Emotional experiences frequently appear in IELTS Speaking Part 2 and Part 3 tasks. This IELTS Emotions Vocabulary page supports expressive accuracy while maintaining appropriate tone. Developing this language improves fluency and lexical variety in extended responses.
How This Topic Appears in IELTS
• Speaking Part 2 storytelling tasks
• Speaking Part 3 discussions on emotional responses
• Questions about stress and happiness
• Essays on mental wellbeing
• Opinion essays about social pressure
Explore the vocabulary lists below and practise each set using quizzes and flashcards.
Emotions Vocabulary Lists
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Flashcards
Spelling Bee
Synonyms Quiz
Antonyms Quiz
Same or Different
Sample IELTS Questions on Emotions
1. Stress is a major problem in modern society. Discuss.
2. Is happiness determined by personal choices or external factors?
3. How can people manage emotional pressure?
4. Should schools teach emotional intelligence?
How to Use This Vocabulary for a Higher Band Score
• Use controlled emotional vocabulary in Speaking tasks.
• Avoid exaggeration that weakens clarity.
• Vary descriptive language to show fluency.
• Balanced lexical range improves Speaking band scores.