Most of the candidates do not focus on punctuation marks while writing their essays. That is the biggest mistake. You should know that punctuation marks play a crucial role in making sentences more meaningful. Here we have listed down commonly used punctuation marks and their use in the IELTS writin...

Scoring a band 9 in the IELTS Academic Writing is a simple task if you are suitably prepared in advance. So, in this article, we are going to provide you with some beneficial tips that you can inculcate in your practice regime and score a band 9 easily. 1. Understanding the Format – This is t...

Almost everyone is familiar with the IELTS test. You might have already taken it or might be planning to soon. This English language assessment test is divided into four sections – listening, writing, speaking, and reading. While usually, the test is a little challenging for non-native speaker...

In IELTS writing task 2, there are five different types of essays (academic and general) you may be expected to write. In this article, we will be covering these essays and prepare you to achieve the band score of your dreams. 1. Discussion Essay – In the discussion essay, you will be expected...

Many candidates struggle to score well in the IELTS Writing Test which ultimately affects their overall IELTS score. You must be aware of the different rules that can help you take the IELTS writing test successfully. Well, do not worry, because in this article we will discuss some of the rules to f...

Students planning to pursue their higher education abroad or people looking to migrate to the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada are required to take the IELTS. It’s a mandatory requirement by the governments of these countries for immigration applicants to write the IELTS and submit their...

Taking the IELTS can be an exciting time in a person’s life, it could be to pursue higher studies or to immigrate for work. It can also be a challenging task as you need to get the minimum score set by your institution or the immigration department. Where is IELTS required? Students seeking ...

The International English Language Testing System is the standardized test required to qualify for universities in majority English speaking countries. Preparing for IELTS is a challenge for most candidates who are non-English speakers and we are here to help you crack the IELTS test on the very fir...

You might be aware that Speaking is one of the tests in the IELTS. Most candidates get nervous at the thought of speaking face-to-face with the examiner but it's not that hard. We have come up with some tips that will build your confidence and help you get your ideal score. To excel in the spea...

IELTS is the most popular English proficiency test in the world and it is taken by millions every year. Writing the IELTS can provide a candidate with a lot of opportunities and it makes immigrating to an English-speaking country easier. While applying for the IELTS is an exciting task, applicants ...

Do you know in IELTS Writing, is one of the criteria that you should make use of a variety of sentences? Yes, it is important that you should not only write simple sentences but a combination of simple and complex sentences.   But, this doesn’t mean that you will have to make the conten...

Grammar is one of the most important aspects of writing. If you want your writing to be marvelously good then you need to make it grammatically perfect.   In IELTS, good grammar plays a crucial role. It is one of the criteria to get a band score of 7 to 8 or 9. Most of the candidates write we...

Do you want to stud in the UK? Well, if YES is your answer then the first thing that you will have to focus on is booking the slot for your IELTS. Of course, preparation is the key to success in the exam. When you are ready for the test you can take it and get the score that is needed to study at on...

Are you preparing for the IELTS? Get to learn more about different essay topics that you may get in the IELTS Academic.   Here are some trending IELTS Essay Questions for your practice.   There are many people who believe that food produced by the country should be for the people of ...

While preparing for the IELTS it is common to come across myths. You want to get answers to all your questions. This article explains some common myths about the IELTS speaking test.   You need to impress the interviewer to get a good score   To be honest, the first impression should ...

Homophones in English language can make you go crazy.   You really need to have a good vocabulary if you want to score higher in your IELTS.   There are millions of words but still if you have mastery over 5000+ words then it can be easy for you to read and comprehend listen to and un...

Getting Ready for Part 2 and Part 3 of the Test   It is difficult to guess what type of questions or the topic you may get in your IELTS Speaking.   The first part of the test can be a piece of cake. You may answer common questions. You may give your introduction, talk about your famil...

Are you planning to take the IELTS? Well, 2021 exam dates for the IELTS have been released. You can take this exam on any of the dates that you wish to.   But, before you book the slot for the IELTS, it is always recommended that you prepare for the test. Remember, it is different than other ...

It is very important that you should prepare for the IELTS. Here are some of the common essay topics that we have shared.     Some people believe that gender issues exist everywhere and that it is difficult to root them out whereas others believe that one needs to fight to root them o...

IELTS is regarded as the best test which tests English language proficiency.   It determines a candidate's English skills - reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. College, universities or international organizations look for the IELTS score card to evaluate the English skills of...

“What did you say?” “Can you go over it again?” “I am sorry, I missed that.”   You can ask questions when you do not get anything when someone says something to you? But, when it comes to IELTS listening, you do not have any second chance. You will have to ...

Do you know there are some candidates who are good at English but they do not speak well? One of the biggest reasons is lack of confidence.   It is necessary that you shall build and improve confidence. This will make it all easy for you to get a good score in your IELTS.   Get yoursel...

Here we have listed down IELTS essay questions that have already appeared in the IELTS academic writing. You can pick one of these essays and try building your thoughts.   1.      There are many schools where students are encouraged to read the news and even policies ...

Here is basic information about the IELTS Listening. The test duration is 30 minutes.   You will listen to four different recordings. You will have to listen to the recordings and give answers. The recordings will be played only once (There is no going back. You can’t. However, you can ...

What do most of the candidates who take IELTS complain about? Well, a major hurdle on the way to success in IELTS is vocabulary.   If you have good vocabulary, it will become easy for you to understand passages or the text that you get in the reading test. You will understand what the speaker...

Learning grammar is important. If you want to get a good band score, you will have to have good command over English.   Generally, IELTS candidates face difficulty when it comes to writing and speaking tests. Because, these two are the tests which assess their English skills closely. You will...

IELTS Speaking can be very tough. But, if you know what to do then it can be a piece of cake for you. You can easily get through it.    Most of the candidates do not manage to get a good score only because they do not present themselves well. It is important that you should learn to pres...

Language is all about words. The more the words you know, the better it is. When you know more words, you will have no trouble in understanding English.   Most of the students face difficulty in reading, writing, speaking and listening tests because they do not understand the words.   ...

IELTS is not difficult to crack. All you need is a strategy. You can learn to perform well with practice.   IELTS scores are used by a large number of reputed institutions or organizations across the globe. It is an indicator of how strong your English is. The higher the score, the better it ...

IELTS speaking and writing will require you to make use of the correct English. If you make mistakes, you will not be able to reach your desired score.   There are many candidates who make very common mistakes. You can learn a little more about word usage or grammar rules to write and speak c...

One of the most challenging parts in IELTS is IELTS writing. Even candidates who are good at English face some difficulty when it comes to creating a good essay.   This article talks about what you shall not do in your IELTS writing test.   Drifting away from the main topic   O...

It is common to make some mistakes when you write or speak in English. But, these mistakes can be avoided.   Take a look at the example given.   Example: Her room's window is open.   Do you think the sentence given above is correct? Well, it may look like a correct sentence....

Most of the candidates want to know how long their answer should be in IELTS speaking.   IELTS speaking will have three parts and in each part of the test, you will have different questions.   For instance, in the first part of the test, the interviewer would like to know more about yo...

IELTS Speaking Part A Questions can be related to anything. For instance, you may get questions related to Work, Hobbies, Internet, Leisure time, Music,  Pets, Reading, Shopping?, Fashion, Fear, Confidence, Flowers, Food,  Newspapers, Neighbors & Neighborhood, Study, Hometown, Home,&nb...

IELTS is a test of English. You need to have good command over English. If you make mistakes, you will get a good score. Listed down are some of the common mistakes. You need to learn to speak or write grammatically correct.   Incorrect:  They had a good news for him. Correct: They had ...

IELTS Reading is not just a simple test of reading. It requires test takers to be very good at analyzing the text and comprehending the text too.   Specially IELTS academic is more challenging. There will be long passages and you shall be able to read, and understand perfectly well to answer ...

There are some words and expressions that you should know when it comes to describing line graphs in IELTS writing task 1.   To get a good band score it is essential that you should use proper words and phrases to describe the trend. You need to use different expressions. You can’t use ...

For some candidates IELTS speaking is a very easy test. They speak with confidence and get the score they really want. But, there are some unfortunate candidates who take this test multiple times but do not get the score they need.   If you know what the examiner gives importance to then it w...

Most of the test takers want to know how they can get a band score 9 in their IELTS.   It is true that it is very difficult to get a band score of 9 in IELTS but it is possible.   You do not have to take the IELTS again and again. As most of the candidates do. They feel they will get l...

These are the frequently asked questions by the IELTS candidates. If you are taking IELTS you may have some doubts and need answers to some burning questions on IELTS.   These are all related to the writing module.    How General IELTS Writing Task 1 is going to be different from ...

“I am sorry, I didn’t get that.” “Can you say that again?”   There are many candidates who speak grammatically correct. But, they do not pronounce correctly. And because of this, their listeners do not understand them perfectly well.   In your IELTS speaki...

IELTS Speaking can be tough exam for you. So, don’t take it for granted. Knowing what actually it takes to get through the test can help you score higher in your exam.   How will you introduce yourself?   You are now sitting in front of the examiner. After greetings, it is time t...

IELTS is an international English language test and of course, it is not going to be simple. There are many candidates who take this test for various purposes like study, work or migration.   Preparation for the test is the key to success. But, how shall you prepare for it? What shall be your...

Can You Locate The Verbs Use of proper verbs is very important in IELTS writing. A small mistake can change the meaning of the sentence.   Check out sentences given below:   Sentence 1: I met Ronny every day. Sentence 2: I meet Ronny every day.   Sentences 1 and 2 use two diff...

Did you know the way you write or speak plays an important role in how you are perceived?   If you would like to make a first impression countable, you need to present yourself using correct English.   Most of the candidates speak and write good English but they commit some common verb...

There are many people who have difficulty in speaking correct English. One of the core problems is MTI or Mother Tongue Influence. It is defined as the impact of the usage of your own mother tongue or native language on the second language that you desire to communicate in. For instance, if Spanish ...

Do you know most of the candidates who take the IELTS Listening test get confused and find it difficult to answer the questions?   Often, the problem arises because of poor listening or understanding. You need to listen to the recordings with rapt attention. Even a moment of carelessness can ...

Working From Home Essays Listed down are a few of the IELTS Writing tasks that are related to Covid19 and work from home.     You will have to write at least 250 words for the given tasks. Essay will be graded based on grammar, vocabulary, punctuation, relevance to the topic and the way...

In IELTS Reading you will get different types of questions such as multiple choice questions, completing the summary, short answer questions, etc. But, questions with respect to matching headings can be very tough. Most of the students find such questions difficult because they either do not underst...

It is always good to prepare for the IELTS speaking. You should know how this test will be and what the examiner expects from you.   Below are answers to some of the commonest but important IELTS Speaking Questions.    In part 1 of the speaking test, how long should my answers be?...

We have listed down some important FAQs on IELTS listening. How many sections will there be in the IELTS listening test and what are they based on? IELTS Listening is composed of 4 different sections and they are based on social and academic situations. Section 1 and Section 2 will be related t...

IELTS speaking analyzes your speaking skills. The test will last for about 11-14 minutes.   The candidates often are confused about how much to speak. If you are also one of them then this article is for you.   To be very honest, you are required to speak as needed. The role of thumb i...

Availability Of Test At Test Centers Across The Globe   If you have plans to study in an English country, you need to take IELTS. IELTS score is needed to study abroad or for various other purposes such as work or immigration.   The IELTS test centers across the globe were closed becau...

Describing a graph/table/a chart/a pie diagram can be very challenging. It requires good analytical skills too. Yes, you will have to focus on what it is about. You will have to understand what it says. You will have to pay attention to important features of it. And then after careful analysis you w...

Use of idioms can help you stylize your English. It will be good to make use of common and understandable idioms. During your speaking test, it is important that you should sound natural. And using idioms in a natural way, you can double up your chances of getting a good score.   What are the...

The world is still struggling to find ways to cope up with Covid19. Certainly, it is a tough time. But, let it not affect your dreams.   If you have plans to take IELTS, why step back? You can take it. But, you need to find a way to prepare for it.   Of course, maintaining social dista...

You will have to make use of some effective phrases and expressions in your IELTS Speaking and IELTS writing. There are some common phrases and expressions that you can use. They are helpful with adding a variety to your communication skills. You can use them in your IELTS writing or IELTS speaking ...

It is important to prepare for the IELTS Reading. Do not assume that it is going to be simple. Of course, for those who practice, it is a piece of cake but for candidates who do not practice enough before taking the test, it can be very challenging.   The test will have 40 different questions ...

Do you know which writing mistakes are the worst kind of errors in IELTS writing? Let us help you understand. There are many candidates who tend to find substantive grammatical trip-ups such as errors in using correct form of verbs more frustrating. There are other errors too such as typographical e...

IELTS Listening is all about active listening. You will listen to four different audios and answer the questions that follow. The first audio of the IELTS Listening will be conversation between two people. For instance, a tourist booking a hotel room online. The second audio will be a monologue. T...

A small mistake may mean a lot if you are taking an international test like IELTS. You can’t make mistakes. Even an error in use of the articles such as a, an and the may lower down your score. So, you will have to be very careful.   There are many candidates who write well but do not p...

Take IELTS Speaking more confidently and get a good score that you wish for. Listed down are a few of the tips and tricks to speak well.   Yes/No will not work   If you want to score higher in IELTS it is important that you should speak more effectively, take the initiative and show m...

It is hard to imagine good writing without proper punctuation. A sentence, a paragraph will have at least a period, a comma, or other punctuation marks. Without proper punctuation it would be confusing for the readers to read and understand perfectly well. There are 14 punctuation marks but we may n...

There can be nothing more challenging in IELTS than taking the speaking test. Speaking test is one of the tests in IELTS that frightens even the best of the English speakers.  Most of the candidates tense up when they have to speak in front of the interviewer.   Why is it important to lo...

Are you excited about IELTS? But, wait, are you ready for it? Before you take the test, it is important to focus on following things.   Take the test when your English level matches the required IELTS band score. Take the test when you completely understand the IELTS (question formats, pat...

Listed down are a few of the important IELTS tips that can be useful for you when you take IELTS reading. .   Not A Simple Reading Test   Reading skills need a special set of skills. There are many candidates who have a misconception that they are good at reading and they can get the ...

Listed down are a few of the common IELTS questions with regard to Covid19.   Is my IELTS test cancelled?   Covid19 cases are evolving very quickly. The tests may get suspended at a very short notice. It is always better to communicate through your test center via email.   As pe...

Words that you use while your IELTS speaking may have a great value. You need to pick the words wisely. Even if you are good at communicating in English but the words that you are using are not good enough, you get a low score. There are many candidates who falsely believe that they can spice up the...

Are you ready for the IELTS speaking? Before you take the test, it is always important to understand the Marking Criteria. If you know how your speaking skills are assessed, it will be easy for you to get a higher score in your test.   Marking Criteria in IELTS Speaking   There are fi...

You will have to write an essay in your IELTS Writing Task 2. Of course, it will be small. The word-length will be 250 words. Yes, it is true that there is no upper word limit but it is always good to follow the rules.   Express, Don’t Try To Impress   Your first goal should be ...

IELTS applicants have the option to take paper-based IELTS or the computer delivered IELTS.  Students who opt for computer-based IELTS often have questions with regard to speaking test.  Generally, IELTS speaking is the in-person speaking test. You will face an interview.   But, whe...

Idioms can be used in the IELTS Writing tasks. But, be very careful. You can use the idioms that are common. Avoid making use of the idioms that are uncommon.   There are various idioms or idiomatic expressions that are funny. For instance, idioms that carry names of the animals. Of course, y...

The pandemic of coronavirus since 2019 has modified so many aspects of IELTS study plans and exam dates. If you have planned to take the IELTS exams within the next two months, you may be worried about what would happen to your study plans and exam schedules. Remarkably, the British Council is coor...

This article will have all the information about the IELTS test. Any doubts or queries on the IELTS will be clarified below. All information about IELTS reading, writing, speaking, and listening test is provided below. Frequently Asked Questions about IELTS Test  1) What does IELTS stand for...

Which essay do you think will be more appreciated - one that is with easy-to-understand words or the one that has got difficult-to-understand words?  Obviously, examiners will prefer to score higher essays that carry simple or plain English (Buit, at the same time, it has to be effective too). ...

Candidates/ aspirants may have many doubts and queries regarding the IELTS Listening Test can read these below mentioned FAQs and clear their doubts. 1) What is the time frame of the listening test and for how many minutes does it last for? Answer: the total time frame for the listening test is 40 ...

IELTS speaking is certainly not a difficult test. All you need to do is prepare yourself a little for the test. Of course, your grammar is going to play a very crucial role. As the examiner will be focusing more on how correctly you speak.   Even if you falter or hesitate a little to speak in...

Due to the pandemic COVID-19 that has recently occurred globally is affecting thousands of people, and it is risky to be out amongst a crowd, as this spreads from human contact. The IELTS organization, who conducts tests worldwide, for students, workers and migrants are rethinking their exam dates f...

IELTS [International English Learning Test System] is a worldwide English proficiency test. It is for anyone who wants to migrate, study or work abroad. It is one of the standard tests given importance by many organizations, colleges, universities in countries like Australia, The USA, Germany, Canad...

IELTS has four tasks writing, reading, listening and speaking and are individually graded. The overall grade is taken into account to issue a final band score in IELTS. So let us talk about how IELTS is scored.   How IELTS is scored? A)  0 – Zero is given to someone who applied for ...

IELTS is a professional English language test taken by candidates who are willing to study or work in English speaking countries. IELTS score is accepted for admission to universities in the UK, New Zealand, Australia, Canada, and USA. So if you are looking forward to know the full details about how...

One of the common questions that many of the candidates ask is this: “Can we use abbreviations in the IELTS Writing, reading or listening?”   Well, you need to know some basic rules with respect to the use of the abbreviations in IELTS.   What are abbreviations?   Ab...

Relentless Persevarence For Band Score 9 If you ask anyone is it possible to get a band score 9 in IELTS? Then you may get an answer as no, it is not easy. I took IELTS twice. When I first took the IELTS, I got only band score 6. That was shocking for me. I thought I would be able to cross a band s...

Trust us, you are not the only if you are worried about IELTS reading test. We have seen many such people who have struggled to go through this part. The struggle is real for some people. But out of experience in cracking the IELTS exam, we want to help you understand the concept of reading tests. S...

Out of all four skill tests in IELTS, the biggest challenge would be IELTS Writing. It is difficult even for some of the experts in English. But, still, some practice can be of great help.   So, how can you write well? And in a better way? Let us discuss this.   In IELTS, you may have ...

Improve your IELTS Reading score by improving your reading skills. Here, we have listed down why some useful tips that can help a lot.   Reading is a simple process when performed with interest and dedication. Whether it is schooling or competitive English language exams such as IELTS, readin...

Do you know you are expected to make use of English that is natural?   Well, let me explain what “Natural English” stands for? Natural English is all about simple English. You do not have to be too formal, nor too informal while speaking during the test.   There are many st...

IELTS needs strong English. If you are good at English, then IELTS is a piece of cake for you. It will be pretty much simple for you to get a good score.   Two of the major hurdles in IELTS are the IELTS writing test and the IELTS speaking test. Because these two are the tests that perfectly ...

1. Your Listening, Reading and Writing Test will be conducted on the same day you book your slot each for 40, 60, and 60 minutes respectively, at one go - that is for 2hours and40 minutes. 2. Your IELTS Speaking test will be held on a separate day that is generally 3 or 4 days before the date of yo...

1. In IELTS Reading your skills of scanning for the information that is important and skimming through the information that is not important are tested. Skim means to get overview /general idea not in-depth reading. 2. Scanning means to look for specific details/information 3. For scanning—s...

How is IELTS going to be in 2020? Has anything changed? Updated IELTS info is given below: The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is an examination to assess the English language proficiency of people who would like to take a higher studies program abroad or want to go for work o...

To succeed in any exam, candidates need to have required understanding of the exam pattern, and of course, positivity and some preparation.   IELTS General may look simple but in reality it is not. It needs a lot of preparation. You need to understand what the examiners want from you. Deliver...

The use of punctuation marks is important in order to help your readers understand the meaning of the sentence. Most of the IELTS test takers do not give importance to punctuation. Three are many candidates who just do not focus on punctuating their essay or letter in IELTS.    Consider ...

IELTS is widely taken by students of non-English speaking countries to seek admission into universities, study, and work or get trained in the UK, Australia, Canada or New Zealand. Your IELTS score will lay the foundation for your dreams to get admission in a reputed University with subjects of inte...

There are 6 common types of questions that you may get in your IELTS Listening test. They are as follows: Table completion, form, note, summary completion Labeling the diagram, plan, map Matching (matching word with a word or phrase etc) Picking the right choice (multiple choice) Completing ...

  Download the free IELTS mobile application and start preparing for your IELTS. IELTS is not simple. That is the fact. It needs a lot of preparation. But, what is the best way to prepare for the IELTS? Certainly, you will not want to take long-hours classes for IELTS. You will look for a way...

For long decades, the IELTS had been only a paper-based English test but now it is computer-based too. It must be taken into consideration that both CBT and PBT choices remain open for all the candidates those who want to take this test (from anywhere in the world).   IELTS test is going to b...

Are you going to take IELTS?   Better prepared than be very disappointed!   IELTS is composed of four major language skills tests. They are reading, writing, speaking and listening.   You may think, “I know reading and I can get through reading test very easily.” But...

Do you like writing? During your school or college days, you must have written letters and essays. You must have performed well in crafting some beautiful stories.  But, the IELTS Writing Test demands some special writing skills. It is not just about writing anything. It is all about writing ...

IELTS is a BIG thing. It shall not be taken lightly. Anyone who doesn’t get prepared for it finds it difficult to get through it.  But, in today’s hectic life, finding the time for anything is challenging. For working professionals and students it can be very tiresome to attend the...

To score 8.0 on a scale of 9.0 is certainly a big thing. For most of the IELTS test takers it is like touching the Holy Grail.   You must have heard of people getting 8.0 in their IELTS and you wish you could do that too.   That is amazing. You wonder how they do this.   It is a...

Do you speak good English? Or do you speak well English?   I am sorry for that grammatical error. But, this is common and a large number of candidates commit many such mistakes.   Question:   How are you doing?   For the question given above, pick the right answer.  ...

In IELTS writing, it is very important that you should make use of the correct grammar. Even a small error will be visible and it may bring down your score in the IELTS exam.   There are many candidates who commit small grammar mistakes. If you are also one among them, then this information i...

The Use of Countable and Uncountable Nouns In English   Many of the candidates do not make use of Countable and Uncountable Nouns in English in a proper way.   Use of such nouns is simple. One just needs to know the basic differences. Anyone who has acquired English may make use of th...

Computer-delivered IELTS has been there for almost a year now and it is available in various countries.   If you are wondering how this can be a better option, read on to know more.   When you take the IELTS computer-based test, you get the results within 5-7 days. You can take the tes...

Are you planning to prepare for the IELTS? Get trained in IELTS using IELTS mobile application.  IELTS Mobile Application makes learning simple for the IELTS aspirants. It offers plenty of advantages.  Flexibility in Learning  Flexibility in learning from anywhere or anytime. No li...

Reading is a skill that is mastered with practice.  IELTS Reading is not the same as that of the common text reading or reading at school or university.  This is different as one has to read with analytical bent of mind. 60 minutes and 40 questions. A big task. Yes, you have got that righ...

For many candidates IELTS essay is one big thing that hinders them from achieving a good score. If you are also one of those candidates who fear IELTS Writing essay and need some guidance, then you are at the right place.   Make use of these simple phrases or word-groups to make your essay mo...

The Listening aspect is yet another aspect to be covered in the IELTS Listening test. This could be a tough and critical aspect but if observation and good listening powers are developed, then it is easy to interpret and score. The Recording is done only once. So it is a huge task on the aspirant to...

The most important aspect of the IELTS test is the aspect of Speaking. There is a famous quotation called, “Speech is silver”. (learn to get through your IELTS speaking test. IELTS Speaking test tips and tricks are shared here in this article). Speaking determines our ability to put for...

Do you want to make your write-up perfect? You do not have to be an expert grammarian. Even if you know a few things in English grammar then it is enough for you.   Here, we have listed down some incorrect and correct sentences. Check out.   Incorrect: There is many dusts.   Cor...

IELTS is an English language test and candidates need to have strong hold over English.   Every language is made up of words. When you join words, sentences are created. Words are the building blocks. In order to master any language, the first step would be to learn the words.   Buildi...

With IELTS7Band, IELTS preparation app, you can prepare for the IELTS perfectly well.  This app gives you access to plenty of IELTS practice tests which you can take as many times as you want.  Score reports comes with detailed analytics which will help you with analyzing and understandi...

TIPS TO PASS IELTS READING TEST International English language testing system is where a person fluency on English is tested, who intend to go to English speaking countries for academic purpose or on work migration.   IELTS comprises of two different tests, one for academic and other for gen...

Often, test-takers have some unusual kind of fear. There are many things that confuse the test-takers. But, out of all those things, three are major that are discussed below:   What if I miss listening to the recordings properly? IELTS listening test requires you to be very attentive. You n...

Do you think you can’t write well?   You can write well. Focus on five important aspects of writing to be good at writing. You can easily get through the IELTS writing test.   Linking paragraphs   The most important thing in writing is linking the paragraphs. Each and eve...

IELTS (International English Language Testing System) needs good preparation. There are many candidates who take it without preparing for it thinking that they will do well but alas, they do not. They get very low score.  If you are busy and do not get time, IELTS preparation may seem difficul...

  IELTS is difficult and therefore we have got developed a unique IELTS Android / iOS Mobile Application that makes IELTS preparation simple for you.  IELTS7Band is a user-friendly IELTS preparation mobile application which you can download for FREE and start preparing for your IELTS.&nb...

During your speaking test in IELTS, you may not know what topic you will get. Often, candidates face difficulties in speaking properly because they do not find the right words which they can use in order to speak about the given topic.   It is due to the fact that they do not have the vocabul...

Reading test in IELTS can be difficult. Here, we have given some tips for you to score band 8 or 9 in it. You shall love reading It is crucial that you love and enjoy your reading experience. If you are reading for pleasure, then it will make you want to read more. This way, you will find reading...

There are many students who face difficulty in IELTS Listening test. Especially, test takers find it almost impossible to keep track of what they listen and then possibly arrive at the right answer.   The big mistake is that they do not focus on taking notes while listening to the script whic...

Good grammar is very important. If you want to get a good score in IELTS you will have to focus on making use of correct English grammar rules.   It is true that grammar in IELTS is not the only criterion to score higher but it is essential.   Especially, in IELTS Writing and speaking,...

Getting a good score in IELTS is what every candidate aspires for. Out of all four sections of the test, IELTS Listening is always very challenging for the candidates. But, it is easy to get band 9 in it. Here we have explained how it can be possible for the candidates to get the score they want.&nb...

Gone are the days when the IELTS test takers had to give plenty of their time to get prepared for the test. But, now it is all very simple. There are IELTS preparation websites and applications which can help one get prepared for the test in an easy way. But, you need to select one of the best IELTS...

You must be knowing English but do you speak English well? That is the question you need to answer first. There are many candidates who are good at English. They know grammar. They know how to create sentences. They even write much better, perfect sentences in English but when it comes to speaking, ...

“Is IELTS just the same?” Well, it is not just the same. Find out more.   One of the most favored English language proficiency tests which is taken by a large number of aspirants who would like to study in an English-speaking country or want to move to a foreign country is none ot...

Do you wish to study, work, live in Canada? Well, you will have to take IELTS. IELTS is one of the important documents which you will need for applying to study work, permanent residence in Canada.   Migrating to Canada has become a trend. There are many people (student's, professionals et...

Many students think and also feel that writing test in IELTS is a difficult test. It may be due to the fact that even though candidates know English, yet they are not capable enough to create some effective sentences in English. It is very common that candidates know how to speak impeccable Englis...

Is it good to make use of big words in IELTS speaking test? Will examiner be impressed if you speak fast? There are many questions and there are many don’ts. Listed down are the things you shall not do if you want to score higher in your speaking test.   Say “NO” to mugging...

IELTS Listening test is going to be challenging for you, the test-taker. Whether you are going to take Academics or General, it is just going to be the same for you. Yes, there will be no differences. You will be required to answer 40 questions well within 30 minutes of time. Of course, you will hav...

So, you have taken IELTS this month? Well, how was your experience? What score did you get? Is it what you tried for or is it lesser than what you expected? Well, whatever, if you are thinking of applying for the IELTS second time, we would say, “Wait. Yes, wait and prepare yourself for it fir...

You need to prepare well for the IELTS speaking test. First familiarize yourself with it.   Of course, it is going to take only 11-14 minutes but it is the time full of confusion, anxiety, nervousness for the candidates.   Most of the candidates are prepared for the test. They know w...

Here, we have compiled some of the frequently asked questions in the IELTS Writing Task 2 of Academic IELTS. Generally, same questions are never given in two different tests. But, often, the question is paraphrased or it is tweaked to make it more complex. The candidates are required to understand t...

Wondering how IELTS Test Score is generated? How is it measured? Certainly, band score of 7 or 8 or more than 8 is always the best. This is what many of the candidates would try for. If you are taking IELTS, you will also be expecting to get the same band score, Right?   Understanding More Ab...

IELTS Listening Test is said to be difficult for the candidates who are not prepared for it. Yes, it should be mentioned that only those who are well-trained in all aspects of “Listening Essentials” will be able to get through the test.   So, What is it About The Test?   IE...

IELTS is not going to be easy for you. Yes, that is a fact and it should be accepted. Each and every module with respect to speaking, listening, writing and reading will take you to a route of difficulties where you will find yourself entangled in what can be the right answers for the given question...

Are you going to take IELTS speaking test? Are you prepared for it? Well, if you are not prepared for it then you really need to spend time to equip yourself with all necessary speaking skills which your examiner or interviewer might look for and score you for.   Often, candidates do not mana...

Everything worth doing benefits from proper planning, and taking a test is no exception. The last chance a student has to influence the outcome of a test is the night before they take it. Here are few must-do's to positively affect the outcome of a test.   EAT A WELL-BALANCED MEAL  ...

IELTS is the test you will have to get through if you wish to be in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, UK or in the USA too. IELTS is accepted as the proof of proficiency in English language. If you can get a good score in it then it would mean you are good at English -perfect at all four essential Eng...

Writing is not something like a gifted quality. Majority of the good writers are people who have got themselves trained on how to write effectively. If you are going to take IELTS, then writing test is going to be more difficult for you. You will have to show your writing skills to get through it. ...

IELTS Speaking test is one of the most nerve-racking tests when it comes to IELTS. Facing an interviewer or examiner can be tough. You will be interviewed by a professional, certified speaking test expert. Many of the candidates face trouble when it comes to this face-to-face conversation. They may ...

You may be good at speaking English but are you good at writing? Well, if you think you are and you do not take necessary guidance or tips on how to get through Writing IELTS Test then you are really making a big mistake.   Writing is not something that you are born with. You learn it. Y...

Is it good to make use of big words while speaking to the interviewer during the IELTS speaking test? Does one have to speak fast or speak slowly? Well, you need to know what is needed to get through the test before you take it. Here, we have compiled seven best tips to help you get through it. &nb...

For many test-takers, IELTS reading test can be very tough. It is certainly not enough that you know how to read, not enough to have skills to understand what the passages talk about. The challenging part lies in identifying the right answers and this requires a special set of skills.   Remem...

Anyone you ask and you get this answer for sure: “IELTS listening test is going to be difficult.” Here, we are going to share with you some test-cracking tips, skills you need to have to and be a master of so that you can easily get through this test.   Do you want to get band 9 i...

Well, it is good you are going to take the IELTS. But, which version of IELTS are you going to take? Often, first-time candidates face this problem. They know they have to take IELTS but they do not know which version is more suitable for their purpose because both of these versions serve a particul...

Have you booked the slot for IELTS exam? Are you now worried about how to go about preparing for the test as you do not have enough time? For all those who are looking forward to getting prepared for IELTS in one month, following information can be helpful.   If you have one month or less tha...

English proficiency test such as IELTS has become one of the major requirements for most of the academic as well as immigration steps. Therefore, British council has also come forward to implement new changes in its assessment delivery methods. The council has taken this important initiative to make...

Reading module is very challenging for many IELTS test takers. Especially, Academic reading passages on topics such as technology, science, and other complex topics can be very much difficult to understand. General Training Reading Passages are easy to understand but questions can be tough. If you w...

One common question which almost every IELTS candidate asks is this: “What IELTS accepts – UK or US English Spelling?” If you have a similar question in your mind then this article is for you.   Well, candidates who are going to take the IELTS have the freedom to make use of...

Consider this scenario, you are taking real IELTS Test and you are now confused at a question which asks you to name the city that is the fifth largest city in the state of Texas. With lot of concentration, you have found the right answer. And it is Fort Worth.   But you are still confused, w...

Here, we have listed down some myths that revolve around IELTS.   Myth 1   It Is Not That Difficult   It is never going to be simple for you. Yes, you should know this at the onset itself. If you take it with no seriousness, you may not get a good score you wish to get at it or ...

Writing Test in IELTS is all about how good you are at writing. If you are good at writing, then it is easy for you. If you are not so good at it, then it can be difficult for you. Out of all four skills judged in the IELTS exam, writing is the most difficult one.   Most of the candidates do ...

IELTS Speaking Test will have three simple parts. During Part 1 of the test, you will answer questions related to you, your personal life, your hometown, hobbies, likes, dislikes, aspirations, goals, reasons to study abroad and other similar types of questions.   Here, we have listed down som...

Are you ready for IELTS? You have to get ready for the big day. You shall focus on all four sections. You have to work hard if you want to score good band in this test. You will have to work on all four skills – reading, writing, speaking and listening. You should aim high and shall try for go...

Writing is certainly not a simple task. And for all those IELTS test-takers who have no expertise at it, it can be very difficult for them to write more convincing answer. Writing is all about how good you are at expressing your thoughts in written English. A perfect example of the 9-band score in I...

Be prepared for the test before you take it. Mock tests can help you develop skills you need to get through IELTS.   In the IELTS Reading Test, you may have to deal with different types of questions. There are 14 different types of questions which you shall be aware of and each of these quest...

“Honestly, IELTS Speaking test is what I fear. It is this section of the test which makes me feel nervous. I have already taken IELTS five times since 2018 but have never hit the target score of 7. I do not manage to get the score I need and it is always around 6 or 6.5.”   IELTS ...

So, you have booked the slot for the IELTS and you are now waiting for the exam. You think you have time but then, within a blink of an eye, the day arrives and you wonder what to do. You thought you have enough time for the IELTS preparation but now, you do not. You are now left with the real IELTS...

Are you facing difficulty in dealing with multiple choice questions in listening section of IELTS? Do not worry. This article is aimed at providing tips for IELTS listening-multiple choice questions. Lets us understand the format of questions that are asked in IELTS listening. There are 3 types of...

Want to book IELTS? Well, you must be knowing that IELTS is managed by British Council and IDP Australia in collaboration.   Dispelling doubts   Most of the candidates have this wrong idea about IELTS test booking. They know this fact that the IELTS is administered by the British Cou...

IELTS is an international English test and it is available across the globe. Yes, you've got it right. No matter where you are in the world, you will definitely find test center(s) or information center(s) in your city or country. It is accepted worldwide by a large number of universities or org...

You must be good at writing but do you think your writing skills are just enough to get band score 7 or above in IELTS Writing Test. Whether you are going to take IELTS Academics or IELTS General, you can’t keep yourself aloof from writing test. It shall be mentioned that even people with go...