In this tutorial, you will find out: what is meant by ‘a complex sentence’ the importance of incorporating complex sentences in the IELTS speaking test the importance of focussing on natural use of language The speaking test is the same for both IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training and it always involves a face-to-face interview […]
Part Three Tips: Giving and Supporting Opinions, Talking about Advantages and Disadvantages
In this tutorial, you will: find out what to expect in Part Three of the IELTS speaking test learn how to give and support opinions improve your ability to talk about advantages and disadvantages The speaking test is the same for both IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training and it always involves a face-to-face interview […]
Speaking Part Two: Get a ‘Band 9’ Score (+ tips)
In this tutorial, you will find out: what to expect in Part Two of the IELTS speaking test how to get a ‘Band 9’ score in this part of the test..! The speaking test is the same for both IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training and it always involves a face-to-face interview with a certified […]
Overview and Tips to Improve your Performance
In this tutorial, you will: find out what to expect in Part One of the IELTS speaking test learn tips to help you improve your performance in Part One The speaking test is the same for both IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training and it always involves a face-to-face interview with a certified IELTS examiner […]
How Does an Examiner Mark Your Speaking Test? Pronunciation Explained (part 2/4)
Pronunciation This criterion includes the following aspects: Articulation of sounds – how well you pronounce the sounds of the language and if you link the words properly. Word and sentence stress – how you single out the correct syllable in a word or the correct words in a sentence. Intonation – if your voice is […]
How Does an Examiner Mark Your Speaking Test? Fluency and Coherence Criteria Explained (part 1/4)
In this tutorial you will learn: How to understand the way you are assessed in the IELTS Speaking exam in two criteria: Fluency and Coherence, and Pronunciation This will help you in your IELTS Speaking exam because: You will find out how exactly to improve the quality of your speaking. You will discover what is […]