CUE CARD – Describe something you own which is very important to you

June 2, 2026 IELTS Research

CUE CARD

Describe something you own which is very important to you.

You should say:

Where did you get it?
For how long have you had it?
What do you use it for?

and explain why it is important to you.

Answer – One thing I own that is really important to me is my guitar. I got it from my father on my 20th birthday, and honestly speaking, it is one of the best gifts I’ve ever received. I’ve had it for around three years now.

The very first time I used it was as a prop in a college theatre performance. I just carried my guitar on stage and pretended to be a musician. It was a really fun experience, and at that time I never thought I would seriously learn how to play it.

After that performance, I became curious about the instrument. I started watching a few YouTube tutorials and learnt basic chords in my free time. At the beginning, it was quite difficult because my fingers used to hurt, and I kept making mistakes. But I enjoyed the learning process, so I continued practising. Gradually, I improved, and now I can play several songs confidently. Sometimes I even play for my friends when we get together, and they also enjoy it.

Whenever I have a stressful day or just need a break, I play the guitar now to relax and forget my worries. It always lifts my mood, making me happy and cheerful. Sometimes I learn new songs just to challenge myself.

The reason this guitar is so important to me is not only because it was a gift from my father but also because it reminds me of my journey. It started as a special birthday present and even a theatre prop, but today it’s a hobby that I genuinely love and value so much.

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