IELTS Writing

Expert guides and strategies for IELTS Writing Task 1 & Task 2

Task 1Essential Guide

How to Ace IELTS Writing Task 1: Complete Guide

Learn the essential strategies for describing charts, graphs, tables, and processes in IELTS Academic Writing Task 1. This comprehensive guide covers all question types with examples and band score criteria.

📊 Chart & Graph Descriptions

Line graphs: Identify trends, peaks, and troughs
Bar charts: Compare data across categories
Pie charts: Describe proportions and percentages
Tables: Organize information systematically

🔄 Process & Map Descriptions

Natural processes: Life cycles, water cycle, etc.
Manufacturing processes: Step-by-step production
Maps: Describe changes over time or location comparisons

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Task 2Essential Guide

IELTS Writing Task 2 Essays: Strategies for Band 7+

Master the art of writing compelling IELTS Task 2 essays. Learn to structure opinion, discussion, problem-solution, and two-part question essays with clear arguments and strong examples.

Opinion Essays

"To what extent do you agree or disagree?" - Learn to present a clear position with supporting arguments.

Discussion Essays

"Discuss both views..." - Present balanced arguments before stating your opinion.

Problem-Solution

Identify problems clearly and propose practical, well-explained solutions.

Advantages-Disadvantages

Compare pros and cons objectively before reaching a conclusion.

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❌ Common IELTS Writing Mistakes to Avoid

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Not Answering the Question Fully

Make sure you address all parts of the question. Missing even one part can significantly reduce your score.

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Memorized Examples

Examiners can spot memorized content. Use relevant, specific examples tailored to the question.

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Poor Time Management

Spend 20 minutes on Task 1 and 40 minutes on Task 2. Practice with a timer to build speed.

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Repetitive Vocabulary

Use synonyms and paraphrasing to demonstrate lexical range. Avoid repeating the same words.

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Unclear Paragraphing

Each paragraph should have one clear main idea. Use topic sentences and logical connectors.

🎯 IELTS Writing Band Score Criteria

Task Achievement / Response

Address all parts of the task with relevant, developed ideas

Coherence & Cohesion

Logical organization with clear progression and appropriate linking

Lexical Resource

Range of vocabulary with accurate word choice and collocation

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

Variety of structures with mostly error-free sentences

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