Question: In your country, do people nowadays cook at home as frequently as people did in the past?

Analysis

When answering this question, you can compare the current situation with the past. Think about changes in lifestyle, work schedules, and the availability of restaurants or food delivery services. Many people today are busier and have less time to cook at home, so they might rely more on eating out or ordering food. However, some people still enjoy home-cooked meals for health or family reasons. You can mention both sides and give examples from your own experience or people you know.

Synonyms

Try these synonyms instead of repeating the question:
  1. nowadays→these days
  2. in the past→before
  3. cook at home→prepare meals at home
Question: In your country, do people nowadays cook at home as frequently as people did in the past?

Idea 1

No, people cook at home less often now
  1. People are busier with work and study, so they have less time to cook.
  2. There are more restaurants and food delivery services available now.
  3. It's more convenient to eat out or order in, especially in big cities.
  4. Traditional home-cooked meals are becoming less common, especially among young people.

Idea 2

Some people still cook at home regularly
  1. Older generations still prefer to cook at home, as they are used to it.
  2. Families with children often cook at home for health reasons.
  3. Cooking at home can be cheaper and healthier than eating out.
  4. Some people enjoy cooking as a hobby or a way to relax.
Question: In your country, do people nowadays cook at home as frequently as people did in the past?

Related Vocabulary

  1. home-cooked
  2. takeaway
  3. fast food
  4. convenience
  5. busy lifestyle
  6. tradition
  7. family meal
  8. ingredients
  9. recipe
  10. generation
  11. healthy
  12. routine

Authentic Idioms

Try these idioms to get 7+ in IELTS Speaking:
  1. to eat out: to eat at a restaurant instead of at home
  2. home is where the heart is: home is the most important place
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