Band 9 Sample Answer One mistake that I made, which turned out to be quite memorable and educational, happened about two years ago during my university days. I had to give a presentation for one of my core courses, and instead of preparing well in advance, I procrastinated until the very last moment. I assumed…
Expanding your vocabulary for the IELTS Speaking test isn’t just about learning more words—it’s about using them accurately and naturally. Below are some practical strategies to sharpen your vocabulary skills and ensure you are ready to excel in the exam. Key Tips: Expand your vocabulary: read, listen, and watch English content to discover new words….
This video gives a sample interview session with subtitles plus a native English-speaking examiner. The examiner explains what question types can be expected on your next test. The Part 1 topic is about hobbies, family and environment, Part 2 and 3 are about admired people. This candidate wisely chooses to talk about her grandmother. This…
IELTS speaking is very popular for asking you questions where you have to explain the process of your learning. Although there is no such rule that best describes the way of answering IELTS questions, it is always better for you to know some language tips on How to Answer Did you ever learn to do…
1. Do you like fast food? Answer:Although I enjoy the taste of fast food occasionally, I try not to indulge in it too often because it is generally considered unhealthy. Moreover, I recently started going to the gym, so I’m making a conscious effort to maintain a balanced diet rather than give in to short-term…
Here are 10 different paragraphs about daily routines, each focusing on a different theme (work, study, freelancing, etc.) with varied vocabulary and complexity for IELTS practice: 1. Office Worker’s Routine My daily routine starts at 6:30 AM when I wake up to the sound of my alarm. After a quick morning workout, I grab a coffee and skim through emails to prioritize tasks. My commute to work takes about…
When I think back to my childhood, one of the most vivid memories I have is of the neighbourhood where I grew up. It was a small but lively residential area on the outskirts of my hometown. Unlike the noisy, crowded places I’m used to now, that neighbourhood had a calm and friendly atmosphere which…
Pronunciation refers to the way you articulate and enunciate words in English. It plays a pivotal role in effective communication as it directly impacts your ability to be understood by native and non-native speakers. In the IELTS Speaking test, pronunciation is one of the four key assessment criteria alongside fluency and coherence, lexical resource (vocabulary),…
If I had the opportunity to choose, the house I would most like to live in would be a modern villa by the seaside. I’ve always been fascinated by the idea of waking up to the sound of waves and having a panoramic view of the ocean right outside my window. For me, such a…
When you do your speaking test, it is important that you get the speaking tone correct. In this lesson we’ll look at how linking phrases can affect the tone. You are basically having a conversation with someone, so you want to sound natural. Some candidates think they have to sound very formal and academic. You obviously do need some good…