このシリーズでは、IELTS Speaking Part 1 の定番質問に対する自然なモデル解答を紹介しています。
第42回のテーマは「Laughing（笑うこと）」です。
💬 質問とモデル解答
| Question | Model Answer |
|---|---|
| 1. What kinds of things make you laugh? | I usually laugh at funny videos or jokes from my friends. I also enjoy watching Japanese comedy shows because the humor is light and silly. |
| 2. Do you like making other people laugh? | Yes, I do. It feels good when I can make my friends smile, especially when they’re tired or stressed. It makes the atmosphere more relaxed. |
| 3. Do you think it’s important for people to laugh? | Definitely. Laughing helps people forget stress and feel positive. It’s also a great way to connect with others and build stronger relationships. |
| 4. Is laughing the same as feeling happy, do you think? | Not exactly. Laughing is often a reaction to something funny, while happiness is a deeper feeling that can last much longer. |
📘 Useful Vocabulary / Phrases
- laugh at： ～を見て／聞いて笑う
- light and silly： 軽くてくだらない（良い意味で）
- make someone smile： 人を笑顔にする
- the atmosphere： 雰囲気
- forget stress： ストレスを忘れる
- connect with others： 他人とつながる
- a deeper feeling： より深い感情
🧩 Grammar / Structure for Higher Band
- I usually laugh at …： 頻度副詞＋動詞で自然な日常表現。
- when I can make …： when を使って状況を具体化する構文。
- while happiness is …： while による対比で意味を明確にする。
次回は「Cold weather」をテーマに、IELTS本番でそのまま使える自然なモデル回答を紹介します。
