100 Engaging ESL Conversation Questions for All Levels
There’s a list of 100 engaging ESL conversation questions suitable for all levels. The questions are categorized to ensure a variety of topics, making them versatile and exciting for learners.
Personal and Daily Life
- What is your favorite hobby?
- How do you usually spend your weekends?
- What is your daily routine like?
- What is your favorite food?
- What time do you usually wake up?
- Do you prefer tea or coffee? Why?
- What is your favorite season of the year?
- Can you describe your hometown?
- What kind of music do you like?
- Do you like to cook? What’s your favorite dish to prepare?
Travel and Adventure
- Have you ever traveled to another country? Where?
- What is your dream travel destination?
- Do you prefer beaches or mountains? Why?
- Have you ever tried a new activity while traveling, like scuba diving or hiking?
- What is the best place you have ever visited?
- Would you rather travel alone or with friends? Why?
- What do you always pack when you travel?
- What’s your favorite mode of transportation?
- Do you like exploring new cultures? Which one fascinates you the most?
- If you could live in any country, where would it be?
School and Learning
- What is your favorite subject in school?
- Do you enjoy learning English? Why or why not?
- What is the best way to learn a new language?
- Have you ever had a favorite teacher? Why were they special?
- What do you find most difficult about learning English?
- Do you prefer studying alone or with a group?
- What is your favorite English word or phrase?
- Do you like reading books? What’s your favorite one?
- What skill do you want to learn in the future?
- How do you practice your English outside of the classroom?
Friends and Relationships
- How do you usually meet new friends?
- What qualities do you value in a friend?
- Do you have a best friend? How did you meet them?
- What do you usually do when you spend time with friends?
- Have you ever made a friend while traveling?
- Do you think it’s easy to make friends in your country?
- What do you do to stay in touch with friends who live far away?
- What’s the best gift you’ve ever received from a friend?
- Do you have any childhood friends?
- How would you describe your relationship with your family?
Entertainment and Media
- What is your favorite TV show or movie?
- Do you like watching movies at home or in the cinema? Why?
- What kind of books do you like to read?
- Who is your favorite actor or actress?
- Do you listen to podcasts? If yes, which ones?
- Do you prefer watching sports or playing them? Why?
- What is the last movie you watched? Did you like it?
- Who is your favorite musician or band?
- What is the most interesting documentary you’ve ever seen?
- Do you like video games? What’s your favorite one?
Work and Future Plans
- What is your dream job?
- Do you prefer working in an office or from home? Why?
- Have you ever had a part-time job? What did you do?
- What skills are important for your future career?
- Would you like to start your own business someday?
- How do you usually prepare for a job interview?
- What’s more important in a job: salary or happiness?
- Do you think robots will replace human workers in the future?
- What kind of work environment do you prefer?
- Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
Culture and Society
- What is the most famous festival in your country?
- What traditional foods are popular in your culture?
- Do you like attending cultural festivals? Why or why not?
- How do people celebrate birthdays in your country?
- What is your favorite holiday? How do you celebrate it?
- Do you think traditions are important? Why?
- Have you ever participated in a cultural event abroad?
- What is the biggest difference between your culture and others?
- What is the most important value in your society?
- How do people usually greet each other in your culture?
Health and Wellness
- Do you think you have a healthy lifestyle?
- How often do you exercise?
- What is your favorite sport to play or watch?
- What do you usually eat for breakfast?
- Do you think mental health is as important as physical health?
- What do you do to relax after a stressful day?
- Do you prefer working out alone or with others?
- How much sleep do you usually get?
- Have you ever tried yoga or meditation?
- What is your favorite outdoor activity?
Hypothetical and Creative Questions
- If you could have any superpower, what would it be?
- If you won the lottery, what’s the first thing you would do?
- What would you do if you were invisible for a day?
- If you could meet any famous person, who would it be?
- If you could live in any time period, when would it be?
- What would you do if you found a suitcase full of money?
- If you could be an animal for a day, which one would you choose?
- What would you do if you were the president of your country?
- If you could invent something, what would it be?
- What would your perfect day look like?
Technology and Modern Life
- What is your favorite gadget?
- Do you think technology makes life easier or more complicated?
- How often do you use social media?
- Do you prefer texting or calling? Why?
- Have you ever taken an online course? What was it about?
- What app do you use the most on your phone?
- What do you think about self-driving cars?
- How do you usually spend your time online?
- Do you think technology will replace teachers in the future?
- How do you feel about artificial intelligence?
Read more:
- Advanced TEFL/ESL Conversation Topics
- Advanced English Topics for Discussion
- Advanced English Topics for Conversation
- Advanced English Topics for ESL students
- Advanced English Speaking Topics
- Advanced English Topics for Speaking
- Advanced Topics to Discuss in English
