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“Describe a place you visited recently.”
“Talk about your favorite holiday destination.”
“Describe a memorable journey.”
Sound familiar? 😄
Travel-related cue cards always come in IELTS Speaking!
But problem হলো – অনেক student এই topics-এ বলে:
“It was very beautiful.”
“The view was nice.”
😩 Too basic!
আজকে শিখে ফেলুন কিছু smart travel vocabulary & phrases যেগুলো use করলে আপনার answer একদম Band 7+ natural শোনাবে —
সব examples থাকবে Bangladesh context-এ 🇧🇩
🌄 1. Sightseeing (ঘোরাঘুরি করা / জায়গা দেখা)
Meaning: visiting famous or interesting places during travel.
Example Sentences:
- “During my trip to Cox’s Bazar, we went sightseeing along the beach.”
- “Dhaka isn’t ideal for sightseeing, but Old Dhaka has its own charm.”
Bangla Tip:
“ঘোরাঘুরি করা” বা “জায়গা দেখা” মানেই ইংরেজিতে “sightseeing” — not “roaming” 😅
📘 Cue Card Use:
“I enjoyed sightseeing in Sylhet, especially Ratargul Swamp Forest.”
🌅 2. Breathtaking View (অবিশ্বাস্য সুন্দর দৃশ্য)
Meaning: a view so beautiful that it takes your breath away.
Example Sentences:
- “I enjoyed the breathtaking view at Sajek Valley.”
- “From the top of Nilgiri, the view was absolutely breathtaking.”
Bangla Explanation:
যখন view এত সুন্দর যে আপনি এক মুহূর্তের জন্য চুপ হয়ে যান — that’s “breathtaking view.”
📘 Cue Card Use:
“The sunset over the sea was a breathtaking view I’ll never forget.”
🍛 3. Local Cuisine (স্থানীয় খাবার)
Meaning: traditional food of a particular area.
Example Sentences:
- “Trying local cuisine is my favorite part of traveling.”
- “In Khulna, I tasted local cuisine like shutki and bhorta — it was delicious!”
Bangla Explanation:
Travel-এ local food mention করলে answer অনেক natural হয় — examiner impressed হয় কারণ cultural knowledge দেখায়।
📘 Cue Card Use:
“We tried some delicious local cuisine at a small restaurant near the beach.”
🏞️ 4. Hidden Gem (অপরিচিত কিন্তু সুন্দর জায়গা)
Meaning: a place that’s not very famous but very beautiful.
Example Sentences:
- “Tanguar Haor is a hidden gem for nature lovers.”
- “Most tourists visit Cox’s Bazar, but Kuakata is a hidden gem too.”
💬 Trainer Tip:
Use “hidden gem” to show advanced vocabulary & cultural awareness.
📘 Cue Card Use:
“In my opinion, the hill tracts of Bandarban are a hidden gem in Bangladesh.”
🚗 5. Long Journey / Road Trip (দীর্ঘ ভ্রমণ)
Meaning: traveling a long distance, usually by bus or car.
Example Sentences:
- “We had a long journey from Dhaka to Sajek — around 8 hours!”
- “The road trip with my friends was tiring but unforgettable.”
💬 Banglish Fix:
Don’t say “long drive” unless you are driving the car — for travel, use “long journey.”
📘 Cue Card Use:
“It was a long journey, but the beautiful scenery kept us entertained.”
🌤️ 6. Scenic Beauty (প্রাকৃতিক সৌন্দর্য)
Meaning: the beauty of natural surroundings.
Example Sentences:
- “The scenic beauty of the Sundarbans is beyond words.”
- “People visit Bangladesh mainly for its scenic beauty.”
💬 Bangla Note:
“দৃশ্যমান সৌন্দর্য” বা “প্রাকৃতিক সৌন্দর্য” বলতে চাইলে — say “scenic beauty.”
📘 Cue Card Use:
“I love Sajek because of its hills, clouds, and amazing scenic beauty.”
🧭 7. Tourist Attraction (পর্যটন স্থান)
Meaning: a famous place that tourists love to visit.
Example Sentences:
- “The Padma Bridge has become a new tourist attraction in Bangladesh.”
- “Cox’s Bazar is the most popular tourist attraction in our country.”
📘 Cue Card Use:
“Every year, thousands of people visit Saint Martin’s Island — a famous tourist attraction.”
🧳 8. Cultural Experience (সংস্কৃতিক অভিজ্ঞতা)
Meaning: learning about local traditions, food, or festivals during travel.
Example Sentences:
- “Visiting Paharpur gave me an amazing cultural experience.”
- “During Pohela Boishakh, I had a unique cultural experience in Dhaka.”
💬 Tip:
Use it when talking about festivals, heritage sites, or rural trips.
📘 Cue Card Use:
“That trip gave me not just memories, but also a wonderful cultural experience.”
🌧️ 9. Weather Was Pleasant (মনোরম আবহাওয়া)
Meaning: nice, comfortable weather — not too hot or cold.
Example Sentences:
- “The weather was pleasant during our trip to Sylhet.”
- “It was neither too hot nor too cold — just perfect for traveling.”
📘 Cue Card Use:
“We were lucky that the weather was pleasant the entire week.”
📷 10. Capture the Moment (মুহূর্তটা ধরে রাখা)
Meaning: take a picture to remember a special moment.
Example Sentences:
- “I always carry my camera to capture the moment.”
- “We took hundreds of photos to capture every beautiful moment.”
📘 Cue Card Use:
“I took some amazing pictures to capture the moment forever.”
💡 Bonus: 5 Advanced Travel Words to Impress Examiner
| Word/Phrase | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Wanderlust | strong desire to travel | “I have a wanderlust spirit — I love exploring new places.” |
| Off the beaten track | not well known | “We visited a village off the beaten track near Khagrachari.” |
| Travel bug | passion for traveling | “After my first trip, I got bitten by the travel bug.” |
| Jet lag | tiredness after flight | “I had jet lag after flying to Malaysia.” |
| Travel light | to carry little luggage | “I prefer to travel light during short trips.” |
💬 Use just one or two advanced phrases per answer — examiner loves natural placement, not show-off English.
🧠 How to Practice Travel Vocabulary Naturally
১️⃣ Pick one cue card every day (e.g. Describe a memorable journey within Bangladesh)
২️⃣ Try to use 3–4 travel words from this list.
৩️⃣ Record your answer & listen — does it sound natural?
৪️⃣ Replace basic words like “beautiful” or “good” with these new ones.
📘 Example Answer:
“Last year I went on a road trip to Sajek Valley. The scenic beauty was amazing and the weather was pleasant. We enjoyed the local cuisine and took photos to capture the moment. It was truly a breathtaking experience!”
🎯 Band 7+ natural fluency achieved!
🧳 Common Banglish Travel Mistakes (Fix These!)
| Wrong | Correct | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| “I did picnic.” | “I went on a picnic.” | Use correct collocation. |
| “I saw many beautifuls.” | “I saw many beautiful views.” | ‘Beautiful’ is adjective, not noun. |
| “I enjoyed the nature.” | “I enjoyed nature.” | No article needed. |
| “The weather was very hoty.” | “The weather was very hot.” | ‘Hoty’ isn’t a word 😅 |
| “I travelled in bus.” | “I travelled by bus.” | Use ‘by’ for transport. |
🧩 Key Takeaways
✅ Replace basic words (nice, good, beautiful) with rich travel vocabulary
✅ Use Bangladeshi examples — they sound authentic
✅ Combine vocabulary + grammar + connectors
✅ Avoid Banglish word-for-word translation
🗣️ “The more local and natural your examples sound, the higher your fluency score will be.”
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