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IELTS Training - Ten Misused Phrases in the IELTS

ten misused phrases that must be avoided in the IELTS writing and speaking exams

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IELTS Training - Ten Misused Phrases in the IELTS

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  1. www.ieltsexamstips.com Ten Common Misused Phrases in the IELTS IELTS Training 101

  2. The IELTS examination is a paper-based examination gauging an individual’s proficiency in using the English language. The test uses the four language skills – speaking, listening, reading and writing- in measuring one’s competency in the English language. Because of this, candidates for the examination, choose to attend classes in different IELTS review centers that will help them understand the test format and develop their skills better. www.ieltsexamstips.com Intro

  3. www.ieltsexamstips.com ten misused phrasesin the IELTSone should avoid

  4. This phrase is used to emphasize a negative statement on a previous statement. Most of the time, the idea presented following the phrase is somehow not usually accepted (as an idea) but is correct. The idea is to bring an alternative option to the common idea. Example: John Guevarra’s family and relatives were known to excel in the field of medicine and science. They have already put up a lot hospitals and clinic around the globe. On the contrary, John’s brother, Michael, is a certified public accountant. www.ieltsexamstips.com On the contrary

  5. Like on the contrary, this phrase is used to show contradicting ideas. Meaning to say, you are comparing two ideas and you use the expression to show the other side of one idea, not to emphasize your own viewpoint. Example: There has been an increase in the unemployment rate in Cebu City. In contrast, Davao City has seen a 10% increase on the employment rate since 2009. www.ieltsexamstips.com In contrast

  6. When used to is paired with the original form of the verb indicates a past action or condition that existed. For example, you can say, I used tobe a model. It means that in the past you were a model but now you are not. (note: be (highlighted in red) is a verb). Example: I used tolive in a coastal barangay in the Philippines. www.ieltsexamstips.com Used to + verb

  7. If used to is paired with a verb in ~ing, it means that something or an action is not new or strange for you to do. For instance, you say, I am used tousing chopsticks. This means that somebody does not find it strange to use chopsticks. He or she can use it and it is not new for him or her. Example: I used toloving the shore before factories were built here in our place. www.ieltsexamstips.com Used to + verb (ing)

  8. This expression is totally wrong as the right expression says , I couldn’t care less. It means that you do not care much on something because you have no care to give. This is a misused expression commonly heard in conversations. Example: I couldn’t care less on who will win the elections. I am more concerned with my family’s welfare. www.ieltsexamstips.com I could care less

  9. Alternately simply means one after another; hence, it is considered an adverb. On the other hand, alternatively means “on the other hand” one or another. Example: The organization is using the power generated from the sun and the power produced from the grid alternately. Group A is planning to create a vehicle that will use biogas. Alternatively, group B will be responsible for a vehicle that will use solar energy. www.ieltsexamstips.com Alternately and alternatively

  10. This has been quite evident in some writing and this is totally a huge mistake. This should be written as “for all intent and purposes.” Example: For all intent and purposes, a financial statement for all company expenses must be posted on the bulletin board. www.ieltsexamstips.com Intensive purposes

  11. These are okay in informal conversation or writings. However, when writing a formal type of essay, better use the expressions somewhat or slightly. Example: Formal: The left eye is somewhat bigger than the right eye. Informal: The left eye is kind of bigger than the right eye. www.ieltsexamstips.com Kind of and Sort of

  12. This is too words and it makes your sentence wrong. If you mean “because”, settle with “due to”. Therefore, avoid using the said expression. Example: The cliff eroded due to the strong waves from the sea. The cliff eroded because of the strong waves from the sea. www.ieltsexamstips.com Due to the fact that

  13. Redundancy at its peak! “The reason is” should be used rather than this expression. Do not make expressions longer just to sound smart. Example: Lack of practice is one of the reasons whypeople fail the IELTS exam. Most people fail the IELTS exam because of lack of practice. www.ieltsexamstips.com The reason why is because

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  15. IELTS Sample Essay – Brain Drain – http://www.docstoc.com/docs/163370560/ielts-writing---brain-drain IELTS Grammar – Prepositions of, to, for -https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BwIiwLcD96zudVVLazcybXVad1E/edit?usp=sharing Popular IELTS Writing Topics – General Training - http://www.scribd.com/doc/177051451/Popular-IELTS-Writing-Topics-for-General-Training-Module-Task-1 Popular IELTS Speaking Topics - http://issuu.com/jemccoy/docs/ielts_speaking_topics_popular_-_iel www.ieltsexamstips.com You can download the following for free:

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