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My best friend

My friend Liam is a really interesting person. He has always been curious about the world around him. Since childhood, he loved exploring nature and learning about animals. Every weekend, Liam goes hiking in the nearby hills. He says it helps him relax and think clearly. Despite his busy schedule, he always finds time for his hobbies. Liam is also passionate about photography. He captures amazing landscapes and shares them on social media. His pictures often receive a lot of likes and comments.

People admire his ability to find beauty in everyday scenes. Besides being creative, Liam is very thoughtful. He often volunteers at the local animal shelter. In his spare time, he reads books about history and cultures. That’s why he knows so many fascinating facts.

Liam dreams of traveling to different countries someday. He plans to write a blog about his adventures. Even when things get tough, he stays optimistic. His positive attitude inspires everyone around him. I feel lucky to have such a supportive and caring friend.

• be curious about – интересоваться чем-то – I am curious about different cultures and traditions.

• since childhood – с детства – Since childhood, I have loved reading adventure books.

• explore nature – исследовать природу – We often explore nature during our summer holidays.

• go hiking – ходить в поход – On weekends, we usually go hiking in the forest.

• nearby hills – близлежащие холмы – We climbed the nearby hills to enjoy the view.

• think clearly – ясно мыслить – After a walk, I can think clearly and make better decisions.

• despite – несмотря на – Despite the rain, we continued our trip.

• schedule – расписание – I try to follow my study schedule every day.

• be passionate about – увлекаться чем-то – She is passionate about photography and art.

• capture amazing landscapes – запечатлеть потрясающие пейзажи – He used his camera to capture amazing landscapes during the trip.

• share something on social media – поделиться чем-то в соцсетях – Many teenagers like to share photos on social media.

• receive – получать – I received a thoughtful gift from my best friend.

• admire – восхищаться – I admire people who never give up.

• ability – способность – Her ability to learn languages is impressive.

• everyday scene – повседневная сцена – The artist painted an everyday scene of village life.

• besides – кроме того – Besides studying, I also work part-time.

• thoughtful – заботливый, внимательный – He gave me a thoughtful present for my birthday.

• volunteer – быть волонтёром – She decided to volunteer at a local charity.

• local – местный – We visited a local museum last weekend.

• animal shelter – приют для животных – My sister helps at the local animal shelter.

• spare time – свободное время – I read books in my spare time.

• fascinating – увлекательный – The documentary about space was fascinating.

• things get tough – когда становится трудно – He always stays calm when things get tough.

• stay optimistic – оставаться оптимистом – It’s important to stay optimistic about the future.

• attitude – отношение – Her positive attitude inspires everyone around her.

• inspire – вдохновлять – Great teachers inspire their students to achieve more.

• supportive – поддерживающий – My family is always supportive of my choices.

• caring – заботливый – She is a very caring person who helps others.

Why is friendship important?

Friendship is a vital part of life for many reasons. First, friends provide support during difficult times. They listen to our problems and offer helpful advice. This support makes us feel valued and understood. Additionally, having friends boosts happiness. We share laughter and joy with them, enriching our lives.

Friends also encourage us to grow as individuals. They motivate us to try new things and step out of our comfort zones. Through these experiences, we learn more about who we are. Furthermore, friendship helps improve our social skills. We learn to communicate effectively and resolve conflicts.

Friendships can create a sense of belonging. Being part of a group of friends makes us feel connected to something larger. This connection can reduce feelings of loneliness. Moreover, friends celebrate our achievements. They cheer us on and share in our success, boosting our confidence.

On another note, good friends can influence our habits positively. They can inspire healthier lifestyle choices, like exercising or studying. Spending time with friends also reduces stress. Relaxing with friends helps us unwind and recharge.

Lastly, friendship teaches us about empathy and understanding. We learn to see the world from others’ perspectives. This skill is valuable in all areas of life. In conclusion, friendships enrich our lives in many ways, making them an essential part of our well-being.

• friendship – дружба – True friendship makes life brighter.

• vital part of life – жизненно важная часть жизни – Friendship is a vital part of life for everyone.

• for many reasons – по многим причинам – I love my best friend for many reasons.

• provide support – обеспечивать поддержку – Good friends always provide support during hard times.

• during difficult times – в трудные времена – She stood by me during difficult times.

• offer helpful advice – давать полезный совет – My friend can always offer helpful advice.

• additionally – кроме того – Additionally, friendship brings a lot of joy.

• boost happiness – повышать счастье – Spending time with friends can boost happiness.

• we share laughter and joy – мы делимся смехом и радостью – With my friends, we share laughter and joy every day.

• laughter ['lɑ:ftə] – смех – Her laughter is very contagious.

• enrich – обогащать – True friends enrich our lives in many ways.

• encourage – поддерживать, воодушевлять – Friends encourage us to reach our goals.

• step out of our comfort zone – выйти из зоны комфорта – Good friends inspire us to step out of our comfort zone.

• through this experience – через этот опыт – Through this experience, I learned the value of trust.

• furthermore – более того – Furthermore, friendship helps us grow as individuals.

• improve our social skills – улучшать социальные навыки – Friendship helps us improve our social skills.

• communicate effectively – эффективно общаться – Friends teach us how to communicate effectively.

• resolve a conflict – решать конфликт – Sometimes we must resolve a conflict to keep friendship strong.

• create a sense of belonging – создавать чувство принадлежности – Friends create a sense of belonging and unity.

• connected to something larger – связанный с чем-то большим – Friendship makes us feel connected to something larger than ourselves.

• connection – связь – We have a strong emotional connection.

• reduce feeling of loneliness – уменьшать чувство одиночества – Friendship helps reduce the feeling of loneliness.

• moreover – более того – Moreover, good friends inspire us to be better.

• celebrate an achievement – праздновать достижение – True friends celebrate an achievement with you.

• cheer on – поддерживать, подбадривать – My friends always cheer me on before exams.

• share in one’s success – разделять чей-то успех – Friends happily share in one’s success.

• boost confidence – повышать уверенность – Encouragement from friends can boost confidence.

• on another note – с другой стороны – On another note, friendship also teaches responsibility.

• influence a habit – влиять на привычку – Friends can influence a habit, both good and bad.

• inspire – вдохновлять – My best friend inspires me to never give up.

• healthy lifestyle choice – выбор здорового образа жизни – Friends can inspire a healthy lifestyle choice.

• reduce stress – снижать стресс – Spending time with friends helps reduce stress.

• unwind and recharge – расслабиться и восстановить силы – We meet on weekends to unwind and recharge.

• lastly – наконец – Lastly, friendship gives us unforgettable memories.

• teach us empathy – учить нас сочувствию – Friends teach us empathy and kindness.

• from other’s perspectives – с точки зрения других – Friendship helps us see things from other’s perspectives.

• skill – навык – Good communication is a valuable skill we practice in friendship.

• valuable – ценный – Having loyal friends is the most valuable gift.

• area – сфера, область – In every area of life, friendship is important.

• in conclusion – в заключение – In conclusion, friendship is essential for well-being.

• essential part – важная часть – Friendship is an essential part of happiness.

• well-being – благополучие – Strong friendships improve our emotional well-being.

Sample #1

Task 3. You are going to give a talk about your best friend. You will have to start in 1.5 minutes and speak for not more than 2 minutes (10—12 sentences).

Remember to say:

• the reasons people need friends;

• when you and your friend met;

• what you like doing together;

• what your attitude to friendship is.

You have to talk continuously

Today I am going to give a talk about my best friend.

To my mind, people need friends to share good and bad times with. Friends listen and give support when someone is feeling sad or happy. Having friends means you have someone to do fun activities with. Friends can also help each other grow by sharing advice and experiences.

Well, my friend and I have known each other for five years. His name is Vlad. We met at school and quickly became close. We have a lot in common and we never argue. Our friendship is very special, and I hope it lasts a lifetime.

You know, my friend and I enjoy playing basketball in the park. We often go for walks and explore new places in our city. Watching movies together is another activity we love, especially comedies. Sometimes, we cook meals and try new recipes in the kitchen. Playing board games is also a favorite pastime for us.

I have to admit, my attitude to friendship is good, of course. Friendship teaches us to trust, be responsible and share. I can’t imagine my life without my friends and I am really happy I have them.

That’s all I wanted to say about my best friend. Thank you for listening.

Sample #2

Task 3. You are going to give a talk about friendship. You will have to start in 1.5 minutes and speak for not more than 2 minutes (10—12 sentences).

Remember to say:

• if it is easier to find or to lose a good friend;

• how people become friends;

• how often you invite friends to your place;

• what your best friend is like

You have to talk continuously.

Today I am going to give a talk about friendship.

In my opinion, it is easier to lose a good friend than to find one. One mistake or misunderstanding can destroy your friendship quickly. Besides, sometimes people move to different cities, and their friendship slowly fades. On the other hand, finding and keeping a real friend requires effort, honesty, and care.

I believe, people usually become friends when they spend time together and find common interests. They start talking, sharing ideas, and helping each other and eventually become friends. For example, classmates, colleagues, or neighbours often become friends because they see each other every day.

Well, from time to time, I invite my friends to come over, especially on holidays or special occasions. We cook or order something delicious, talk about our plans, and just enjoy each other’s company. It always creates a warm and friendly atmosphere.

My best friend is really fun to be around. He’s open-minded, talkative, and has a great sense of humour. We can discuss anything and laugh for hours. I like that he never judges anyone and always stays positive.

That’s all I wanted to say about friendship. Thank you for listening.

Vocabulary Bank

• friend – друг – My friend always listens to me carefully.

• best friend – лучший друг – My best friend knows all my secrets.

• friendship – дружба – True friendship makes life happier.

• loyal – верный – A loyal friend never betrays you.

• honest – честный – An honest friend tells the truth even if it is hard.

• caring – заботливый – She is a caring person who always helps others.

• cheerful – весёлый – My cheerful friend can make me laugh anytime.

• reliable – надёжный – He is a reliable friend I can always count on.

• kind – добрый – A kind friend is ready to help without asking.

• understanding – понимающий – An understanding friend accepts your feelings.

• respectful – уважающий – A respectful friend listens to your opinion.

• spend time together – проводить время вместе – We spend time together at weekends.

• share secrets – делиться секретами – I can share secrets with my best friend.

• play games – играть в игры – We often play computer games together.

• watch films – смотреть фильмы – Sometimes we watch films with popcorn at my house.

• go for a walk – ходить гулять – I like to go for a walk with my friends in the park.

• do homework together – делать домашнее задание вместе – We sometimes do homework together after school.

• celebrate birthdays – отмечать дни рождения – We always celebrate birthdays with fun and cake.

• travel – путешествовать – I want to travel with my friends next summer.

• take photos – фотографироваться – We like to take funny photos together.

• chat online – переписываться онлайн – We chat online every evening.

• make memories – создавать воспоминания – With friends, you can always make great memories.

• laugh together – смеяться вместе – We laugh together until our stomachs hurt.

• support – поддержка – Friends give us support when we feel sad.

• trust – доверие – Trust is the foundation of every strong friendship.

• loyalty – верность – Loyalty makes friendship stable and reliable.

• honesty – честность – Honesty helps friends solve problems without lies.

• understanding – понимание – Good friends show understanding in difficult situations.

• respect – уважение – Friendship teaches us respect for other people’s opinions.

• care – забота – Friends show care by helping each other.

• empathy – сочувствие – Empathy makes us feel less lonely.

• companionship – товарищество – Companionship brings joy to everyday life.

• bond – узы, связь – Shared experiences create a strong bond between friends.

• connection – связь, контакт – Friendship gives us a deep emotional connection.

• sense of belonging – чувство принадлежности – Friends give us a sense of belonging to a group.

• confidence – уверенность – True friendship boosts our confidence.

• happiness – счастье – Friendship adds happiness to life.

• well-being – благополучие – Strong friendships improve our emotional well-being.

• reduce stress – снижать стресс – Talking to friends helps reduce stress.

• share joy – делиться радостью – We share joy when something good happens.

• cheer up – подбадривать – Friends cheer us up when we are upset.

• encourage – поддерживать, воодушевлять – Friends encourage us to reach our goals.

• inspire – вдохновлять – A good friend can inspire us to be better.

• teach life lessons – учить жизненным урокам – Friendship can teach us important life lessons.

• help in difficult times – помогать в трудные времена – True friends help in difficult times.

• share experiences – делиться опытом – We share experiences and learn from each other.

• celebrate together – праздновать вместе – Friends celebrate together both small and big successes.

• create memories – создавать воспоминания – Friendship helps us create memories that last forever.

• emotional anchor – эмоциональная опора – True friends are an emotional anchor during storms of life.

• safe space – безопасное пространство – Friendship creates a safe space where you can be yourself.

• mutual trust – взаимное доверие – Mutual trust makes friendship strong and lasting.

• shared laughter – общий смех – Shared laughter is one of the best parts of friendship.

• shoulder to cry on – «плечо, чтобы поплакать» – A real friend is always a shoulder to cry on.

• boost of confidence – заряд уверенности – Friends give us a boost of confidence before exams or interviews.

• emotional well-being – эмоциональное благополучие – Good friendships improve our emotional well-being.

• life lessons – жизненные уроки – Through friendship, we learn valuable life lessons.

• moral support – моральная поддержка – She gave me moral support when I felt hopeless.

• sense of unity – чувство единства – Friendship brings a sense of unity and belonging.

• shared adventures – совместные приключения – Friends turn simple walks into shared adventures.

• trustworthy companion – надёжный спутник – A trustworthy companion is a treasure in life.

• reduce loneliness – уменьшать одиночество – Talking to friends helps reduce loneliness.

• positive influence – положительное влияние – Friends can have a positive influence on our habits.

• motivation to grow – мотивация развиваться – Good friends give us motivation to grow and improve.

• celebrate victories – праздновать победы – We celebrate victories together, big or small.

• unconditional support – безусловная поддержка – Unconditional support makes friendship priceless.

• personal growth – личностный рост – Friendship encourages personal growth through challenges.

• comfort in silence – уютное молчание – With true friends, even silence feels like comfort.

• inspire optimism – вдохновлять на оптимизм – Friends inspire optimism when things get tough.

• valuable memories – ценные воспоминания – Time with friends creates valuable memories.

• open communication – открытое общение – Open communication helps avoid conflicts in friendship.

• empathy in action – сочувствие в действии – Empathy in action is what makes a real friend special.

• source of joy – источник радости – Friendship is a constant source of joy.

• long-lasting bond – прочная связь – A long-lasting bond between friends is rare but precious.