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Build confident IELTS Speaking skills

Use this directory to understand Parts 1–3, explore common topics, learn the assessment criteria and study sample answers.

Three-part interview formatAll four scoring criteriaTopics and sample answers

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3 test parts · 4 scoring criteria · sample answers
  1. 01FoundationStart here
    Overview

    Understand the IELTS Speaking test format, Parts 1–3, timing, assessment criteria and practical ways to develop natural, well-structured answers.

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  2. 02Test structure
    Test Parts

    Learn what happens in IELTS Speaking Parts 1, 2 and 3, how long each part takes and what the examiner expects from your answers.

  3. 03Practice topics
    Topics and Questions

    Explore IELTS Speaking topics and questions organised by Parts 1, 2 and 3, with guidance on how to practise each question effectively.

  4. Apply what you learnPractise Speaking in a realistic IELTS environment.Limited practice is free. No card required.
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  5. 04Scoring skills
    Assessment Criteria

    Understand the four IELTS Speaking assessment criteria: fluency and coherence, lexical resource, grammar and pronunciation.

  6. 05Model responses
    Sample Answers

    Study IELTS Speaking sample answers for Parts 1, 2 and 3 and understand how effective responses develop ideas naturally and clearly.

  7. 06Error correction
    Common IELTS Speaking Mistakes

    Identify common IELTS Speaking mistakes involving short answers, memorised responses, fluency, vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation—and fix them.

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