Part 1 · Band 5

What’s your name

Source-reported band score · 27 words

Sample answer

My original name is a bit difficult to pronounce, so I also have an English name. It starts with an 'R', followed by 'O', and then 'N'.

Answer analysis

Fluency & Coherence

The answer develops in a clear sequence: it explains why another name is used, then spells out its first three letters (“It starts with an 'R', followed by 'O', and then 'N'.”). That gives the listener a simple progression, though the response does not directly state the name and could feel incomplete for this question. Practise answering within 10 seconds: say the name first, then give this explanation, without adding unrelated details.

Lexical Resource

The wording is clear and appropriate for the topic: “difficult to pronounce” explains the reason for using another name, while “English name” identifies it simply. Vocabulary is accurate but limited to basic expressions, and “original name” may be less natural than “given name” in this context. As a refinement, learn and practise a concise phrase such as “I also go by an English name,” while keeping the explanation personal and direct.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The response uses a correct reason clause (“so I also have an English name”) and a clear sequence with “followed by.” The sentence forms are simple, but they are controlled and easy to understand; there is no need to add complexity for this brief question. For a slightly more concise delivery, combine the spelling details as “It starts with R, followed by O and then N,” while retaining the same information.

Pronunciation

This text-only response cannot show how the words are pronounced, so this is not an assessment of a recording. For practice, stress “DIFF-i-cult” and the final syllable of “pro-NOUNCE.” Say the answer in two thought groups: “My original name is a bit difficult to pronounce” / “so I also have an English name.” Record yourself, check that each letter name is distinct, and compare the recording with the written sequence R, O, N.

A transcript shows language and organisation. Fluency, delivery and pronunciation require an audio recording; the synthetic voice demonstrates the text, not the original speaker.

  • Answer the question directly by stating your name first; the supplied response explains the name but does not identify it.
  • Use “given name” or “my name” if that is what you mean by “original name”; choose the wording that accurately describes your situation.
  • Practise the letter sequence aloud in one short thought group, then check a recording to confirm that R, O, and N are easy to distinguish.

Plan your answer

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Ideas to explore

  • State your name clearly.
  • Mention whether family or friends use a shorter name or nickname.
  • Tell the listener what they may call you.

Suggested structure

  1. Give your name.
  2. Introduce the nickname, if you have one.
  3. Say who uses that name.
  4. Invite the listener to use it too.
Useful vocabulary & examples
go by
to use a particular name in everyday life

My family and friends call me Shammi, so I go by Shammi with them.

nickname
an informal or shortened name used instead of someone’s full name

Shammi is the name my family and friends use for me.

you can call me
a friendly way to tell someone which name to use

You can call me Shammi.

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