Run out of things to say? Pick a topic that fits your level. Each one works in both languages – take turns asking.
Beginners (A1–A2)
- Introduce yourself: name, home town, family, job or studies.
- Your day: what time do you get up, what do you eat, how do you get to work?
- Food: your favourite dish – how do you make it?
- Your city: three places you would show a visitor.
- Hobbies and weekends: what did you do last weekend?
- Shopping: describe what you are wearing, colours, prices.
- Weather and seasons: which season do you like best and why?
Intermediate (B1–B2)
- Travel: the best and the worst trip you have ever had.
- Learning languages: what is hard for you, what helps?
- Traditions: how are birthdays, weddings or holidays celebrated where you come from?
- Work: your dream job and why.
- Films, series, books or music you would recommend – tell the story without spoiling the end.
- Living abroad: what surprised you, what do you miss?
- Sayings and idioms: explain one from your language that has no direct translation.
Advanced (C1–C2)
- A current news story – summarise it and give your opinion.
- Pros and cons: city or countryside, working from home or at the office.
- Humour: what is funny in your culture? Try to explain a joke.
- Language and identity: do you feel different when you speak another language?
- Minority and regional languages: are any spoken where you live?
- Describe a photo in as much detail as you can – your partner draws it.
Games that work well
- Two truths and a lie: tell three facts about yourself, your partner guesses the lie.
- Taboo: explain a word without saying it.
- Role play: at the doctor’s, at a job interview, complaining in a restaurant.