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Describe a person who often buy at the street market at cheaper pricePreparation

Describe a person who often buy at the street market at cheaper price - IELTS Speaking Part 2, 3

Discover the key points and vocabulary that will help you score high on the topic Describe a person who often buy at the street market at cheaper price.

09 September 2025
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Spill the teaPreparation

What Does Spill the Tea Mean Definition Usage and Synonyms

Discover the meaning of the idiom Spill the tea, its origin and how to use this idiom in communication situations, especially in the IELTS test.

08 September 2025
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SimilesPreparation

What Are Similes How To Use Comparisons In English

In addition to solid vocabulary and grammar, applying rhetorical devices such as Similes will help make your IELTS test more vivid and impressive.

05 September 2025
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Sequencing wordsPreparation

Sequencing words là gì? Cách sử dụng Từ nối tuần tự trong IELTS Writing

What types of Sequencing words are there and how to use them to score points in the IELTS Writing test? Let's find out the details in this article with IDP.

28 August 2025
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Bite the bulletPreparation

Idiom Bite the Bullet Meaning Origin and Usage

What is bite the bullet, when is it used, and what other phrases can be used instead? Let's find out with IDP in the article below!

26 August 2025
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Maximize your IELTS preparation: How our English self-assessment tool can help

Check your English level before you take IELTS. Get personalised suggestions on how to prepare.

25 August 2025
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Describe a place where you thought things were too expensivePreparation

Describe a place where you thought things were too expensive - IELTS Speaking Part 2, 3

How to present the topic Describe a place where you thought things were too expensive, from topic analysis, reference outline, sample essay

22 August 2025
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Outline essayPreparation

What is an Essay Outline How to Write an Outline for IELTS Writing Task 2

What is an outline essay? How to write an outline for each type of question in IELTS Writing to save time and get a high score? Let's find out with IDP.

21 August 2025
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AssimilationPreparation

What is Assimilation? The Role of Assimilation in English Pronunciation

Discover what Assimilation is, common forms of assimilation and how to improve your English communication skills in the IELTS exam.

19 August 2025
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Describe an enjoyable journey by public transportPreparation

Describe an enjoyable journey by public transport - IELTS Speaking Part 2, 3

Pocket now impressive grammar structures, vocabulary and tips to conquer the topic Describe an enjoyable journey by public transport in the IELTS exam

18 August 2025
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