Question: What was your childhood dream?

Analysis

You can talk about what you wanted to be or achieve when you were a child. It could be a job, a place you wanted to visit, or something you wanted to do. You can also mention why you had this dream and if it has changed over time.

Synonyms

Try these synonyms instead of repeating the question:
  1. childhood dream→childhood ambition; dream as a kid; what I wanted to be when I was little
Question: What was your childhood dream?

Idea 1

To be a teacher
  1. I admired my teachers and wanted to be like them.
  2. I liked the idea of helping others learn new things.
  3. I used to play 'teacher' with my friends at home.

Idea 2

To be a doctor
  1. I wanted to help sick people get better.
  2. My parents encouraged me to think about a stable and respected job.
  3. I was inspired by TV shows about doctors.

Idea 3

To be an artist
  1. I loved drawing and painting as a child.
  2. I dreamed of having my own art studio.
  3. My family always praised my creativity.

Idea 4

To be a singer or performer
  1. I enjoyed singing and dancing in front of my family.
  2. I wanted to be famous and perform on stage.
  3. I watched a lot of talent shows and imagined myself there.
Question: What was your childhood dream?

Related Vocabulary

  1. Ambition
  2. Aspiration
  3. Role model
  4. Imagination
  5. Inspiration
  6. Passion
  7. Goal
  8. Fantasy
  9. Motivation
  10. Pursue

Authentic Idioms

Try these idioms to get 7+ in IELTS Speaking:
  1. Shoot for the stars: Aim for something very ambitious or challenging.
  2. Follow in someone's footsteps: Do the same job or have the same lifestyle as someone else, usually a family member.
  3. Daydream about: To think about something pleasant, especially when you should be doing something else.
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