CELPIP Speaking Task 8 vocabulary

The words and phrases

it's roughly the size of

Compares an object's size to something familiar so the listener can picture it.
Example: It's roughly the size of a loaf of bread, but much heavier.

it's shaped like

Describes an object's form by comparing it to a familiar shape.
Example: It's shaped like a pear, with a narrow top and a wide, round bottom.

it's made of

Names the material an object is built from.
Example: It's made of dark wood, and the handle is wrapped in leather.

centimetres long

Gives an approximate length using metric units.
Example: The whole thing is about thirty centimetres long and fits under my arm.

it's covered in

Describes what is on the whole surface of an object.
Example: It's covered in tiny blue and white tiles, like a mosaic.

it feels like

Describes the texture or weight of an object by comparison.
Example: It feels like soft rubber, so it bends a little when you squeeze it.

it looks a bit like

Compares an unusual object to a familiar one it partly resembles.
Example: It looks a bit like a teapot, but it has two spouts instead of one.

it's a cross between

Describes an object that mixes features of two familiar things.
Example: It's a cross between a backpack and a folding chair.

with rounded edges

Describes corners or sides that are smooth and curved, not sharp.
Example: It's a flat, square box with rounded edges and a little latch on the front.

on top, there's

Describes a feature found on the upper part of an object.
Example: On top, there's a small silver button and a light that blinks green.

at one end

Locates a feature at one end of a long object.
Example: At one end, there's a hook, and at the other, a small brush.

sticking out of

Describes a part that extends outward from the main body of an object.
Example: There are two short metal arms sticking out of each side.

it's hollow inside

Says an object is empty in the middle, not solid.
Example: It's hollow inside, so you could store keys or small coins in it.

it comes in

Describes the colours, sizes or versions an object is available in.
Example: It comes in three colours, but the one I saw was bright orange.

it seems to be used for

Guesses an object's purpose based on how it looks.
Example: It seems to be used for picking up leaves without bending over.

I've never seen anything like it

Emphasizes how unusual the object is.
Example: Honestly, I've never seen anything like it in any store in Toronto.

Put them to work on Task 8

Practise Task 8 on the test screen, or see how Task 8 works.