IELTS grammar
You should have a good understanding of grammar rules to score well in IELTS writing. There is no grammar section in the IELTS test, so why should you learn it? Well, it is true...
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Different ways of writing a sentence
By using different sentence patterns we can express the same idea in several different ways. Study the following sentences. They all mean the same, but they have different structures. Susan, who is working hard,...
Joining two sentences with an adjective
You can use several different techniques to combine two simple sentences into one. The most important methods of sentence synthesis are explained in the following lessons.
IELTS essays: common grammar mistakes to avoid
According to We do not give our own opinions with ‘according to’. Compare: According to scientists, music can heal. In my opinion, music can heal. (NOT According to me, music can heal.) Adjectives: order...
Common expressions without articles
In some fixed expressions, countable nouns are used without articles. Examples are: To school / at school / in school (US) / from school I am going to school. (NOT I am going to...
How to use tenses correctly in your IELTS essays and letters?
Use different grammatical constructions in your IELTS letters and essays. Sticking to just one tense is a great mistake. By using different grammatical structures you can add variety and sophistication to your writing and...
Linking words: generalising
Linking words ensure the continuity of thought. They add sophistication and variety to your writing. There are several linking words in English. Some of them merely add information or arguments to what has already...
Mistakes with prepositions
In each of the pairs of sentences given below, one is correct and the other is wrong. Find out the correct one. 1. a) I am ill since last week. / b) I have...
