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PreparationEnglish Vocabulary List of Planets in the Solar System
The planets in the solar system in English include: Earth, Venus, Mercury, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn... Let's find out with IDP!
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PTE Academic vs IELTS Academic: computer-delivered tests
Deciding between PTE and IELTS? Compare the formats and scoring to find the best fit for your needs to achieve your desired PTE score or IELTS band score.
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PreparationWhat is "By the Time"? How to Use the "By the Time" Structure in English
Discover how to use the structure "by the time" in English accurately and clearly with this detailed guide from IDP.
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PreparationDescribe a Piece of Clothing You Enjoy Wearing – IELTS Speaking Part 2 and 3
Join IDP in exploring a sample answer for the IELTS Speaking Part 2 topic "Describe a piece of clothing you enjoy wearing" in this article.
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PreparationHow to Use a Keyword Table Effectively in the IELTS Reading Test
Join IDP to explore how to apply the Keyword Table method effectively in the IELTS Reading test to improve your accuracy and reading skills.
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PreparationDescribe an Occasion When You Waited a Long Time for a Nice Thing - IELTS Speaking Part 2 and 3
Join IDP to explore the arguments that will help you score points in the topic “Describe an occasion when you waited a long time for a nice thing”!
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PreparationDescribe a time when you helped a child - IELTS Speaking Part 2, 3
Let’s explore with IDP the ideas, vocabulary to help you excel in the IELTS Speaking topic “Describe a time when you helped a child.”
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PreparationEffective Tips for Learning English Collocations
Discover practical tips to memorize English collocations quickly, helping you gain confidence in communication and perform better in IELTS exams.
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PreparationDescribe a famous city that you think is interesting - IELTS Speaking Part 2, 3
Join IDP to explore key ideas, advanced vocabulary that can help you ace the IELTS Speaking topic “Describe a famous city that you think is interesting.”
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PreparationDescribe a Park or a Garden in Your City – IELTS Speaking Part 2 & 3
Explore useful ideas, vocabulary with IDP to help you ace the topic "Describe a park or a garden in your city" in the IELTS Speaking test.
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