雅思口语 | 日常 | 短信

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思路

  1. How often do you text?
  2. When do you usually send texts?
  3. Why do you choose to text instead of other communication methods?
  4. What are the advantages of texting?
  5. Are there times when you don’t text as often? If so, why?
  6. Do you think texting has any downsides? How can they be addressed?

范文

I send text messages quite frequently, especially during work hours. For example, I use them to coordinate with colleagues about urgent updates, share project deadlines, or confirm meeting schedules. Since my job requires a lot of team collaboration, texting has become a quick and efficient way to communicate without holding up a phone call.

On weekdays, I might send dozens of messages a day—some are professional, like sharing reports or discussing client needs, while others are casual, like reminding my team about lunch plans. However, I try to keep personal messages short and focused to avoid distractions. That said, I still rely on texting for simple tasks like ordering coffee or checking the weather during breaks.

On weekends, I send messages much less often. Instead of texting, I prefer making voice calls or video chats with family and friends to have more meaningful conversations. Still, I occasionally send messages to confirm social plans or share funny memes with my coworkers.

Interestingly, I’ve noticed that texting has changed how we work. It’s faster than emails and more flexible than meetings, but it can also be overwhelming if not managed properly. For instance, I sometimes feel stressed when my phone buzzes constantly during focused tasks. To balance this, I turn off notifications during deep work sessions and only check messages at specific times.

Overall, texting is an essential part of my daily routine, especially in a professional setting. While it improves efficiency, I also make sure to use it wisely to avoid burnout.

词组扩充

work hours 工作时间
coordinate 协调
collaboration 协作
hold up 中断
weekdays 工作日
casual 随意的
distraction 分心
rely on 依赖
much less often 更少的频率
still 不过
buzz 嗡嗡叫
turn off 关闭
deep work sessions 深度工作期间
at specific times 在某些特殊时间
burnout 过度劳累 professional setting 专业环境\