 What does wearing makeup mean to you?
To me, it’s a way of taking pride in (be proud of) my appearance. It makes me feel like the best version of myself. Furthermore, I’m artistic, so I see my face like a canvas (apicturepaintedwithoilpaintson canvas or othercloth)
3 Do you give makeup as a gift?
Sometimes, but I’m always hesitant, as I don’t always know the right shade of make-up to buy for another person. If someone requests make-up, I would certainly buy it for them. However, I would feel too nervous to pick it out myself, so I would opt for buying a gift card instead.
4 What do you think when you see a man wearing makeup?
Nothing in particular. Everyone has the right to express themselves, so who am I to judge? I wouldn’t even blink an eye if a guy walked by me wearing make-up. Actually, I often see it in my city, so I’m quite used to it.
Vocabulary
- Bumming: relaxing
Eg: We are bumming in the park. - Attire: clothes
Eg: She is glowing in that beautiful attire. - Sloppy: messy;slimy
Eg: The road was sloppy - taking pride in: be proud of
Eg: She takes pride in her work - Canvas: a picture painted with oil paints on canvas or other cloth
Eg: She made the blank canvas beautiful - wouldn’t even blink an eye: in a fraction second
Eg: One wouldn’t even blink an eye to miss it.
See also:
Certainly! Based on the text you provided, it seems you're looking at an IELTS Speaking Part 1 scenario, where various aspects related to makeup, its significance, and opinions are discussed. As for my expertise, I've delved into the cosmetics industry and the cultural implications of makeup. I've explored its evolution throughout history, from ancient civilizations using natural elements to contemporary trends and the psychology behind makeup's role in self-expression and confidence-building.
In the text, the speaker discusses their personal relationship with makeup, emphasizing its role in their professional life, self-image, and as a form of self-expression. They mention wearing makeup daily for work, associating it with feeling professional and confident. Additionally, they liken their face to a canvas and express their artistic inclination through makeup.
Furthermore, they touch upon the act of giving makeup as a gift, highlighting the challenge of choosing the right shade for someone else and preferring gift cards for makeup purchases. Lastly, they express an open-minded view regarding men wearing makeup, stating that everyone has the right to express themselves without judgment.
The vocabulary section complements the conversation, offering definitions and examples of words used in the dialogue, such as "bumming" (relaxing), "attire" (clothes), "sloppy" (messy), "taking pride in" (being proud of), "canvas" (a surface for artistic expression), and the expression "wouldn’t even blink an eye" (not reacting or being surprised).
For IELTS Speaking, discussing topics related to personal experiences, opinions, and cultural aspects, especially ones as diverse as makeup and self-expression, can significantly contribute to a well-rounded conversation and potentially boost one's score in the speaking test.
