IELTS Speaking for Success

🔎 Idiomatic language in IELTS

Apr 5, 2021
Dive into the fascinating world of idioms and their role in the IELTS exam. Discover what idioms are and learn if they're formal or informal. Find out whether you should use them in IELTS writing and how to effectively remember them. The discussion covers the evolution of weather-related idioms and highlights the importance of adapting both old and new expressions. Plus, enjoy examples that make idiomatic language fun and engaging!
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Live Phrasal Verb Demonstration

  • Maria and Rory demonstrate replacing simple phrases with phrasal verbs.
  • Examples include 'take up snowboarding', 'worn out', and 'look forward to'.
ADVICE

Find Current Idioms With Reliable Resources

  • Find idioms using the English Vocabulary Profile and idiom dictionaries.
  • Prefer sources that show current usage and provide practice exercises.
ADVICE

Fish Idioms From Topic Articles

  • Read topical articles and blogs to collect idioms actually used on the topic.
  • Use those real-world examples to paraphrase and vary your exam language.
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