If you want to perform well in IELTS Speaking test, this article is one of the must-read posts. Today, we will go through IELTS Speaking Advice for Part 2.
You may miss IELTS tips for part 1 and 3, do not worry, you can read here: IELTS Speaking Advice for Part 1 and IELTS Speaking Advice for Part 3.
Below are 14 points of Speaking advice for beginners
Number 1
In part 2, you have one minute to think about the topic and organize your mind. The examiner will give you a piece of paper and a pencil to take notes because speaking for two minutes without stopping is not easy.
The biggest mistake students make is not to take notes. Candidates who do not take notes often say, “Uh. I think may be, um,… well,…, Ur…, It seems to me, …”. “Um and Uh” are the sign of hesitations. It means you are not sure of what to say or you do not have any ideas to express.
In both cases, you are most likely to lose scores with long pauses and hesitations. Therefore, use notes to help you organize your mind and ideas, remember what to say and how to say.
Number 2
In this part. use P.R.E.P.” method. Start with “P”- make one sentence about your main Point/ topic. Then give two or three sentences to provide “R”, a Reason.
You need to support your ideas. Next give “E”, an Example. Describe the example using two or three sentences. Finish by repeating “P”. your main points, but use a different sentence. If you have extra time, give a second example.
Number 3
Do not memorize answers to prepare for the test. The interviewer has enough experience to recognize that you are not speaking naturally and will change the subject or give you a lower score.
Number 4
Avoid short, ” , “no” answers.
Number 5
Explain names or words which are in another language. For example, if you are asked to speak about a festival, which involves using words in your language, say the words clearly and give the meaning so the examiner can follow your expressions.
Number 6
Try to make good sentences to make good impression. For example, in part I, if you give easy answers, the examiner can not be sure of your level whether you are Band 4 or may be and 5. But if you give good and specific answers with short explanations, the examiner will think you could be Band 6 or even Band 7.
Number 7
Keep a steady pace. Do not speak too fast or too slow.
Number 8
Do not take so much time. Two sentences for each answer are usually enough. If you have a long time introduction, the examiner may think you do not know how to answer the questions.
Number 9
Remember you do not need to present true ideas or facts. Some times, you do not have any personal idea or example on a certain topic to say. Avoid words such as: I have no idea. I don’t know what to say, etc. Try to make up your own story related to the topic and explain the connection. For example, if you are asked to talk about a foreign country you have been to, but in fact you have never visited a foreign country before, try to make your own story.
Number 10
Do not worry about the time. Try to organize your conversation for about 2 minutes but the examiner will stop you when time is up.
Number 11
Record yourself. Play the recordings back to see how easy you are to understand and how you could improve. You should practice one or two topics every day before your exam.
Number 12
Avoid using slang or very informal language.
Number 13
Use easy words and expressions if you are not very confident.
Number 14
Remember to practice. Use a watch; give yourself one minute to take notes on a topic, and then two minutes to make four or five sentences to express your ideas on the topic. Make sure to provide answers to all of the questions in Part 2.