Describe something important that you learned (not in school or college)

Dàn ý

Situation - Dye my hair by myself

Task - Didn't know where to start, friends can do it without batting an eye, I had to practice several times and eventually got the hang of it.

Action - Colleagues as hairdressers taught me to dye my hair using semi-permanent colors, showed me techniques to apply and mix the colors, can do it myself at home and save a bundle, feel more confident and independent.

Result - A real turning point, helped me save money, with enough practice and patience, I can learn anything, grateful to my former colleagues, continue to enjoy experimenting with different hair colors and styles.

Bài mẫu Describe something important that you learned

Learning how to dye my hair by myself was a real game-changer for me. At first, I was at a loss and didn't know where to start. I won't lie, it wasn't a piece of cake to learn. Some of my friends can do it without batting an eye, but for me, it was like trying to teach an old dog new tricks. I had to practice several times and make a few mistakes, but eventually, I got the hang of it.

I learned how to dye my hair when I was working as a salesperson in a small hair salon. Although my main duty was to sell hair products, my colleagues who were hairdressers taught me how to dye my hair using semi-permanent colors. They showed me the different types of colors and the techniques to apply them to my hair to achieve the desired result. I was also taught how to properly mix the colors, so I didn't end up with a disastrous result.

Learning how to dye my hair was not only fun but also saved me a pretty penny. I used to be a big spender when it comes to hair color and would always have to shell out a lot of cash at the salon. But now, I can do it myself at home and save a bundle. It was also a real eye-opener for me to learn that some things in life can't be taught in school or college. Sometimes, you have to learn things the hard way or through real-life experiences. And now that I've learned how to dye my hair, I feel more confident and independent. It's like I've got a feather in my cap.

All in all, learning how to dye my hair was a real turning point for me. It not only helped me save money but also taught me that with enough practice and patience, I can learn anything I set my mind to. I'm grateful to my former colleagues who taught me this skill, and I continue to enjoy experimenting with different hair colors and styles. Who knows, maybe someday I'll be as good as a pro and have people lining up for me to dye their hair.

Từ vựng cần lưu ý

• real game-changer: sự kiện bước ngoặt

• at a loss: bối rối, không biết phải làm gì

• without batting an eye: hoàn toàn điềm tĩnh, không hề lo lắng

• trying to teach an old dog new tricks: sử dụng khi muốn nói việc dạy bảo hay thay đổi ai đó là rất khó

• got the hang of it: hiểu được cách làm

• end up with a disastrous result: nhận được kết quả thảm họa

• saved me a pretty penny: tiết kiệm được khoản tiền lớn

• big spender: người chi ra nhiều tiền

• shell out: vung tiền, chi trả số tiền lớn

• save a bundle: tiết kiệm được khoản lớn

• a real eye-opener: sự việc mở mang tầm mắt

• got a feather in my cap: đạt được thành tựu đáng tự hào

• a real turning point:  sự kiện bước ngoặt

IELTS Speaking Part 3 Sample

What can children learn from parents?

Well, there's a lot that kids can learn from their parents. I think one of the most important things is essential life skills, like cooking and managing finances. Parents can also teach their children basic household chores, like how to do laundry or clean the bathroom. And, of course, parents can help their children learn how to treat and communicate with others, which is important for building strong relationships later in life. All in all, parents play a huge role in shaping their children's lives and helping them grow into responsible and kind adults.

• building strong relationships: hình thành những mối quan hệ bền chặt

• play a huge role: đóng vai trò quan trọng

Do you think some children are well-behaved because they are influenced by their parents?

Absolutely, parents have a massive impact on their children's behavior and manners. Children tend to learn by example and follow in their parents' footsteps. If parents are well-behaved, it's highly likely that their children will be too. On the other hand, if parents model negative behavior or attitudes, their children may pick up on it and replicate it as well. Therefore, it's important for parents to be mindful of the example they are setting for their children, as it can have a lasting impact on their development.

• follow in their parents' footsteps: bắt chước hành động của cha mẹ

• pick up on it: chú ý, để ý đến cái gì

Is it necessary for adults to learn new things?

Absolutely, I believe it's important for adults to learn new things because life is constantly changing, we can't rely on what we learned in the past to navigate through present-day situations. Therefore, learning new skills and knowledge can help adults adapt to new situations and stay relevant in the workforce. Plus, with the constant advancements in technology and changes in society, it's crucial for adults to keep up with the times or else they may be left in the dust.

• navigate through present-day situations: xử lý những tình huống trong cuộc sống hiện đại

• stay relevant in the workforce: luôn cập nhật, có ích và mang lại giá trị trong môi trường làm việc

How can people learn new things?

Well, there are plenty of ways to learn new things. Some people prefer to learn in a more traditional way by attending classes or having someone teach them. Others might opt for a more independent approach, like reading books or watching videos online. And then there are some who prefer to figure things out themselves by trial and error. It really depends on the person and what they are trying to learn.

• independent approach: lối tiếp cận mang tính độc lập, không phụ thuộc vào ai

• figure things out themselves by trial and error: tự mày mò qua các lần thử nghiệm và thất bại.

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