25 consejos probados

Consejos IELTS Writingde candidatos Band 8+

Aprende las estrategias que separan ensayos medios de Band 7+. De examinadores y candidatos exitosos.

Gestión del tiempo (¡crítico!)

Task 1: 20 Minutes

• 3 min: Analyze the chart/graph
• 2 min: Write introduction
• 3 min: Write overview
• 10 min: Two body paragraphs
• 2 min: Review and check

Task 2: 40 Minutes

• 5 min: Plan your essay (brainstorm + outline)
• 5 min: Write introduction
• 12 min: Body paragraph 1
• 12 min: Body paragraph 2
• 4 min: Conclusion
• 2 min: Review

25 consejos esenciales

Always write an overview in Task 1

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Never copy the question word-for-word

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Write at least 150 words for Task 1

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Write at least 250 words for Task 2

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Take 5 minutes to plan Task 2

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Use specific examples in every body paragraph

Leave 2 minutes at the end to review

Don't write your opinion in Task 1

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Always include your opinion in Task 2

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Use formal language (no contractions)

11.

Write in paragraphs, not bullet points

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12.

Use linking words between sentences

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Don't memorize model essays

14.

Practice with timed conditions

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Learn 5 synonyms for common words

16.

Check your spelling in the last 2 minutes

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Use a mix of simple and complex sentences

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Don't repeat the same vocabulary

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Read the question carefully - twice!

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Answer all parts of the question

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Use academic vocabulary, not slang

22.

Write clearly - penmanship matters!

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Don't leave any questions unanswered

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Stay calm if you make a mistake

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Practice every day for best results

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Errores que cuestan un band entero

Missing the overview (Task 1)

Lose 1 band

Solución: Always write 2 sentences summarizing main trends

No clear opinion (Task 2)

Lose 0.5-1 band

Solución: State your position clearly in introduction and conclusion

Under word count

Automatic penalty

Solución: Aim for 160+ (Task 1) and 270+ (Task 2)

Not answering the question

Lose 1-2 bands

Solución: Read question twice. Highlight key parts

No examples in body paragraphs

Lose 0.5 band

Solución: Include specific examples in every body paragraph

Plan de estudio de 4 semanas

Week 1

Task 1 Basics

Learn structure, vocabulary for trends, write 3 Task 1 essays

Week 2

Task 2 Structure

Master 4-paragraph structure, practice all 5 essay types

Week 3

Timing & Speed

Practice with 60-minute timer, build writing speed

Week 4

Refinement

Review mistakes, focus on weak areas, take mock test

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