Tips for writings: DESCRIPTION OF A PERSON

When we describe a person, we should try to write in such a way that, by the time the reader finishes the description, he/she feels like he/she really knows the person.

PLAN:

• Opening: Introduce the person and describe his/her physical appearance.
• Body: Describe the person's nature and personal characteristics. Give examples.
• Closing: State your personal feelings towards the person you have chosen.

EXAMPLE:     Describe one of your best friends.

• Opening: Diana, average-looking, dark hair, slim...
• Body: Sense of humour, kind, outgoing, curious...
• Closing: I enjoy being with Diana.

USEFUL LANGUAGE:

• Physiscal Appearance
• Tall / Short
• Good-looking / Attractive / Beautiful / Handsome / Pretty / Stunning / Ugly
• Overweight / Underweight / Slim / Fat / Thin 
• Long / Short
• Straight / Curly / Spiky / Wavy / Bald
• Dark / Light 
• Dark skinned / Pale
• Nature and Characteristics
• Quiet
• Has (a/no) sense of humour / Funny 
• Extrovert / Outgoing / Introvert / Shy
• Pleasant
• Kind 
• Wicked
• Boring / Interesting / Intriguing / Fascinating
• Patient / Impatient
• Feelings
• Love
• Hate
• Admire
• Adore
• Despise
• Be fond of
• Intrigue
• Interest
• Bore