Something you did which was a waste of time | Speaking for IELTS PDF Download

You should say:

• what the thing was
• when you did it
• how you did it
• and explain why it was a waste of time.

Sample Answer:

• Well, almost two years back, I purchased a new phone, and I spent the entire day setting it up and getting a hold of it.
• Right after unboxing the phone, I began downloading apps that I often use, such as Facebook, Instagram, and more. Besides, I spent almost a couple of hours only trying out new features. I also clicked a bunch of pictures and posted them on my social media accounts. And then, I wasted another hour just scrolling through my feed, replying to messages and comments. Post that, a few hours were wasted playing newly-downloaded games.
• I was extremely addicted to the phone that I used it even while having lunch and dinner. I had to complete my assignment and submit the same the next day. However, it completely skipped my mind. It was not until 12 at midnight that I began feeling dead on my feet. My eyes were dropping after a prolonged day of doing nothing but staring at the screen consistently. All of a sudden, I remembered the assignment. I instantly went into a panic state and didn’t know what to do. I regained my composure and drank black coffee to rejuvenate my sense.
• I regretted wasting a lot of time on a meaningless thing like this. Thereafter, I burnt the midnight oil and completed my assignment at 6 am.
• It was an unforgettable experience for me. After this incident, I promised myself that I would never again waste a lot of time on anything that didn’t add value to my life.