Speaking
Guides, tips and worked answers for IELTS Speaking.
IELTS Speaking Topics 2026 (With Answers Part 1, 2 and 3)
Backed by popular demand, I am bringing to you the most common IELTS Speaking Topics for 2026 covering Part 1, Part 2 (Cue Card) and Part 3, the analytical part! Best part? This Ultimate guide also comes with Band 7+ answers to all questions. There you go; a study bank of the most common questions
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Exciting Films Vocabulary for IELTS
Films Vocabulary for IELTS: The Ultimate Guide for Writing and Speaking Success When was the last time you watched that movie in the theatre? How about the new season that just dropped on Netflix you plan on binge watching? Like me, I’m sure you must have enjoyed a movie or two recently. And YOUR ability
[Video] IELTS Speaking Mock Test | Band 6.0
Preparing for the IELTS Speaking test can be challenging, specifically when you’re unsure about where you’re going wrong. Mock tests are one of the most effective ways to assess your speaking skills and understand what you need to work on to achieve your desired band score. In this blog, I’ll share a real-life mock test
50+ Delicious Words to Enrich Your Culinary and Food Vocabulary for IELTS
Food Vocabulary for IELTS Writing and Speaking Food is a universal language, and it’s also a common topic in IELTS Speaking and Writing exams. Whether you’re discussing your favorite cuisine, describing a memorable meal, or analyzing a food-related text, a strong vocabulary can significantly boost your score. In this blog post, we’ll delve into a
IELTS Speaking: Which Part is the MOST Important?
IELTS Speaking All parts of the IELTS Speaking are important, however the second part carries a LOT of weight. That’s because you are giving a 1-2 minute speech about a topic you will be getting in the IELTS Speaking Part 2. But rest assured, you will be graded based on 4 marking criteria for all
IELTS Speaking Part 3: Topics, Questions & Band 7+ Sample Answers (2026)
By Yasir Saeed | IELTS Trainer & Co-founder, IELTSKaro | IELTS Speaking: 8.5 | Updated: 2025 IELTS Speaking Part 3 is where band scores are made or broken. It is the section that most clearly separates candidates who score Band 6 from those who score Band 7 and above. Part 3 asks you to think
IELTS Speaking Part 2: Cue Card Topics, Notes & Sample Answers (2026)
By Yasir Saeed | IELTS Trainer & Co-founder, IELTSKaro | IELTS Speaking: 8.0 | Updated: 2026 Of the three parts of the IELTS Speaking test, Part 2 is the one that scares candidates the most. Speaking for two uninterrupted minutes on a topic you have never seen before, with only one minute to prepare, sounds
IELTS Speaking Part 1 Made Easy! Topics, Questions & Sample Answers for Every Band Score (2026 Guide)
By Yasir Saeed | IELTS Trainer & Co-founder, IELTSKaro | Updated: March 2026 If you have ever sat across from an IELTS examiner and gone completely blank when asked something as simple as ‘Do you like cooking?’, trust me, you are not alone. Speaking Part 1 feels deceptively easy, and that is exactly what trips
What is the IELTS Speaking Test? Format, Marking Criteria & Band Scores (2026) Updated
By Yasir Saeed | IELTS Trainer & Co-founder, IELTSKaro | IELTS Speaking: 8.5 | Updated: 2026 The IELTS Speaking test is the last part of your IELTS exam and is the same for both Academic and General Training candidates, same format, marking criteria and band score scale. It is an interview with a certified examiner
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