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IELTS Writing Task 2 Agree or Disagree Essay – Unpaid Community Service in High School

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IELTS Writing Task 2 requires you to write a formal essay in response to a given question. You need to…

IELTS Writing Task 1 Bar Chart Practice – Car Ownership in the UK, Japan, and Brazil (1990–2020)

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Practising IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 is essential for building strong exam skills. In this type of question, you need…

IELTS Vocabulary Clothes and Fashion

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The IELTS Speaking test is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your English language skills, and a common topic that comes…

IELTS Speaking Essentials

Find task-by-task guides, templates, and strategies to help you organise and deliver strong IELTS Speaking answers.

Breaking the 6 Barrier – How to Achieve a 6.5 in IELTS Speaking

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Achieving a 6.5 in the IELTS Speaking test can seem daunting, especially if you’re consistently scoring around a 6. But…

How Can I Improve My IELTS Speaking

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Improving your IELTS speaking skills is a journey that involves consistent practice and understanding of what the exam assessors are…

How to Master Your Pronunciation for TOEFL and IELTS Speaking

Posted in IELTS Speaking Study Tips, TOEFL SPEAKING

Achieving excellence in the TOEFL and IELTS Speaking section demands not only fluency in English but also clear and correct…

IELTS Speaking Vocabulary

Explore practical word lists and usage examples that strengthen your vocabulary for IELTS Speaking success.

IELTS Vocabulary Clothes and Fashion

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The IELTS Speaking test is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your English language skills, and a common topic that comes…

IELTS Vocabulary for Stress

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Stress, an everyday aspect of modern life, often comes up in IELTS Speaking exams. Expressing your thoughts about stress can…

IELTS Vocabulary – Places of Interest

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Here is a useful list of IELTS vocabulary words, idioms, collocations and phrasal verbs to use in your IELTS Speaking…

Study Tips and Resources

Access calendars, tools, and strategies to plan and track your IELTS preparation effectively.

Mastering Pronunciation for IELTS Speaking for a Band 7 Score and Above

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Achieving a band 7 and higher in the IELTS Speaking exam requires clear, effective pronunciation. It’s not just about speaking…

Mastering Linking Words for IELTS and TOEFL Speaking Exams

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In the journey of mastering English for the IELTS and TOEFL Speaking Exams, the art of using linking words can…

How to Master Your Pronunciation for TOEFL and IELTS Speaking

Posted in IELTS Speaking Study Tips, TOEFL SPEAKING

Achieving excellence in the TOEFL and IELTS Speaking section demands not only fluency in English but also clear and correct…

Must-Read IELTS Posts

A curated selection of cornerstone articles that every IELTS Speaking student should read first.

IELTS Vocabulary for Stress

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Stress, an everyday aspect of modern life, often comes up in IELTS Speaking exams. Expressing your thoughts about stress can…

40+ Linking Words for IELTS & TOEFL With Practice Exercises

Posted in TOEFL VOCABULARY PRACTICE EXERCISES, FEATURED, IELTS Writing Vocabulary

Linking words are essential for writing well-structured and cohesive responses in both the IELTS and TOEFL exams. These words help…

10 Essential Collocations for IELTS Speaking – The Work Edition

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Preparing for the IELTS speaking section can be quite a challenge, especially when it comes to preparing responses for topics…

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