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Describe a Time When You Encouraged Someone to Do Something | IELTS Speaking Cue Card Jan–Apr 2026
Describe a time when you encouraged someone to do someone to do something that he/she didn’t want to do Vocab/Idioms Well, to begin with, encouraging a person to do something he or she is scared of is really not a piece of cake. Here, I’d like to talk about a time when I motivated one […]
Describe a Time When You Were Waiting for Something Special | IELTS Cue Card Jan–Apr 2026 (Band 7+)
Describe a time when you are waiting for something special that would happen You should say: Vocab/ Idioms Well, everyone goes through moments in life when they wait eagerly for something important, and here I’d like to talk about a time when I was waiting for my final exam results. I was waiting at my […]
Describe an occasion when you were not allowed to use your mobile phone
Describe an occasion when you were not allowed to use your mobile phone Vocab and Idioms Well, in this day and age, life without a smartphone is almost unimaginable because it has become an inseparable part of our daily routine. However, today I’d like to talk about an occasion when I was not allowed to […]
IELTS GT Letter Writing: Band 6 to Band 9 Faulty Purchase Letter (150–170 Words)
Band 6 ➝ Band 9 IELTS GT Letter Writing Top 7 Tips to Get Band 9 in IELTS GT Letter Writing 1. Identify the Letter Type in 10 Seconds Before writing, decide: Wrong tone = band drops immediately 2. Write a Crystal-Clear Purpose in the First Sentence Your opening line must answer WHY you are […]
IELTS GT Letter Writing: Recently Migrated to Another Country (Band 7+)
You have recently migrated to another country. Now write a letter to your friend to describe your present life. In your letter, say: Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear …………….., Dear Rahul, I hope you are doing well. I have been meaning to write to […]
IELTS General Training Letter: Requesting Manager for Permission to Give a Presentation (Band 7 Sample)
You recently attended a conference and you would like to give a presentation in your office about the information you gained by attending the conference. Write a letter to your manager asking for permission to give a presentation. In your letter: Write at least 150 words. Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to request your permission […]
IELTS General Training Letter to School Principal for Child Admission | Band 7 Sample
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Your family is going to move to another town. Write a letter to the Principal of a local school asking if they will accept your son. Describe his academic achievements and scope of interests. Dear Sir or Madam, Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to enquire about […]
IELTS General Writing Task 1: Letter to the Editor About Shopping Facilities
You normally go shopping in the area where you live. However, you think some of the facilities for shoppers could be improved. Write a letter to your local newspaper. In your letter: Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to express my views regarding the shopping facilities in our local area. Overall, shopping here is […]
IELTS Writing Task 1 Letter: Asking for Assignment Extension (Band 7+ Sample Answer)
Your university lecturer gave you an assignment. You won’t be able to submit your assignment on time. Write to your lecturer asking for an extension. In the letter You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear …………….., I am writing to request an extension for the […]
IELTS General Writing Task 1 Letter: Friend Looking After Your House (Band 7+ Sample)
Dear Simran, I hope this letter finds you well! I’m so grateful that you’ve agreed to look after my house while I’m away this summer. I’ll be traveling to [destination, e.g., Italy] for a few weeks to explore its beautiful culture, history, and cuisine. I’m really excited about this trip but feel much more at […]
IELTS GT Writing Task 1: Informal Letter – Advice About Learning a New Sport (Band 7+ Sample)
Your English speaking friend who lives in your town has asked for your advice about learning a new sport. Write an email to your friend. In your email, recommend a new sport that you would be suitable for your friend to learn explain how your friend could learn this sport suggest that you both learn […]
IELTS GT Letter Writing Task: Complaint Letter for Bad Flight Experience (Band 7+)
You had traveled by air and had an unpleasant flight. Write a letter to the airline company Manager about the following: Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to express my dissatisfaction with my recent flight with your airline. I traveled on [Flight Number] from [Departure City] to [Destination] on [Date], and unfortunately, my experience was far […]
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