Speaking part 1 phrases

Speaking part 1 tips

Relative clauses and present perfect continuous:

-I’m from Umbria, which is a region in Central Italy. But I’ve been living here in San Diego for four months.

-I’m originally from Daegu, which is a small college town in South Korea. However, I’ve been studying English in San Francisco for the last three months.

-I’m from Maresme, which is a region just north of Barcelona. But for the last few months I’ve been living in California.

On Your Childhood

Speaking about your childhood is a great opportunity to use phrasal verbs like GROW UP. It’s also a great way to use the Past Passive.

-Born in

I was born in Berlin.

-Raised by

I was raised by my mother and stepfather.

-Grew up in

I grew up in a small town, just north of Zurich.

-Born and raised

I was born and raised in Seoul.

Personal life

-I’m an avid ________________.

I’m an avid reader. I have hundreds of books in addition to plenty of files on my e-reader.

-I’m a ________________ lover.

I’m a huge soccer lover, so I usually play with my friends on weekends.

I’m a ________________ fan.

I’m a fitness fan, so I’m often found at the gym or outdoors doing something exciting, like hiking.