Formal And Informal Writing

In this post, we will look at the differences between formal and informal writing. Formal and informal language refers to using different forms of language in different situations. For example, in writing, if you were writing an essay for university this would...

How To Write A Complex Sentence

In this post, we will look at how to use complex sentences in your IELTS writing task 2 essay. Being able to include complex sentences in your writing is important because it shows the examiner that you know how to use them effectively. This can increase your band...

How To Write Relevant Examples

In this post, we will look at how to write relevant examples to support your main points in the writing task 2 essay. Being able to write strong examples is important because it shows the examiner that you can logically organise your ideas and support your points with...

How To Use Synonyms

In this post, we will look at how to use synonyms in your writing task 2 essay. To begin with, when you paraphrase text, you read the question then rewrite it in your own words. You should not copy words straight from the question, instead change the order of the...

How To Paraphrase

In this post, we will look at the importance of being able to paraphrase. Paraphrasing is very important in your IELTS writing, not only for the writing test but for all of the other parts of the test too. Being able to paraphrase will show the examiner that you have...

How To Write A Conclusion

In this post, we will look at how to write IELTS writing task 2 conclusions. Being able to write a competent conclusion in your task 2 essay is important because it shows the examiner that you can summarise your main ideas and effectively end the essay.  In the...

How To Think Of Ideas?

In this post, we will look at how to think of ideas for writing task 2 questions. Many of my students struggle to think of ideas when faced with a question, especially when it is on a topic they feel they know little about.  They worry that their examples will not be...