Bài mẫu IELTS Speaking Part 3 topic Time, Money & Pressure

• Loại câu hỏi: Opinion / Comparison

• Cấu trúc gợi ý: Opinion → Reason → Example → Conclusion

I think a lack of money usually puts more pressure on people because it affects their basic needs. Without enough money, it can be difficult to pay for food, housing, or healthcare. For example, someone might worry about paying the rent every month. So, financial problems can make everyday life very stressful.

• Loại câu hỏi: Cause / Explanation

• Cấu trúc gợi ý: Main reasons → Explanation → Example → Conclusion

I think many people have busy schedules and too many things to do. They have to balance work, family responsibilities, and personal activities. For example, someone who works all day may still need to cook and look after their children in the evening. This leaves them with little time to relax.

• Loại câu hỏi: Opinion / Comparison

• Cấu trúc gợi ý: Opinion → Past → Present → Conclusion

Yes, I think many people are, especially because of work. In the past, it was often easier to leave work behind at the end of the day. Now, people may receive work messages on their phones even during dinner. As a result, they can feel that they’re always busy and never really have a break.

• Loại câu hỏi: Cause / Explanation

• Cấu trúc gợi ý: Main reason → Explanation → Example → Conclusion

One reason is that some people have better planning habits. They decide which tasks are important and try to avoid distractions. For example, they might make a daily list and put their phones away while working. These habits help them finish tasks on time and leave more room for other activities.

• Loại câu hỏi: Opinion

• Cấu trúc gợi ý: Opinion → Reason → Example → Conclusion

Yes, I think it can. People with more money can pay for services that reduce the time they spend on everyday tasks. For example, they can hire a cleaner or order meals instead of doing everything themselves. This gives them more time to rest, work, or spend with their families.

• Loại câu hỏi: Opinion / Comparison

• Cấu trúc gợi ý: Opinion → Reason → Example → Counterpoint → Conclusion

I’d say a lack of money generally creates more pressure because it can threaten people’s ability to meet their basic needs. When someone struggles to cover essential expenses, even small unexpected costs can become a major source of stress. For example, a broken fridge might force a family to choose between replacing it and paying the rent. Of course, a shortage of time can also be exhausting, especially for people juggling several responsibilities. But I think financial insecurity is often harder to cope with because the consequences can be so immediate.

• Loại câu hỏi: Cause / Explanation

• Cấu trúc gợi ý: Main reasons → Explanation → Example → Conclusion

I think it’s a combination of demanding schedules and constant distractions. Many people have to juggle work, household tasks, and family commitments, so there’s already very little room for rest. On top of that, notifications and social media can take up more time than they realise. For instance, someone might finish a long working day, prepare dinner, and then spend an hour scrolling instead of doing something they had planned. So, the feeling of having too little time can come from both genuine responsibilities and the way people use their remaining free time.

• Loại câu hỏi: Opinion / Comparison

• Cấu trúc gợi ý: Opinion → Past → Present → Counterpoint → Conclusion

For many people, particularly office workers, I think the pressure has increased. In the past, leaving the workplace often meant being less available until the next working day. Now, smartphones allow work messages to follow people home, and there can be an expectation of a quick response. That said, earlier generations also faced long working hours and household tasks that took considerable effort. So, I wouldn’t say everyone is busier today, but the boundary between work and personal life has become less clear for many people, making it harder to switch off.

• Loại câu hỏi: Cause / Explanation

• Cấu trúc gợi ý: Main reason → Explanation → Example → Counterpoint → Conclusion

One important reason is that some people have developed stronger planning habits. They can identify their priorities, estimate how long tasks will take, and avoid leaving everything until the last minute. For example, they might set aside a specific period for focused work and turn off notifications during that time. However, circumstances matter too: someone with unpredictable working hours or caring responsibilities may have less control over their schedule. So, effective time management depends partly on personal habits and partly on how much flexibility a person actually has.

• Loại câu hỏi: Opinion

• Cấu trúc gợi ý: Opinion → Reason → Example → Counterpoint → Conclusion

Yes, to a certain extent. Having more money allows people to pay for convenience and delegate tasks they would otherwise have to do themselves. For instance, hiring a cleaner or using a laundry service can free up several hours for rest or family activities. However, earning that extra money may involve working longer hours, which could cancel out the time saved. So, money can give people more control over their time, but the overall benefit depends on how they earn it and what they choose to spend it on.

Ví dụ: set aside time for – dành riêng thời gian cho một hoạt động hoặc mục đích.

Người đọc tự đặt các câu hỏi cho bản thân, ví dụ: 

• Tôi đã từng cảm thấy thiếu thời gian vì phải làm nhiều việc cùng lúc chưa?

• Khi đó, áp lực chủ yếu đến từ trách nhiệm thực tế hay những yếu tố gây xao nhãng?

• Tôi đã thay đổi cách sắp xếp công việc như thế nào?

• Tôi đã từng trả tiền cho một dịch vụ để tiết kiệm thời gian chưa?

• Trải nghiệm đó giúp tôi hiểu gì về mối quan hệ giữa thời gian, tiền bạc và áp lực?

→ Last month, I had to finish a work project while helping my family prepare for a gathering. I found it difficult to juggle several responsibilities, especially because I kept checking my phone. I started making a daily list to identify priorities and set aside time for focused work. We also ordered food for the gathering to free up time. This experience showed me that better planning and paying for convenience can both reduce time pressure, although not everyone can afford extra services.

Ví dụ: Tôi thiếu từ vựng để nói về việc phải xoay xở nhiều trách nhiệm cùng lúc và dành được thêm thời gian nhờ sử dụng dịch vụ trả phí.

Ví dụ: Dùng từ điển của ZIM hoặc chép các cách diễn đạt từ bài mẫu ở các phần trên để có được cụm từ mà bạn cần.

→ Thay vì nói “deal with many responsibilities at the same time”, có thể dùng juggle several responsibilities.

→ Thay vì nói “make more time available for other activities”, có thể dùng free up time for other activities.

Dùng đúng cấu trúc trong ngoặc

1. Hãy nói rằng dịch vụ giặt là có thể xử lý những công việc mà nếu không sử dụng dịch vụ, mọi người sẽ phải tự làm.
   (Dùng: would otherwise have to + V — ví dụ: A laundry service can handle tasks that people would otherwise have to do themselves.)

2. Hãy nói rằng một số người làm việc lâu hơn để chi trả cho các dịch vụ tiện lợi, và điều này có thể làm mất đi lợi ích về thời gian đã tiết kiệm được.
   (Dùng: mệnh đề chính, which could + V — ví dụ: Some people work longer hours to afford convenient services, which could cancel out the time saved.)

3. Hãy nói rằng lợi ích phụ thuộc vào cách mọi người kiếm tiền và những gì họ chi tiền vào.
   (Dùng: depend on + how… + and + what… — ví dụ: The benefit depends on how people earn their money and what they spend it on.)