IELTS, TOEIC, Cambridge, and TOEFL are huge, global brands for English certification examsand there may be some confusion on how they stack up against each other. This can be further complicated by all the incomplete information available on the internet. For example, in my quest for a simple resource that compares all the exams, I…
Phrasal Verbs are a great tool for developing a natural sounding English. Native speakers have a strong preference for using them in casual conversation. If you want to start, why not start at home? Phrasal Verbs for Cleaning Throw away Take out / Put out (the trash) Pick up Put away Hang up (clothes, laundry,…
State verbs are a fundamental piece of English grammar. They might seem a bit nit-picky, but the truth is that they are absolutely essential if you want to progress in your understanding of the English language. Not only that, but state verbs are the key to much of your confusion and frustration with the English…
Table of Contents What is the Cambridge B2 First / FCE Exam? The Cambridge First Certificate (FCE) exam, also known as B2 First, is a comprehensive English language exam that tests a candidate’s ability to use English in a wide range of different situations. It is targeted to candidates who have an intermediate to upper-intermediate…
What is IELTS? IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is an English language test that measures the language proficiency of people who want to study, work, or migrate where English is the language of communication. There are two versions of the IELTS test: the Academic version and the General Training version. The Academic version is…
There are many English words that can be confusing, especially for English language learners. The good news is that most people follow the context of the conversation and their brains automatically substitute the correct word. So, even if you make a mistake, many people won’t notice it. However, learning these words will still make things…
Tall or High? These 2 words mean essentially the same thing. What’s more, we often use them interchangeably. However, there are some differences which luckily follow some simple rules. Up Both ‘tall’ and ‘high’ refer to something that is up and usually more ‘up’ than most things Skinny or Fat? high = things that are…
These verbs are perfect for you if you feel that you are always saying the same words in your job interview or CV / resume. Perhaps you feel like you’re using the word ‘manage’ too often. Or maybe you have the sensation that the words you are using don’t describe specifically enough. If so, then…
The IELTS test consists of the reading, listening, writing, and speaking sections. The writing section is divided into Task 1 and Task 2. In this guide, we will discuss Writing Task 1: Outline Scoring Sample Overall writing strategy Types of questions Writing strategies for each question type Outline Time: 20 minutesLength: 150 wordsTask: You will…
You’re in a tiny room in the middle of your IELTS speaking test, and things are going well. You’re prepared, poised, and polished, and your responses are on the mark. Then, the IELTS examiner asks you a seemingly innocent, harmless question: “Tell me about your favourite sports team”. It’s not a difficult question; not by…
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