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Should you use idioms in your IELTS speaking test?
Manage episode 364089023 series 2666548
Hey! One of the criteria to score a 7.0 or higher in the IELTS speaking test is being able to show good use of "idiomatic language". But, what is idiomatic language, and when should you introduce it into your vocabulary. Join Nick and I today to discuss
- the path that most English language learners take when they are learning lexis
- when idioms should be introduced
- the problems second-language learners face when using idioms
- which idioms we fee could be useful for IELTS test-takers
And finally, we introduce you to another type of idiomatic language that could be more useful in your exam than pure idioms.
Useful Links
- Join our next intensive speaking course: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/speaking
- Introduction to IELTS Speaking http://blog.myieltsclassroom.com/introduction-to-ielts-speaking/
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- IELTS Video courses: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/writing
- IELTS Essay Corrections:https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/marking
- IELTS Speaking lessons: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/speaking
- Free blog lessons: http://blog.myieltsclassroom.com
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165 episodes
Manage episode 364089023 series 2666548
Hey! One of the criteria to score a 7.0 or higher in the IELTS speaking test is being able to show good use of "idiomatic language". But, what is idiomatic language, and when should you introduce it into your vocabulary. Join Nick and I today to discuss
- the path that most English language learners take when they are learning lexis
- when idioms should be introduced
- the problems second-language learners face when using idioms
- which idioms we fee could be useful for IELTS test-takers
And finally, we introduce you to another type of idiomatic language that could be more useful in your exam than pure idioms.
Useful Links
- Join our next intensive speaking course: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/speaking
- Introduction to IELTS Speaking http://blog.myieltsclassroom.com/introduction-to-ielts-speaking/
Rate and review My IELTS Classroom
If you are on Apple Podcasts, help us to help more people just like you by rating and reviewing our show. Reviews let other students - just like you - find our information-packed episodes and start their IELTS journey in the best possible way.
Remember, My IELTS Classroom offers a range of IELTS services:
- IELTS Video courses: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/writing
- IELTS Essay Corrections:https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/marking
- IELTS Speaking lessons: https://www.myieltsclassroom.com/pages/speaking
- Free blog lessons: http://blog.myieltsclassroom.com
- Free Podcast episodes: https://myieltsclassroom.buzzsprout.com
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