Question: What do you think of people using their mobile phones during a meal?

Analysis

When answering this question, you can discuss both the positive and negative sides. On the negative side, using mobile phones during a meal can affect communication and reduce the quality time spent with family or friends. It might be seen as impolite or disrespectful. On the positive side, sometimes people use their phones to share special moments, look up recipes, or handle urgent matters. You can mention that it depends on the situation, but generally, it's better to focus on the people you are eating with.

Synonyms

Try these synonyms instead of repeating the question:
  1. using their mobile phones→being on their phones
  2. during a meal→while eating
Question: What do you think of people using their mobile phones during a meal?

Idea 1

It's rude or disrespectful
  1. It shows you’re not paying attention to the people you’re with
  2. It can make others feel ignored or unimportant
  3. Meals are a time for real conversation and connection
  4. It’s better to focus on the food and company

Idea 2

Sometimes it’s necessary
  1. People might need to answer urgent messages or calls
  2. Some use their phones to check information related to the meal, like recipes or translations
  3. Parents might need to keep in touch with their children
  4. It’s okay if it’s quick and not too distracting

Idea 3

It’s become normal
  1. Many people are used to checking their phones all the time
  2. Some people take photos of their food to share on social media
  3. It’s common for students to multitask, like doing homework or chatting online while eating
Question: What do you think of people using their mobile phones during a meal?

Related Vocabulary

  1. distracted
  2. conversation
  3. manners
  4. table
  5. family
  6. friends
  7. focus
  8. social media
  9. texting
  10. calls
  11. etiquette
  12. attention

Authentic Idioms

Try these idioms to get 7+ in IELTS Speaking:
  1. glued to their phones: unable to stop looking at their phones
  2. break the ice: to start a conversation in a social situation
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