Tips and Tricks for the IELTS Speaking Test.

Getting nervous and losing confidence during speaking test day is quite common. But the good news is that following and practicing the tips and tricks given by the expert Cosmo IELTS trainers can elevate confidence and competency among aspiring candidates.

As you are aware, both IELTS on paper and IELTS on the computer, the face-to-face Speaking test comprises three parts. And, you can be better prepared by understanding what happens in these three parts of the Speaking test.

In Part 1, you will have a 4 to 5-minute conversation with an IELTS examiner about yourself. This conversation covers topics like work, family, home, and hobbies. Whereas, part 2 has one topic in which you will be speaking of that topic for the two minutes. And, in part 3 of the speaking test, the examiner will ask questions relevant to the topic of part 2 and this part takes approximately 4 to 5 minutes.

In summary, to excel in the IELTS Speaking test, focus on speaking fluently, elaborating on your answers, and expanding your vocabulary. Practice regularly, familiarize yourself with common topics, and don't be afraid to pause and think before answering.

Here's a more detailed breakdown of tips and tricks to help you ace the IELTS Speaking test:

Tips and Tricks for the IELTS Speaking Test :

1. Practice Regularly and Speak as often as possible:

• Daily English Practice:

  Make an effort to speak English every day, even if it's just for a few minutes, it will help the candidate improve comfort and fluency.

• Engage in Conversations:

  Make sure to practice speaking with friends, family, or language partners to gain confidence and improve your conversational skills.

• Warm up your English:

  This can be done by doing a 24-hour English warm-up by reading out aloud and practicing rephrasing.

2. Expand Your Vocabulary:

• Learn New Words:

  One of the best ways to build a strong vocabulary is by reading, listening to English podcasts, and watching English movies or TV shows.

• Use a Thesaurus for synonyms and antonyms:

  Whenever you encounter a word, you don't know, look it up in a thesaurus to find synonyms and alternative ways to express yourself.

• Look for common Phrasal Verbs and Idioms:

  Learn common phrasal verbs and idioms to sound more natural and native-like.

3. Improve Fluency and Coherence:

• Practice Timed Responses:

  Set a timer and practice speaking on a topic for a set amount of time to improve your ability to speak fluently and coherently. 

• Learn to Elaborate on Your Answers:

  Don't just answer the question; provide reasons, examples, and personal opinions to demonstrate your ability to elaborate and develop your ideas. 

• Use Transition Words:

  Use transition words and phrases to connect your ideas and make your speech flow more smoothly. 

• Take Time to Think:

  Don't rush your answers. Pause to think and organize your thoughts before speaking.

4. Familiarize Yourself with Common Topics:

• Review Past Questions:

  It is always helpful to familiarize yourself with common IELTS Speaking topics and questions by reviewing past question papers and sample answers.

• Practice Speaking on Different Topics:

  Practice speaking on a variety of topics, including personal experiences, opinions, and abstract ideas. 

5. Understand the Marking Criteria:

• Familiarize Yourself with the Criteria:

  Understand the IELTS Speaking marking criteria, which include fluency and coherence, lexical resource, grammatical range and accuracy, and pronunciation.

• Focus on All marking Criteria:

  Make sure you focus on all aspects of the marking criteria, not just one or two.

6. The following are tips for the day of the speaking test:

• Listen Carefully: 

  Pay close attention to the examiner's questions and prompts. 

• Ask for Clarification:

   If you don't understand a question, don't be afraid to ask for clarification.

• Don't Memorize Answers:

  Avoid memorizing answers, as this can make your speech sound unnatural and robotic. 

• Be Conversational:

  Engage naturally and conversationally with the examiner. 

• Don't Worry About Your Accent:

  Focus on clarity and intelligibility, not on trying to sound like a native speaker. 

• Avoid Fillers:

   Try to avoid using fillers like "um" or "ah" when you don't know what to say. 

• Don't Give Up:

  If you make a mistake, don't panic. Just continue speaking and try to correct yourself.

Therefore, regular practice, and working on tips from experts can ensure a higher band in IELTS speaking tests. At Cosmo IELTS school the students get guidance and support from experienced and certified faculty where they experience state-of-the-art infrastructure and updated learning material. Thus, if you are aspiring for the IELTS test, Cosmo IELTS school is the best training institute for higher bands.