Here are 10 words every IELTS student should know when they talk about Libraries.
Vocabulary Table: “Libraries”
| Word | Part of Speech | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Library | Noun | A place where books and other materials are stored |
| Borrow | Verb | To take something temporarily with the intention of returning it |
| Return | Verb | To give something back to its original place |
| Catalogue | Noun | A list of books or other materials available in a library |
| Shelf | Noun | A flat board used to store books |
| Quiet | Adjective | Making little or no noise |
| Study | Verb | To spend time learning or reading about a subject |
| Research | Noun
Verb |
The systematic investigation into and study of materials and sources
To search for and find information in books and materials |
| Librarian | Noun | A person who works in a library |
| Membership | Noun | The status of being a member of a group or organization |
Example Answers
See how I use these words in the example Part 1 answers below:
- How often do you visit the library?
“I don’t use the library as often as I used to, but I still visit occasionally. When I borrow books, I always make sure to return them on time. Before I go, I usually check the online catalogue to see if they have what I’m looking for. When I’m there, I browse the shelves in quiet study, occasionally stopping to do some research for a project. The librarian is always available to help me find what I need, and I’m grateful for my library membership.”
- Did you visit the library much when you were younger?
“When I was younger, I used to visit the library a lot. I would borrow books from the catalogue and return them to their proper shelf when I was finished. The library was always quiet, which made it a great place to study and do research for school projects. The librarians were always helpful and friendly, and I eventually became a member of the library so that I could borrow books more easily. Overall, the library was a wonderful resource for me when I was growing up.”
