IELTS Speaking Tips

Be interesting

Be natural and spontaneous. Be lively and responsive. Do not speak in a dull or boring manner. Show interest or enthusiasm. Create a good impression on the examiner. He will…

IELTS Speaking Tips

Don’t memorize answers from books or websites

Don't give a rehearsed speech. The examiners are well trained and can distinguish easily whether your answer is memorized or original. If you give a memorized answer they will change…

IELTS Speaking Tips

What if I do not know much about the topic

Talk about something related to the topic. But do not repeat the question. It leads to a lot of waste of time. There can be several ways to answer the…

IELTS Speaking Tips

Understand the question well

Don't be in a hurry to speak. Your first task is to answer the question properly. Don't say anything irrelevant to the question. If you do not understand the question…

IELTS Speaking Tips

What if I speak less

The examiner will think you lack fluency and have less knowledge of English. He will move on to the next question or ask a follow-up question. You should keep speaking…

IELTS Speaking Tips

First impressions matter

Be presentable and well groomed. Be respectful all the time. Be polite and well mannered. Do not be over friendly or too free. Be relaxed but formal.

IELTS Speaking Tips

Body language matters

Body language does not affect bands. Sit normally in the chair. Keep your hands as you wish. Smile at the examiner to show confidence. Look at the examiner while speaking.

IELTS Speaking Tips

Greetings are important

Greet the examiner as you enter the room. Wish her good morning or good afternoon. Sit down only when you are asked to. When the speaking exam is over thank…

IELTS Speaking Tips

Be relaxed and cheerful

Be cheerful and smile. Be relaxed and not tensed. Be positive and confident. Don't entertain negative thoughts. Take long and deep breadths to get rid of any nervousness.  

IELTS Writing Tips

Understand the question well

Read the question carefully. Underline keywords in a question. It helps to understand and focus on the question.