Master the IELTS: Your Complete Guide to a Higher Score

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IELTS Introduction

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Your complete guide to acing the IELTS exam. Start your journey to success here with expert lessons and tips.

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IELTS Reading and Speaking Test Format
Reading & Speaking

IELTS Reading & Speaking Test Format

Understand the structure of the Academic and General Reading and Speaking tests to prepare effectively.

Learn the Format
IELTS Vocabulary Word List
Vocabulary

IELTS Listening & Reading Vocabulary

Boost your score with this comprehensive word list for the Listening and Reading sections.

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Linking words for IELTS writing
Writing

100+ Linking Words for IELTS

Improve your coherence and cohesion with this essential list of connectors for writing and speaking.

Master Connectors
IELTS Writing test marking criteria
Writing

Writing Test Marking Criteria (AC & GT)

Learn exactly how your Academic and General Training Writing tests are scored by examiners to maximize your points.

Understand Scoring
Vocabulary for IELTS Academic Writing Task 1
Writing

Academic Writing Task 1 Vocabulary

Master the specific vocabulary needed to describe graphs, charts, and diagrams effectively.

Learn Vocabulary
Academic Word List for IELTS
Vocabulary

Academic Word List (AWL) for IELTS

Learn the high-frequency academic words essential for a high score in all sections of the test.

Study the AWL
Strategies for IELTS Reading Test
Reading

Skills & Strategies for the Reading Test

Discover proven skills and strategies to tackle the IELTS Reading test with confidence and speed.

Improve Reading
High-value idioms for IELTS Speaking
Speaking

200 High-Value Idioms for IELTS

Enhance your speaking score with topic-based idioms that will impress the examiner.

Learn Idioms
Phrasal verbs for IELTS
Vocabulary

200 Essential Phrasal Verbs

Improve your fluency with this list of common phrasal verbs, complete with meanings and examples.

Master Verbs
IELTS Essay Structure
Writing

IELTS Writing: Essay Structure (AC & GT)

Learn how to structure your Task 2 essay perfectly to get a higher score for coherence and cohesion.

Structure Your Essay
Identifying paraphrase in IELTS Reading
Reading

Identifying Paraphrase in Reading

A key skill for the reading test is identifying paraphrase. Master it with this detailed lesson.

Learn Paraphrasing
Introduction to IELTS Academic Writing Task 1
Writing

Intro to Academic Writing Task 1

Get a clear introduction to the different types of visuals you’ll encounter in Academic Writing Task 1.

Start Task 1
IELTS General Training Writing Task 1
Writing

General Training Writing Task 1: Letters

Learn the difference between formal and informal letter writing for the General Training Task 1.

Write Better Letters
Identifying references in IELTS reading
Reading

Reading Strategy: Identifying References

Improve your reading speed and comprehension by learning how to quickly identify reference words.

Improve Your Speed
Tips for IELTS Writing Task 2
Writing

Top Tips for IELTS Writing Task 2

Get expert tips to help you write a high-scoring essay for the Academic and General Training tests.

Get Writing Tips
IELTS Reading short answer questions
Reading

How to Approach Short Answer Questions

Learn a clear strategy for tackling short answer questions in the IELTS reading test.

Learn the Strategy
Presenting an argument in IELTS Writing Task 2
Writing

Writing Task 2: Presenting an Argument

Master the art of presenting a clear, well-supported argument in your Task 2 essay.

Build Your Argument
Guided practice for short answer questions
Reading

Short Answer Questions: Guided Practice

Put your skills to the test with this guided practice session for reading short answer questions.

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Paraphrasing strategies for IELTS Writing
Writing

Effective Paraphrasing in Writing Task 2

Paraphrasing is a crucial skill. Learn effective strategies to do it correctly in your essay.

Paraphrase Better
Common mistakes in the IELTS exam
General

Common Mistakes in the IELTS Exam

Avoid losing easy marks by learning about the common mistakes that test-takers often make.

Avoid Errors
Vocabulary for IELTS homepage
Vocabulary

Vocabulary for IELTS

Your central resource for all the vocabulary you need to achieve a high band score in IELTS.

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Grammar basics for IELTS
Grammar

Five Grammar Basics for IELTS

Strengthen your foundation with these five essential grammar basics crucial for the IELTS test.

Master the Basics
How to improve IELTS reading score
Reading

How to Improve Your IELTS Reading Score

Discover actionable tips and strategies that can help you boost your reading band score.

Boost Your Score
IELTS Grammar lesson
Grammar

IELTS Grammar: Correct Usage & Mistakes

A detailed grammar lesson focusing on correct usage and common mistakes to avoid in the exam.

Refine Your Grammar
Tackling difficult vocabulary in IELTS Reading
Reading

Strategies for Difficult Vocabulary

Don’t let difficult words slow you down. Learn strategies to handle them in the reading test.

Learn Strategies
Writing a good introduction for IELTS
Writing

How to Write a Good Introduction

The introduction sets the tone for your essay. Learn how to write a great one every time for Task 2.

Write Better Intros
IELTS Reading list selection questions
Reading

How to Solve List Selection Questions

Get a clear strategy for one of the trickiest question types in the IELTS Reading test.

Solve List Selections
How many paragraphs for IELTS Writing Task 2
Writing

How Many Paragraphs for a Task 2 Essay?

Structure is key. Find out the ideal number of paragraphs for a high-scoring IELTS essay.

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Solving multiple choice questions in IELTS Reading
Reading

How to Solve Multiple Choice Questions

Learn techniques to effectively eliminate wrong answers and find the correct one in MCQ questions.

Master MCQs
Importance of linking words in IELTS Writing
Writing

Importance of Using Linking Words

Understand why linking words are crucial for improving the coherence and cohesion of your writing.

Improve Cohesion
Solving sentence completion questions in IELTS Reading
Reading

How to Solve Sentence Completion Questions

A step-by-step guide to tackling sentence completion questions accurately and efficiently.

Learn the Method
How to write a conclusion for IELTS Writing
Writing

How to Write a Conclusion for IELTS Writing

End your essay on a high note. Learn the essential elements of a powerful conclusion.

Write Strong Conclusions
Solving summary completion questions in IELTS Reading
Reading

How to Solve Summary Completion Questions

Master the skills needed to successfully complete summary questions in the reading test.

Complete Summaries
Avoiding repetition in IELTS Writing
Writing

How to Avoid Repetition in IELTS Writing

Improve your Lexical Resource score by learning how to avoid repeating words and ideas.

Vary Your Language
Solving matching paragraph information questions
Reading

How to Solve Matching Paragraph Info Questions

This question type can be time-consuming. Learn a strategy to find the correct information quickly.

Learn to Match
How to improve IELTS writing skills
Writing

How Can I Improve My IELTS Writing Skills?

A comprehensive guide with practical tips to elevate your writing skills for a higher band score.

Improve Your Skills
Tips for True False Not Given questions
Reading

Tips for True/False/Not Given Questions

Understand the key difference between ‘False’ and ‘Not Given’ with expert tips and strategies.

Master T/F/NG
Time management for IELTS writing test
Writing

Manage Time Effectively in the Writing Test

Don’t run out of time! Learn how to manage your 60 minutes effectively for Task 1 and Task 2.

Manage Your Time
Solving matching headings questions in IELTS Reading
Reading

How to Solve Matching Headings Questions

A guide to one of the most challenging question types in the reading test. Learn the best approach.

Learn This Skill
Map and diagram questions in IELTS Listening
Listening

Map & Diagram Questions in Listening

Learn how to approach map and diagram labelling questions in the IELTS Listening test.

Improve Listening
How the IELTS Speaking test is assessed
Speaking

How is the IELTS Speaking Test Assessed?

Understand the four assessment criteria: Fluency, Lexical Resource, Grammar, and Pronunciation.

Know the Criteria
IELTS Listening multiple choice questions
Listening

Listening: Multiple Choice Question Tips

Get tips and strategies for tackling multiple choice questions in the Listening test.

Get Listening Tips
Linking words for IELTS Speaking
Speaking

IELTS Speaking: Linking Words & Tips

Improve your fluency and coherence score by using linking words and phrases effectively in your speech.

Speak Fluently
IELTS Listening matching questions
Listening

Listening: Matching Questions Tips

Learn the best strategies for successfully answering matching questions in the listening test.

Learn Matching
Pronunciation guide for IELTS Speaking
Speaking

Guide to Accurate Pronunciation

Improve your pronunciation score with this guide to pronouncing individual words accurately.

Improve Pronunciation
Solving map and diagram questions in IELTS Listening
Listening

How to Solve Map & Diagram Questions

A detailed walkthrough on how to approach and solve plan, map, and diagram labelling questions.

Solve Maps
Tips for fluency and coherence in IELTS Speaking
Speaking

Speaking: Fluency and Coherence Tips

Learn how to speak at length without losing coherence or hesitating. Boost your fluency score.

Boost Fluency
Completion questions in IELTS Listening
Listening

Listening Completion Questions Guide

A guide to all types of completion questions: form, note, table, flow-chart, and summary.

Master Completion
Using lexical resources in IELTS Speaking
Speaking

Speaking Tips: Use Lexical Resources

Learn how to effectively use a wide range of vocabulary to improve your Lexical Resource score.

Expand Your Lexicon
Pro tips for IELTS listening sentence completion
Listening

Pro Tips for Listening Sentence Completion

Get expert tips to master sentence completion questions in the IELTS Listening test.

Get Pro Tips
Grammar range and accuracy tips for IELTS speaking
Speaking

Speaking: Grammar Range & Accuracy

Learn how to showcase your grammatical range and accuracy to achieve a higher score in the Speaking test.

Improve Grammar
Tips for short answer questions in IELTS listening
Listening

Tips for Listening Short Answer Questions

Discover effective strategies for listening for specific information to answer short answer questions.

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Downloadable IELTS vocabulary PDF
Vocabulary

Essential IELTS Vocabulary PDF

Download our comprehensive IELTS vocabulary PDF to study on the go and boost your lexical resource.

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FAQs for paper-based and computer-based IELTS listening test
Listening

Listening Test FAQs (AC & GT)

Get answers to frequently asked questions about both paper-based and computer-based Listening tests.

Read FAQs
Understanding what speaking well means in IELTS
Speaking

What Does ‘Speaking Well’ Mean in IELTS?

Demystify the examiner’s expectations and understand what it truly means to speak well in the IELTS test.

Find Out More
Tips for IELTS General Training Writing Task 1
Writing

General Writing Task 1: Top Tips

Essential tips specifically for the General Training Writing Task 1 to help you write effective letters.

Get GT Tips
Tips for IELTS Academic Writing Task 1
Writing

Academic Writing Task 1: Top Tips

Learn key tips and strategies for describing visual data in the Academic Writing Task 1.

Get AC Tips
Difference between IELTS AC, GT, and UKVI tests
Reading

Reading Tests: AC vs GT vs UKVI

Understand the key differences between the Academic, General Training, and UKVI reading tests.

Learn the Difference
Official IELTS Writing Task 1 band descriptors
Writing

Official Task 1 Writing Band Descriptors

A detailed look at the official band descriptors for Task 1 Writing. Know what examiners are looking for.

See Descriptors
FAQs for IELTS Reading tests
Reading

Reading Test FAQs (AC, GT, UKVI)

Answers to frequently asked questions about the various IELTS Reading tests.

Get Answers
Essential writing tips for IELTS Task 1 and 2
Writing

Essential Writing Tips for Task 1 & 2

Get a collection of crucial tips that apply to both writing tasks to boost your overall score.

Read All Tips
Official IELTS Speaking assessment criteria
Speaking

Official Speaking Assessment Criteria

Review the public version of the official speaking assessment criteria to understand how you are scored.

View Criteria
FAQs for IELTS Writing Task 1
Writing

Writing Task 1 FAQs (AC & GT)

Your questions about Writing Task 1 for both Academic and General Training answered here.

Read Task 1 FAQs
Pro tips for IELTS Speaking Part 1
Speaking

Pro Tips for Speaking Test Part 1

Expert advice on how to handle the interview questions in Part 1 of the Speaking test.

Ace Part 1
FAQs for IELTS Writing Task 2
Writing

Writing Task 2 FAQs

Answers to common questions about Writing Task 2 for both paper and computer-based exams.

Read Task 2 FAQs
Tips for IELTS Speaking Part 2
Speaking

8 Top Tips for Speaking Test Part 2

Master the ‘long turn’ with these 8 essential tips for Part 2 of the Speaking test.

Excel in Part 2
Key strategies to improve IELTS listening score
Listening

Key Strategies to Improve Listening Score

Discover key strategies and practical advice to significantly improve your IELTS Listening score.

Boost Your Score
Tips for IELTS Speaking Part 3
Speaking

4 Key Tips for Speaking Test Part 3

Learn how to handle the abstract discussion questions in Part 3 with these 4 key tips.

Conquer Part 3