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Gợi ý Lexical Resource (Speaking)
Học theo chủ đề, đọc ví dụ to, rồi luyện chèn idiom vào Part 1–3 — tránh dùng sai ngữ cảnh hoặc lạm dụng. Dùng biểu tượng loa để nghe, dấu bookmark để lưu vào Từ của tôi.
trong cái rủi có cái may
Something bad that leads to something good.
“Missing the flight was a blessing in disguise—we avoided the storm.”
người lười, chỉ xem TV
A person who watches a lot of TV and doesn't exercise.
“I become a couch potato if I don't plan outdoor activities.”
sốc văn hoá
Confusion when experiencing a new culture.
“I had a culture shock when I first moved to the UK.”
con dao hai lưỡi
Something with both advantages and disadvantages.
“Working from home is a double-edged sword for many employees.”
Speaking: Part 3 khi nói technology/work-life balance.
muối bỏ biển
A very small amount compared to what is needed.
“One recycling bin is a drop in the ocean compared to global waste.”
Speaking: Part 3 environment — tránh overclaim.
khác xa
Very different from.
“City life is a far cry from my quiet hometown.”
Speaking: Part 2 compare past vs present.
khó tin / xa vời
Unlikely to be true or practical.
“Some people think AI will replace all jobs, but that's far-fetched.”
ai cũng biết
Very famous and widely known.
“That singer became a household name after one hit song.”
sân chơi bình đẳng
A fair situation where everyone has equal chances.
“Scholarships create a more level playing field.”
nồi lẩu văn hoá
A place where many cultures mix.
“London is often described as a cultural melting pot.”
lẫn lộn tốt xấu
Something with both good and bad parts.
“The film festival was a mixed bag—some great, some boring films.”
người hòa đồng, giỏi giao tiếp
Someone who enjoys being with and talking to others.
“I'm a people person, so I love customer-facing roles.”
giải pháp tạm thời
A fast solution that may not last.
“Tax cuts are not a quick fix for inequality.”
học nhanh
Someone who learns new things fast.
“Employers value candidates who are quick learners.”
giai đoạn khó khăn
A difficult period in life.
“Every marriage goes through a rough patch sometimes.”
nguyên tắc kinh nghiệm
A practical principle based on experience.
“As a rule of thumb, save ten percent of your income.”
chỗ dựa tinh thần
Someone who listens sympathetically.
“My sister is always a shoulder to cry on.”
đường cong học tập dốc (phải học nhanh)
A situation where you must learn quickly.
“Starting university was a steep learning curve for me.”
rất gần
Very close in distance.
“The beach is just a stone's throw away from my house.”
Speaking: Part 1 hometown / neighbourhood.
bước ngoặt
A time when an important change happens.
“Moving to Hanoi was a turning point in my career.”
Speaking: Part 2 memorable event / life change.
vòng luẩn quẩn
A bad situation that causes more bad situations in a cycle.
“Stress and poor sleep can become a vicious circle.”
đôi bên cùng có lợi
A result that benefits everyone involved.
“Flexible hours can be a win-win situation for staff and employers.”
theo quan điểm của tôi
In my opinion (formal, natural in Speaking).
“As far as I'm concerned, arts subjects are as valuable as science.”
Speaking: Mở câu trả lời Part 1/3 thay vì I think.
ở ngã ba đường (quyết định quan trọng)
At a point where an important decision must be made.
“I'm at a crossroads in my career.”
nằm ở cốt lõi
At the central part of something.
“Trust is at the heart of any strong friendship.”
quay lại từ đầu
Back to the beginning after failure.
“The project failed, so we're back to square one.”
ghi nhớ, lưu ý
To remember and consider something.
“Bear in mind that IELTS scores expire after two years.”
nói vòng vo
To avoid talking directly about something.
“Stop beating around the bush and tell me what happened.”
xả stress
To release stress through activity.
“I blow off steam by jogging after work.”
tốn kém, vét cạn túi
To cost too much; to use all one's money.
“A holiday abroad doesn't have to break the bank.”
thu hẹp khoảng cách
To reduce differences between groups or ideas.
“Scholarships bridge the gap between rich and poor students.”
mở rộng tầm nhìn
To expand one's knowledge and experience.
“Living abroad really broadened my horizons.”
thức khuya làm việc/học
To work or study late into the night.
“I burned the midnight oil before my final exams.”
Speaking: Part 1 study / work pressure.
nhìn chung
Mostly; in general.
“By and large, people in my city are quite friendly.”
kết thúc công việc trong ngày
To stop working for the day.
“After eight hours, we decided to call it a day.”
thăng tiến trong sự nghiệp
To advance to higher positions at work.
“He climbed the career ladder through hard work and networking.”
quy về, tóm lại là
To be essentially about one thing.
“Happiness often comes down to healthy relationships.”
chấp nhận (sự thật khó)
To accept a difficult situation.
“It took time to come to terms with living far from family.”
đắt đỏ
To be very expensive.
“Housing in the city centre costs an arm and a leg.”
làm qua loa, cắt giảm chất lượng
To do something cheaply or quickly, reducing quality.
“Some firms cut corners on safety regulations.”
ngày này qua ngày khác
Every day, continuously.
“She works day in, day out to support her family.”
công việc bế tắc
A job with no prospects for promotion.
“He left a dead-end job to retrain as a nurse.”
góp phần nhỏ của mình
To do one's small part to help.
“I do my bit by using public transport when I can.”
giản dị, thực tế
Practical and friendly, not pretending to be special.
“My manager is very down to earth despite her success.”
Speaking: Part 2 describe a person.
không đạt tới
To fail to reach a required level.
“Public transport falls short of what commuters need.”
hiếm hoi
Rare.
“Affordable flats in the city centre are few and far between.”
điều đáng suy ngẫm
Something that makes you think carefully.
“The documentary gave us plenty of food for thought.”
từ con số không
From the beginning without existing resources.
“She built her online business from scratch.”
tăng tốc, lan rộng
To become stronger or more popular.
“Remote work gained momentum after the pandemic.”
quen dần, vào guồng
To become comfortable with a new activity.
“It took a week to get into the swing of things at my new job.”
hòa đồng với
To have a good relationship with someone.
“I get on well with most of my colleagues.”
vượt tầm kiểm soát
To become impossible to control.
“Traffic congestion gets out of hand during festivals.”
truyền đạt rõ ý
To communicate an idea clearly.
“Good speakers know how to get their message across.”
nỗ lực thêm, làm hơn cả yêu cầu
To make more effort than expected.
“Good teachers go the extra mile for their students.”
Speaking: Part 2/3 work ethic, role models.
có năng khiếu
To have a natural ability for something.
“She has a knack for explaining complex ideas simply.”
sẽ còn tồn tại lâu dài
Likely to remain permanently.
“Remote meetings are probably here to stay.”
hợp nhau ngay
To quickly become friends with someone.
“We hit it off on the first day of the course.”
chăm chỉ học
To study hard.
“I need to hit the books before the IELTS test.”
đang sôi động nhất
At the highest level of activity.
“The festival was in full swing when we arrived.”
có thói quen
Accustomed to doing something regularly.
“I'm in the habit of reading before bed.”
Speaking: Part 1 daily routine / hobbies.
về lâu dài
Over a long period in the future.
“Exercise pays off in the long run.”
vừa kịp lúc
Just before it is too late.
“We arrived at the airport in the nick of time.”
cùng hoàn cảnh
In the same difficult situation as others.
“During the pandemic, we were all in the same boat.”
trong thời đại ngày nay
In modern times.
“In this day and age, digital skills are essential.”
giữ liên lạc
To continue communicating with someone.
“Social media helps me keep in touch with friends abroad.”
giữ bình tĩnh
To stay calm in a difficult situation.
“She kept her cool during the heated debate.”
bắt kịp thời đại
To stay modern and informed.
“Older people sometimes struggle to keep up with the times.”
một công đôi việc
To achieve two things with one action.
“Cycling to work kills two birds with one stone—exercise and commuting.”
sống ít vận động
To spend a lot of time sitting with little exercise.
“Office workers often lead a sedentary lifestyle.”
học qua vết thương
To learn through mistakes or painful experience.
“I learned to save money the hard way after losing my job.”
nắm vững công việc
To learn how to do a job or activity.
“It took me a month to learn the ropes in the new department.”
đáp ứng kỳ vọng
To be as good as people hoped.
“The new park didn't live up to expectations.”
đủ sống, đủ chi trả
To earn just enough money to live.
“Many families struggle to make ends meet in big cities.”
dập tắt từ sớm
To stop a problem at an early stage.
“Schools should nip bullying in the bud.”
xa khu du lịch đông người
In a place few tourists visit.
“We prefer villages off the beaten track.”
cùng tần sóng, hiểu nhau
Thinking in a similar way to someone else.
“We were on the same wavelength during the group project.”
sắp sửa, trên bờ vực
Very close to experiencing something.
“The city is on the verge of a transport revolution.”
nhìn chung, xét trên tổng thể
Generally; considering everything.
“On the whole, I enjoyed my time at university.”
hiếm khi, rất ít khi
Very rarely.
“I only eat fast food once in a blue moon.”
cơ hội hiếm có một đời
Very rare and special.
“Studying abroad was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.”
Speaking: Part 2 memorable trip / achievement.
vượt vùng an toàn
In an unfamiliar situation that challenges you.
“Public speaking pushes me out of my comfort zone.”
Speaking: Part 1/2 challenges, learning new skills.
truyền từ thế hệ này sang thế hệ khác
To give traditions to younger people.
“Recipes are passed down from generation to generation in my family.”
tự học / lĩnh hội kỹ năng
To learn a skill informally.
“I picked up basic Spanish while travelling.”
đóng vai trò then chốt
To be very important in a situation.
“Teachers play a pivotal role in shaping young minds.”
vượt qua thử thách
To perform well in a difficult situation.
“The team rose to the occasion in the final match.”
bắt nguồn từ, gắn sâu với
Deeply connected to origins or traditions.
“Many festivals are rooted in ancient customs.”
không ai sánh bằng
The best; better than all others.
“The healthcare in that country is second to none.”
đồng quan điểm
To agree with someone.
“My parents and I don't always see eye to eye on career choices.”
ngắn hạn
Over a brief period (often contrasted with long-term).
“Tourism brings short-term income but can harm nature.”
lưỡng lự, trung lập né tránh
To avoid choosing between two sides.
“Politicians shouldn't sit on the fence on climate policy.”
nói thẳng ý kiến
To say honestly what one thinks.
“She isn't afraid to speak her mind in meetings.”
căng thẳng, áp lực
Very anxious or under pressure.
“Students often feel stressed out before exams.”
đưa ra lập trường
To state firmly what you believe.
“Young people are taking a stand on social issues.”
coi là đương nhiên
To fail to appreciate something because it is familiar.
“We often take clean water for granted.”
được cả hai lợi ích
Enjoying two different advantages together.
“Hybrid work offers the best of both worlds.”
hiện trạng
The existing state of affairs.
“Some voters prefer the status quo to risky reforms.”
phần nổi của tảng băng
A small visible part of a much larger problem.
“Unemployment figures are just the tip of the iceberg.”
thời gian trôi nhanh
Time passes surprisingly quickly.
“Time flies when you're enjoying a conversation.”
ở mức độ lớn
Mostly; to a great degree.
“Success depends to a large extent on preparation.”
theo tôi nghĩ
In my view.
“To my mind, governments should invest more in public transport.”
chạm vào điểm nhạy cảm
To mention a sensitive topic.
“Comments about salary can touch a nerve in some cultures.”
đi du lịch gọn nhẹ
To travel with little luggage.
“I always travel light with just a backpack.”
làm ngơ
To ignore something wrong deliberately.
“We shouldn't turn a blind eye to environmental damage.”
bắt đầu lại, thay đổi tích cực
To start behaving in a better way.
“After failing the exam, he turned over a new leaf and studied daily.”
hơi mệt / ốm nhẹ
Feeling slightly ill.
“I'm a bit under the weather, so I'll stay home today.”
thăng trầm
Good and bad periods in life.
“Every long-term relationship has its ups and downs.”
bộc lộ cảm xúc ra ngoài
To show emotions openly.
“He wears his heart on his sleeve, so everyone knows how he feels.”
cân nhắc các lựa chọn
To consider pros and cons before deciding.
“Before moving abroad, I weighed up the options carefully.”
truyền miệng
Information passed by people telling each other.
“The café became popular through word of mouth.”
khác biệt hoàn toàn
Completely different.
“Our tastes in music are worlds apart.”
Danh sách: IELTS Idioms (Speaking)