In today’s society, image is very important. People are often judged by how they look, the clothes they wear, and the way they present themselves. For example, in job interviews or at school, a neat appearance can create a good impression. Fashion, hairstyle, and body language also show something about personality.

However, it is also important to remember that inner qualities such as kindness, honesty, and hard work are more valuable than looks.

✅ Start with general information

• Age, height, and build (young, tall, slim, etc.)

✅ Move to details

• Hair (length, colour, style)

• Face (shape, eyes, beard, glasses, etc.)

✅ Mention clothes and style

• What they usually wear, formal or casual look

✅ Add personality/character

• Use adjectives (friendly, shy, funny, etc.)

✅ Compare if useful

• "She looks like…" / "He reminds me of…"

✅ Be logical and organised

• Use linking words (first, also, in addition, finally)

2. Useful Phrases for Describing People

General Appearance

• She/He is tall/short/medium height.

• She/He is slim/average/well-built.

• She/He looks young/middle-aged/elderly.

Hair

• She/He has long/short/medium-length hair.

• Her/His hair is straight/curly/wavy.

• She/He has blonde/brown/black/red/grey hair.

• He is bald.

Face and Eyes

• She/He has a round/oval face.

• She/He has blue/green/brown eyes.

• He has a beard / moustache.

• She wears glasses.

Clothes and Style

• She/He is wearing a jacket and jeans.

• She/He usually dresses in a casual/elegant/trendy style.

• She/He looks smart today.

Personality

• She/He is friendly/shy/confident/kind/hard-working.

• She/He often makes people laugh.

• She/He is always polite and helpful.

Comparisons

• She looks like her mother.

• He reminds me of my brother.

• She looks a bit like a famous actor.

3. Example Description (B1 Level)

“My best friend Anna is 15 years old. She is tall and slim, with long straight blonde hair and blue eyes. She usually wears jeans and a T-shirt, because she prefers casual clothes. She is very friendly and talkative, and she always makes me laugh. She reminds me of my cousin because they have the same hairstyle and smile.”

Look at the picture of a person your teacher gives you (or think of a friend/celebrity). Write 4–5 sentences to describe them. Use the guide:

1. General appearance: age, height, build

   Example: She is young and quite tall.

2. Hair and face: hair length, colour, eyes, special features

   Example: She has long dark hair and brown eyes.

3. Clothes and style: what they are wearing, style (casual/smart)

   Example: She is wearing jeans and a red jacket. She looks casual.

4. Personality: two adjectives about character

   Example: She is friendly and hard-working.