On the IELTS Speaking Exam, you could be asked to talk about festivals or celebrations.
This topic might also be found in a Writing prompt, in connection with traditions and culture.
So, today, you’ll learn high-scoring words and phrases to describe this joyous IELTS topic!
8+ Vocabulary for Festivals
Firstly, remember that you must be specific and detailed about the festival, such as what kind of festival it is.
Kinds of festivals:
Carnival– mobile event featuring amusement park rides and games
Parade– event in which people, usually in costume, walking or riding down a street in front of a crowd
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Features:
Performers– such as musicians, acrobats
Traditional garb– traditional clothing/costumes
Descriptive words:
Boisterous– loud and lively
En masse– people in large numbers; a large crowd that moves to one location
Jubilant– joyous
Legendary– something epic you will never forget
Specific nouns:
Delicacies– special, unique food
Chant– a song with little or no music, with short phrases people repeat together
Refreshments– drinks
Vendors– people who sell things
Practice using this vocabulary to describe a national festival in your country and also a memorable celebration you’ve attended.
Can you use today’s vocabulary to describe a local festival?
Share your answer in the comments section below!
