4 Ways to Prepare for IELTS Speaking Test
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Looking to score a Band 7 or above in your IELTS speaking test? We got you, here are 4 ways you can improve your scores and get the PASS you seek;
1. Practice, Practice, PRACTICE!
"Practice isn’t the thing you do once you’re good. It’s the thing you do that makes you good” - Malcom Gladwell.
In your test your need to show the IELTS examiner that you are able to communicate with them naturally and clearly, having both the skill and experience of speaking in English. Therefore, practice should be a key part of your IELTS speaking preparation. Here are a few exercises to help;
• Stand before a mirror and talk a bit loudly so you can hear yourself. Watch your lip movement, is it looking awkward? If so, rectify it yourself. None other than you can judge you.
• Practice on a friend or family member. By teaching others, it facilitates your own ability to learn the material and strengthens the skill
2. Know what the examiner is looking for
By understanding what the examiner is looking for, you can recognise exactly what you’ll be graded on in the test. There are 4 key areas that you should focus on in your English preparation; Fluency and coherence, lexical resource, grammatical range and accuracy and lastly, pronunciation. By focusing your IELTS speaking preparation on these four sections, you will ensure that you are fully prepared and feel confident on your exam day.
3. 24-hour English warm-up
To be able to perform to the best of your ability during the test, you need to be comfortable enough to speak and understand the English language. Speaking, writing, reading and listening to ONLY English for 24-hours before your test day will give your brain plenty of time to get used to thinking and speaking in English.
4. Use Vocabulary Wisely
Vocabulary accounts for 25% of your total IELTS speaking score. So, you can imagine how important using it correctly is! Here is some advice on expanding your vocabulary PROPERLY:
• You don’t need to use fancy or complicated words – Remember your priority is NOT to impress the IELTS examiner, but to clearly communicate with them.
• Don’t memorise long lists of words (it won't improve your score) - Instead focus on using vocabulary appropriately. IELTS exam is a language exam, NOT a memorisation test.
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