MUET Speaking

Greetings 1)Good morning to everyone. 2)Good morning I bid to one and all. 3)Good morning to the examiners and all candidates. 4)A very good morning I wish to all examiners and fellow candidates.

Opening 1)Today we are talking about… 2)The situation I have been given is… 3)According to the situation… 4)Based on the situation given…

Giving points Firstly, I think that…This is because.. Moreover,... For example,… Secondly, another reason is… In addition,… For instance,… Finally, in my opinion…Furthermore,… A good example is...  Tips to score in Task A ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS TALK NON-STOP FOR 2 MINUTES!!!!!

Task B Good morning once again to everyone. We are here to focus on the issue…/ We are here to discuss on the best way/the best option/the best suggestion to solve disciplinary problem.In my opinion,I suggest that…. or We are sitting down here is to decide which is the best way to …..I would like to go ahead to suggest that….. Agree I agree with you. (NOT: I’m agree.)  That’s a great idea! I see your point!  That’s an interesting interesting perspective. perspective. I like your suggestion.

Indeed! I concur with your point of view.

Disagree I’m sorry but I disagree. (NOT: I’m not agree) I’m afraid I have to disagree with your idea. I don’t see eye to eye with you.  That’s not a good idea/suggestion. I beg to differ.

Concluding In conclusion, ALL OF US agree that…  To conclude, MOST OF US agree that… In a nutshell, SOME OF US agree that… while SOME OF US prefer… As time is running out, it seems that ALL OF US CAN’T AGREE on which option is the best because each point has many advantages and disadvantages.

8 Smart Tips for Scoring in Speaking 1. Memorisation Technique: First understand then learn all the multipurpose phrases introduced here because they work in all situations. 2. Fishing Technique: Read the situation carefully then ask the examiners what it means (even if you are sure you understand because they could give you extra points or vocabulary) 3. Parroting Technique: If you really go blank, don’t worry. Just say you agree then repeat everything your friend just said. You’ll still get marks for participation. 4. Bimbo Technique: If you have absolutely nothing to say, repeat this sentence: “I’m sorry, I don’t understand your point. Can you please explain it again 5. Cooperative Technique: If your friend can’t remember a word/phrase or has trouble explaining their ideas, you MUST help him/her by suggesting other words/phrases/ideas. You will get points for teamwork.

6. Equal Opportunity Technique: Never control a conversation by wanting to talk all the time and never giving others a chance. Instead, always ask other candidates their opinion. Encourage the quiet ones to speak up and you will get higher marks. 7. Anti-Donkey Technique: Pay attention to the time and when it gets closer to the end of 10 mins, just try and agree with one person (even if you really don’t think so in real life! No point being stubborn in the test.) 8. Concluding Technique: Make sure you agree BEFORE going into the exam room who will be doing the conclusion. Pay close attention to the time and steer everyone to making the right conclusion. ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS DISCUSS ACTIVELY 10 MINS!!!!! Finally…Don’t panic if you didn’t do well in Task 1.  You can still pass if you participate actively in Task 2.

Useful linkers Hence In addition Furthermore Moreover  Thus  Therefore For instance/for example However