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LTS Speaking Part 1
LTS Speaking Part 1
July 8, 2012 IELTSAcademic
In the interview part of the IELTS Speaking test (Part 1), you’re simply asked questions
about yourself and other familiar topics. The examiner will be listening for how well you
express yourself in a few words or sentences.
Of course, you should try to do more than simply answer the question if you want to
achieve a high score. The following useful language will give you ideas
for expanding an answer by talking about the past, present and future. It will also help
you speak more fluently and with an awareness of collocation and idiomatic speech.
Some idiomatic expressions are explained in parentheses.
Giving an example
For example, …
A good example is …
Maybe you’ve heard of …
Describing frequency
Every other day, … (= Frequently)
Once in a while, … (= Occasionally)
Once in a blue moon, … (= Rarely)
Adding more
Also, …
Another thing (as well) is …
What else? Oh, I …
Expressing a hope
But I’d like to try it if I ever get the chance.
But it would be nice to try it someday.
But hopefully luck will shine on me one day. (= Hopefully I’ll get the chance.)
Finishing
So, that’s a bit about my …
Anyway, that’s my …
So, to cut a long story short, … (= To sum up)