IELTS SPEAKING TIPS
This is the best time for some IELTS success tips, and I want to talk about the REALITY of getting an IELTS 9 in speaking. 1. Be confident: Although you might be nervous, try to speak clearly and confidently. Smile and be friendly* with the examiner. As you go into the exam, tell yourself that you have prepared well […]
IELTS Speaking Part 2 Tips
Before the exam, prepare ideas for the six main topics: 1. Describe an object (a gift, something you use etc.) 2. Describe a person (someone you admire, a family member etc.) 3. Describe an event (a festival, celebration etc.) 4. Describe an activity (e.g. a hobby) 5. Describe a place (somewhere you visited, a holiday […]
Way of saying “in my opinion”?
“By my reckoning” it sounds pretty sophisticated You can also use phrases below as well to prevent the redundancy of saying “in my opinion” : My take on this is … My impression is… To my mind… From […]
Seven ways to improve IELTS speaking?
Speak loudly and be audible. Don’t worry about your accent. Examiners are used to dealing with different accents. Just be clear. Keep talking until examiner indicate they are satisfied. Keep eye contact with the examiner. Don’t be monotonous, express emotions and gesticulate when necessary. If you are not a native speaker, and English is not your […]
Vocabulary 1
VERTEX IELTS (Vocabulary) Succinct (adj): brief, terse said in a clear and short way; expressing what needs to be said without unnecessary words: Keep your letter succinct and to the point. Hone (Verb): Sharp, Make perfect to make something perfect or completely suitable for its purpose Her debating skills were honed in the students‘ union Innate (adj): Natural, Inborn An innate quality or ability is one that you were born with, not one you have learned: Cyril’s most impressive quality was his innate goodness. Her dance expresses the innate beauty of the human spirit. Raconteur […]
