7+ Vocabulary for Talking About Free Time

The video provides tips for achieving a score of seven or higher on the IELTS speaking exam, focusing on the use of idiomatic language. It introduces idioms such as 'guilty pleasure', 'social butterfly', 'take it easy', and 'crazy about', explaining their meanings and providing examples of how to use them in responses to common IELTS questions. The video emphasizes the importance of using interesting vocabulary to impress examiners and improve scores.

What term is more commonly used in British English to refer to 'free time'?

• Spare time

• Leisure time

• Downtime

• Relaxation time

Which idiom would you use to describe an activity you enjoy but feel slightly embarrassed about?

• Social butterfly

• Take it easy

• Mad about

• Guilty pleasure

How would you describe someone who enjoys being in large groups and is very lively?

• Mad about

• Guilty pleasure

• Social butterfly

• Take it easy

What does the idiom 'take it easy' imply about someone's weekend activities?

• They work hard

• They relax and unwind

• They socialize a lot

• They engage in sports

Which expression would you use to describe a strong interest in something, using British English?

• Social butterfly

• Guilty pleasure

• Mad about

• Crazy about