Useful Expressions



Giving a general description of the scene.

  • This picture shows a family having a picnic
  • In this photo, I can see a group of tourists visiting a field.
  • This is a picture of some people queuing in front of an ATM.

Describing the background & existing things.


  • There is/are (N) in/on/at ....
  • In the background, I can see...

If something isn't clear

  • It looks like a…
  • It might be a…
  • He could be (+ verb-ing)
  • Maybe, it’s a…

Other Useful Expressions


  • He looks as if he is looking for something
  • He seems as if he is looking for something
  • He seems to be tired
  • He seems to be having a great time.
  • They look quite tired
  • They seem quite tired
  • She doesn’t  appear to be concentrated on what she’s doing
  • He must be happy because he’s smiling. 
  • The photo must have been taken in summer.
  • He can’t be going to school because he is not carrying books.
  • He could be telling her something she doesn’t like. 
  • The photo might have been taken in winter as they are wearing winter clothes.
  • I can see three people.
  • There’s a house on the left.
  • There are two people playing a game.
  • The man is eating.
  • The people are running
  • It’s raining.
  • It could be a dog or a wolf, I’m not sure.
  • That woman reminds me of my aunt.
  • It could be Ben, but I’m not sure.
  • It looks like a cat, but I’m not sure.
  • It might be a horse, but I can’t see it properly.
  • He could be the one on the left, but it isn’t clear.
  • If I’m not mistaken, I think that’s Richard in the background.




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