IELTS Writing

Your IELTS body paragraph has three relevant ideas, but each gets only one sentence. By the end, the reader knows what you think but has little idea why. In my video, I use a question about whether the advantages of learning a foreign language in primary school outweigh the disadvantages...

An IELTS essay question may ask about education, technology, work, or the environment. You might look at the topic and think: “I don’t know enough about this.” You don’t need expert knowledge. You need to answer the question with relevant ideas and explain them clearly. These practice examples show how to do that.

250 words is the minimum for IELTS Writing Task 2. But word count is only one part of your answer. You also need to answer the question, explain your ideas, and organize them clearly. My practical suggestion is to aim for around 260–270 words, then leave time to check your work.

Imagine my IELTS test is in seven days. My Writing score is stuck at Band 6, but I need Band 7. I wouldn't waste time memorizing advanced vocabulary or writing endless essays. Instead, I would focus on the mistakes that are costing me marks and practice correcting them. Here’s exactly what I would do.

A good IELTS Writing Task 2 introduction doesn't need to be long or complicated. In most cases, two sentences are enough. In most cases, two sentences are enough: one to introduce the topic in your own words and another to answer the question. The problem is that many candidates either copy too much of the question, use unnatural paraphrases, or fail to make their position clear.

Struggling to write enough in your body paragraphs? One of the most common problems in IELTS Writing Task 2 is having a relevant idea but not knowing what to write about it. You make a point, add a sentence or two, and then get stuck. Or you introduce a new idea because you can’t think of anything else to say.

You write an IELTS essay, check your grammar, learn a few new expressions, and try again. But when you get your result, your Writing score is still Band 6. The problem may be hiding in your essays.

You need to paraphrase the question in IELTS Writing Task 1, but you shouldn’t change every single word. When you replace every word with a synonym, your sentence can sound strange or unnatural.

Good Cohesion and Coherence in IELTS Writing Task 1 is about more than using linking words. Learn simple ways to organise information, make clear comparisons, and create stronger connections between your sentences.