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Marking Criteria
The marking criteria will take into account the following features of your speaking ability:
Fluency and Coherence
Can you keep speaking without too much hesitation and repetition?
Can you use linking words to connect your ideas?
Lexical Resource
Is your vocabulary wide enough to cover most of the topics?
Can you use less common vocabulary?
If you forget a word, can you still explain your point using other words?
Grammatical Range and Accuracy
Can you use complex sentences or only simple sentences?
Are you able to produce some sentences without grammar errors?
Pronunciation
Do you manage to pronounce most words so that the examiner can understand you?
Can you maintain rhythm and vary your intonation when you speak?
To see more information on the different bands for speaking
download the full public band descriptors for the Speaking Test
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Home
Prepare Writing
What are examiners looking for?
Tips for the writing paper
Which IELTS Test should I take?
>
Approaching Task 1 (Academic)
>
Describing Charts and Graphs
Describing Tables
Describing Processes
Approaching Task 1 (General)
>
Writing an informal letter
Writing a formal letter
Approaching Task 2 (Academic & General)
>
Discursive Essay
Problem/Solution Essay
Analysing Essay Answers
Prepare Speaking
What is the examiner looking for?
Tips for the speaking paper
Working with an examiner
>
Understanding Part 1
Understanding Part 2
Understanding Part 3
Answering Questions About IELTS
General advice about IELTS
Advice for reading
Advice for listening
Advice for speaking
Advice for writing
About Us