IELTS Speaking

IELTS Speaking Part 1: Hobbies - Sample Questions and Tips

Published May 1, 2026 · 4 views

Part 1 of the IELTS Speaking test lasts four to five minutes. The examiner asks short questions about familiar topics such as hobbies.

Sample Questions

  • What do you do in your free time?
  • How long have you had this hobby?
  • Do you prefer indoor or outdoor activities?
  • Would you like to try a new hobby?

Ideas to Include

Give reasons and examples of how often you practise.

How to Answer

  1. Answer the question directly in the first sentence.
  2. Add a reason using because or since.
  3. Give a short example or detail.
  4. Keep your answer to two or three sentences.

Tip

Do not memorise answers. Speak naturally and keep eye contact with the examiner.