Trong số lần này, thầy Duy Anh từ The IELTS Workshop sẽ hướng dẫn cách trả lời các câu hỏi thuộc chủ đề “Day off” trong IELTS Speaking Part 1. Bạn sẽ được tham khảo sample answer, từ vựng chủ đề và những cách diễn đạt ăn điểm trong mắt giám khảo. Bên cạnh đó, đừng bỏ lỡ phần bài mẫu Part 2 & 3 đến từ cô Thảo Chi, giáo viên tại TIW, để hiểu sâu hơn cách phát triển ý tưởng cho toàn bộ chủ đề “Day off” một cách tự nhiên và logic nhé!
Part 1
1. When was the last time you had a few days off?
2. What do you usually do when you have days off?
3. Do you usually spend your days off with your parents or with your friends?
4. What would you like to do if you had a day off tomorrow?
Câu trả lời mẫu (Sample Answer)
1. When is the last time you had a day off?
To be frank, due to the nature of my occupation, I can’t properly say whether I can truly enjoy proper days of rest. However, a few weeks ago, owing to a big national holiday, I managed to have some time off for myself. I had a lot of fun and relaxation with my family and friends.
2. What do you usually do when you have days off?
During my days off, I tend to steer clear from anything regarding work or study-related. Therefore, I only do menial tasks such as doing household chores or playing video games. I don’t want to sound like a lazy person, but I prefer doing these menial tasks because I take rests seriously so as to reinforce my mental health. There should be a line drawn between work and rest, thus I just want to properly relax.
3. Do you usually spend your days off with your parents or with your friends?
If you asked me that question a decade ago, I would gladly say that I prefer spending time with my family. Problem is, as I get older, I find my interests shared with my relatives have waned drastically, whereas in recent years I have gotten the privilege to meet numerous people who I have the honor of calling friends. So nowadays, I tend to spend time with my friends if time allows it. If they are not available, I’ll spend time with my family or enjoy some alone time.
4. What would you like to do if you had a day off tomorrow?
As aforementioned, I am an individual who appreciates spending my time off doing menial tasks or playing games. As one day is very short, I’d tend to do just that. Maybe I would try to finish a video game that I haven’t gotten the time to finish yet or if I were feeling adventurous, I’d catch a movie in the theaters or take my motorbike then go for a city ride.
Sample by Duy Anh – IELTS Teacher at The IELTS Workshop
Từ vựng trong bài (Vocabulary)
- Occupation (n): công việc (job)
- Owing to: nhờ vào; nhờ đến (thanks to)
- Steer clear: tránh khỏi (stay away)
- Reinforce (v): củng cổ (support; benefit)
- Wane (v): phai dần (fade; disappear)
- Honor (n): danh dự
- Aforementioned (v): đã được đề cập (previously mentioned)
- Adventurous (adj): muốn khám phá; thích phiêu lưu
Xem thêm: Topic: Leisure Time | Bài mẫu IELTS Speaking Part 1
Part 2: Describe what you would do if you had a day off
Bài mẫu (Sample)
If I had a day off, I would love to spend it relaxing and recharging. Life can be quite busy, so having a free day would be the perfect chance to slow down and do things I enjoy.
I would probably start the day by sleeping in, since I rarely get the chance to do that. Then, I’d have a lazy breakfast while watching a show or reading a book. Later, I might go for a long walk in the park or even take a short trip somewhere peaceful, like the beach or a quiet café. I would prefer to do this with a close friend or a family member so we could catch up and enjoy the time together.
I would love to spend the evening unwinding by watching a movie or having dinner at a nice restaurant. I think it’s important to have quality time with loved ones because we often get so caught up in work or study that we forget to enjoy simple moments.
At the end of the day, I would feel refreshed and re-energized. Taking time to rest is essential because it helps us return to our daily routines with a clear mind and more motivation.
Sample by Dinh Thao Chi, IELTS Teacher at The IELTS Workshop
Từ vựng (Vocabulary)
- day off – ngày nghỉ
- relaxing and recharging – thư giãn và nạp lại năng lượng
- slow down – chậm lại, thư giãn hơn
- sleeping in – ngủ nướng
- lazy breakfast – bữa sáng thư thả
- long walk in the park – đi dạo lâu trong công viên
- unwinding – thư giãn
- quality time – thời gian chất lượng
- refreshed and re-energized – sảng khoái và tràn đầy năng lượng
- clear mind – đầu óc tỉnh táo
Part 3
1. Câu trả lời mẫu (Sample)
1. Why do people need days off from work or study?
People need days off to rest and recharge. Working or studying for long periods without breaks can lead to stress and burnout. Days off help people relax, spend time with family and friends, and return to work or school with renewed energy.
2. Do you think having more days off can make people more productive?
Yes, I believe so. When people have sufficient rest, they can work more efficiently. Overworking can lead to mental fatigue, which reduces concentration and creativity. In many countries, companies that offer flexible schedules notice an improvement in employee performance.
3. How do most people in your country spend their days off?
It depends on the person. Some prefer to stay at home and relax, watching TV or spending time with family. Others enjoy going out, whether that means traveling, visiting a café, or meeting friends. Outdoor activities like hiking or playing sports are also quite popular, especially among younger people.
4. Do you think people should have the same number of days off in all jobs?
Not necessarily. Some jobs, like healthcare or emergency services, require longer working hours and more responsibility, so employees in these fields might need more rest. However, all workers should have fair and reasonable days off to maintain a good work-life balance.
Sample by Dinh Thao Chi, IELTS Teacher at The IELTS Workshop
2. Từ vựng (Vocabulary)
- rest and recharge – nghỉ ngơi và lấy lại năng lượng
- stress and burnout – căng thẳng và kiệt sức
- renewed energy – năng lượng mới
- sufficient rest – nghỉ ngơi đầy đủ
- mental fatigue – mệt mỏi tinh thần
- employee performance – hiệu suất làm việc của nhân viên
- stay at home and relax – ở nhà thư giãn
- going out – ra ngoài chơi
- longer working hours – giờ làm việc dài hơn
- fair and reasonable – công bằng và hợp lý
- work-life balance – cân bằng giữa công việc và cuộc sống
Xem thêm: Topic: Leisure Time | Câu trả lời mẫu IELTS Speaking Part 3
Tạm kết
Hy vọng rằng bộ bài mẫu IELTS Speaking theo chủ đề “Day off” đến từ thầy Duy Anh và cô Thảo Chi đã giúp bạn hiểu rõ hơn cách phát triển ý tưởng cho cả ba phần trong bài thi, đồng thời nắm được những từ vựng và cách diễn đạt “ăn điểm” trong mắt giám khảo. Nếu bạn đang trong giai đoạn ôn luyện nước rút, đừng bỏ lỡ Bộ đề dự đoán IELTS Speaking Quý 2 (T6 – 08/2025) – Full 3 Parts và KHO BÀI MẪU IELTS SPEAKING – cập nhật sát đề thi thật, giúp bạn tự tin bứt tốc trong phòng thi!
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