IELTS Speaking
Build fluency, confidence, and pronunciation with 1-on-1 mock interviews and real-time feedback from certified examiners.
11-14 min
Duration
3
Parts
Yes
Face-to-Face
25%
Band Weight
Speaking Test Structure
The speaking test is divided into three parts, each testing different aspects of your spoken English.
Part 1: Introduction & Interview
4-5 minAnswer general questions about yourself, your home, work, studies, and interests. This lasts 4-5 minutes.
Part 2: Long Turn
3-4 minSpeak for 1-2 minutes on a given topic card. You have 1 minute to prepare. This tests your ability to speak at length.
Part 3: Discussion
4-5 minA deeper discussion on topics related to Part 2. The examiner asks abstract questions requiring analysis and opinion.
Assessment Criteria
Examiners score your speaking across four categories. Here's what they look for.
Fluency & Coherence
Speak smoothly with logical flow of ideas
Lexical Resource
Use a wide range of vocabulary appropriately
Grammatical Range
Use both simple and complex structures accurately
Pronunciation
Clear pronunciation, intonation, and stress patterns
Common Topics
Familiarize yourself with frequently appearing topics to build relevant vocabulary and ideas.
Pro tip:Don't just memorise answers for specific topics. Examiners can tell. Instead, build flexible vocabulary that you can adapt to any topic.
Ready to speak with confidence?
Practice 1-on-1 with certified IELTS examiners and get detailed feedback on all four criteria.