اللغة الإنجليزية — Writing: How to Write a Descriptive Essay — 2 ثانوي — شعبة آداب — بكالوريا — المنهاج الجزائري

اللغة الإنجليزية — Writing: How to Write a Descriptive Essay — 2 ثانوي — شعبة آداب — بكالوريا — المنهاج الجزائري

A descriptive essay paints a picture with words, describing a person, place, object, or experience in vivid detail.

I. Structure

1. Introduction: Hook + general description + thesis statement.
2. Body paragraphs: Each paragraph describes a different aspect (sight, sound, smell, touch, taste).
3. Conclusion: Summary + final impression.

II. Useful Language

Sensory words: vibrant, dazzling, fragrant, melodic, rough, smooth, bitter, sweet.
Comparative language: like, as if, resembles, similar to.
Adjectives: enormous, tiny, ancient, modern, bustling, peaceful, magnificent.

III. Example (Descriptive paragraph)

“The old library was a sanctuary of silence. Sunlight streamed through tall windows, illuminating dancing dust particles. The scent of aged paper and wood polish filled the air. Rows of leather-bound books lined the walls like silent sentinels of knowledge.”

IV. Exercise

Write a descriptive essay (200 words) about your favourite place. Use sensory details.

For more lessons, visit:
Argumentative Essay
and
Narrative Paragraph.