Friendship & Interpersonal Bonds - Tri Duc English TRI DUC ENGLISH IELTS Speaking Part 3 Friendship & Trust Evaluating Personal Qualities, Maintenance of Bonds, and the Social Importance of Companionship Topic Vocabulary Character Traits Trustworthy /ˈtrʌstˌwɜː.ði/ (adj) Able to be relied on as honest or truthful; someone who never breaks confidence. Selfless /ˈself.ləs/ (adj) Caring more for what other people need and want rather than for yourself. Level-headed /ˌlev.əlˈhed.ɪd/ (adj) Calm and able to deal with difficult situations in a sensible way. Open-minded (adj) Willing to consider ideas and opinions that are new or different from your own. Companionship /kəmˈpæn.jən.ʃɪp/ (n) The enjoyment of spending time with other people; the opposite of isolation. Break confidence (v phrase) To tell someone a secret that was told to you in private trust. Limitations /ˌlɪm.ɪˈteɪ.ʃənz/ (n) The defects or weaknesses that everyone has; a true friend accepts these. Forward-looking (adj) Always focusing on the future and planning for positive developments. *Click cards to hear pronunciation Qualities of a Good Friend • Honest & Trustworthy • Loyal & Reliable • Sympathetic & Devoted • Selfless & Caring • Open-minded • Level-headed • Supportive in trouble • Respects privacy The Role of Friendship Provides essential companionship and emotional support. Accepts you totally, including your limitations . Encourages personal growth and new ideas. Acts as a "mirror" to help you understand yourself. Friendship Logic Quiz Question 1 Which quality describes someone who is sensible and calm under pressure? A. Level-headed B. Open-minded Question 2 What does a "true friend" do regarding your weaknesses? A. They point them...