Remember that awkward moment where you can’t think of what to say next and keep staring at the examiner? How can we avoid this? Have you ever come across a scenario during the speaking test, where you didn’t quite get what the IELTS examiner was asking, and have no idea how to begin your next…
One good way to prepare for IELTS Speaking Part 2 topics, is to focus on vocabulary, phrases and templates that you can use on a variety of similar topics. On this page, you will find vocabulary and language templates you can use for each of the 5 categories above. Practice them at home, trying to use them for different kinds of questions. There are some…
In this lesson This lesson shows you how to use and practise verb patterns to increase your chances to achieve a higher score in Grammatical Range in IELTS Speaking. One way to get a higher score for grammatical range in IELTS Speaking is to use a variety of grammatical structures accurately. Verb patterns are considered…
Speaking test format Introduction & Interview (4-5 minutes) The examiner introduces him/herself. And, they ask you to introduce yourself. Then, the examiner asks you general questions on familiar topics, (e.g. family, work, studies and interests). Individual long turn (3-4 minutes) After the first part, you talk about a particular topic. The examiner gives you points you can cover…
You are given 1 minute to think about what you’re going to say in the long turn. Use this time well to take notes on the topic you have been given. Keep writing until the examiner asks you to start your long turn. Sample task card Describe something you own which is very important to…
The linking words you use in your IELTS speaking section tell the examiner how well you know the given topic and also help the examiner to assess you based on your fluency. Thus, having the knowledge of linking words is vital for the IELTS speaking test. Students can find several examination resources online related to the use…
IELTS SPEAKING PART 1 Website: Study the sample answers to the topic questions about websites. Learn the topic vocabulary used in the answers, as well as, the collocations. Understand how the speaker developed his answers by targeting the criteria, Fluency and Coherence, Lexical Resource, and Grammar Range and Accuracy. The sample answers below give you ideas…
There is nothing to be embarrassed by as language is forever evolving and mispronounced. Misspelled words often find their way into our world, making it increasingly tough to know what is right and what is wrong. Let’s admit it, speaking can be deceiving, and there are some particularly hard words to pronounce, especially if it’s…