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Let’s learn to write
How to write descriptions of people—
Begin with the introduction of the character or person (e.g. name, who he/she is).
Then, write about their physical appearance (e.g. their height, features, age, etc.).
After this, write about their personality or what they are like (e.g. their qualities,
values, nature, etc.).
Next, write about their relations with other characters or people (e.g. how they
interact with others).
Finally, finish the description by describing them in one sentence.
Use the given chart of physical descriptions and describe any one of
the following:
cousin neighbour grandparent
Age Hair
baby, young, middle-aged, old short, long, medium length, black, brown,
grey, bald, etc.
Height
short, medium, tall Face
oval, round, square, triangular, long
Eyes Personality traits
black, brown, blue, green, etc. attentive, calm, good-tempered, intelligent,
happy, nervous, friendly, obedient, etc.
Nose
small, straight, long, snub, etc. Characteristics
kind, brave, cruel, generous, stern, dishonest,
Mouth, lips, teeth
small or large mouth, full/thick or loyal, talkative, punctual, optimistic, etc.
thin lips, sparkling white, yellow,
crooked, etc.
Complexion
fair, wheatish, dark
Other features
beard, moustache, wrinkles, large/small ears
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