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Preparation

The difference between metaphors and similes

Similes and metaphors are often confused with one another. In this article, we look at some examples to illustrate the differences.

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Preparation

The difference between antonyms and synonyms

Looking to build your vocabulary for the IELTS test? How about you start with antonyms and synonyms.

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Preparation
Writing

Common IELTS mistakes (part 2): Writing

In part 2 of this series, we look at some common mistakes test takers make in the Writing component of the IELTS test.

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Test day
Reading

IELTS Dos and Don'ts - Be your best on test day

Booked in for an IELTS test? Follow these do's and don'ts to give yourself the best chance of a high band score.

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Preparation
Listening

Common IELTS mistakes (part 1): Dealing with figures

In this article, we look at common mistakes test takers make when dealing with numbers and figures.

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Preparation
Listening

IELTS Listening Test: Sentence Completion Questions

Learn how to answer IELTS Listening questions that ask you to complete a sentence with missing words or numbers

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Preparation
Reading

IELTS Reading: Top Tips for Understanding New Vocabulary Through Context

Boost your IELTS Reading confidence with our guide to tackling unfamiliar vocabulary.

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Preparation

Collocation meaning and examples: Use these combinations on your test

A collocation is two or more words that occur frequently together. Read this article to learn more.

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Preparation
Writing

IELTS Writing Task 2: How to Present Your Position

What’s your stance? Get tips on how to express and support your point of view in your IELTS essay.

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Preparation
Listening

Master IELTS Listening Map Labelling

Get advice on IELTS Listening map labelling with IELTS expert Rocco Nigro.