Practice, do not memorize
Treat each topic as a speaking prompt. Record an answer, review feedback, then try the same topic again.
IELTS speaking topics
IELTS Speaking Questions 2026
Use this page as a public preview of practice topics from the current Joe Speaking question bank. These are not official, leaked, or complete IELTS questions.
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Are you studying or working?
Why did you choose this job?
Why did you choose to study your major?
Is your major difficult to study at first?
Who helps you when you have difficulties?
Why do you think your university major is interesting?
What technology do you use when you study?
Where's your hometown?
How long have you lived there?
Do you like living there?
Turn topics into repeat practice
Use the public examples as prompts, then record, review feedback, and try the same topic again.
Source
Preview questions are selected from the May-Aug 2026 · Overseas reported practice bank. Last source update: 2026-05-24. Reported IELTS Speaking topic bank, not an official IELTS publication.
Are these official IELTS questions?
No. They are practice prompts and examples, not official or leaked IELTS questions.
How many topics should I practice?
Start with a small set and repeat them. Improvement comes from better second and third attempts.
Can I practice Part 2 and Part 3?
Yes. Use these topics as cues, then continue with follow-up questions in the simulator or recorder.