In this week's episode of English In A Teacup, we are getting ready for Halloween. We will be learning spooky vocabulary to get into the mood as well as a curiosity in English grammar called inversion. For students preparing for advanced-level exams (CAE, CPE, IELTS, etc.), it is important to know about inversion and how to use it in the writing sections. To help us with the subject is our fine English lady, Miss Finesstocrat, who today will be telling us about her terrible experience trying to survive the zombie apocalypse. How did she get on? Let’s put the kettle on and find out!

5 Useful Phrases for the IELTS Speaking Test Taking the IELTS Speaking test is not difficult and in fact, you can even get a band score of 8 to 9…if you know what you are doing. The IELTS Speaking test lasts for about 11-14 minutes. It is designed to assess your pronunciation, fluency, grammar, and vocabulary. It is divided into three parts. When taking the IELTS Speaking test, you have to keep in mind that using effective phrases will help you get a high band score. Vocabulary and grammar are two of the criteria in this part of the IELTS test. Here are some ideas to help you succeed at it and to impress the examiner! 1. Opening Statements How you open your statements is your first opportunity to impress the examiner. Examples: Today, I’d like to share with you about… In this talk, I’m going to tell you how… 2. Closing statements The manner in which you end your statements plays a vital role in the IELTS speaking test too. Examples: In conclusion… To sum up… To summarize 3. Beginning the Main Body of Your Speech Once you are asked a question or given a topic to talk about, be creative and use phrases and expressions that the examiner will find appealing. Examples: First and foremost…. And why do I find it so appealing? It is, after all…. To begin with… 4. Building on Your Idea When you have started talking about your topic, you would want to include some background information and some explanations and examples to help develop your topic. Examples: Another reason why I like… One of the main advantages… One of the consequences… 5. Expressing Your Opinions You should change your words while presenting your viewpoint on a subject, just as you should when adding personal experiences, rather than repeating the phrase ‘I think’. Examples: In my opinion… I firmly believe that… From my point of view… These ideas will help you to succeed and more will be covered in our 1to1 private classes together. Schedule it now and to your success! Anatoly

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Repeat after me: castle, crab, coral reef, clownfish, clam, cowfish, camel, cave, coconut, cow, cotton candy, capybara, carrots, cardinal Send me a message for your **FREE** flashcards to follow along. Follow me for more episodes. www.italki.com/en/teacher/13365914

Hello everyone, I hope everything is well. New episode of "Let's Check Out the News" is out! I'll comment about an article touching on over tourism at Mount Fuji. Enjoy. Don't hesitate to participate in the conversation if you wish. Have a great day everyone.

Business Goodbyes in English Have you been in a situation where you couldn't say the last phrase carefully and your tongue got twitsted and you looked somwhat silly? We all have and this small podcast is an opportunity to a) improve your listening skills and b) learn how to say goodbye professionally c) how to thank your boss/colleagues if you are leaving your job and few others success tips. Enjoy it and let me know which part was the most useful. Send me a message, let me know what your spoken English improvement journey is like. To Your Success, Anatoly Tags: Business English, English For Work, Job Interview Prep, IELTS Speaking, Daily Communication, English For Life, Positive Thinking, Positive Attitude, Self-Development, Leadership, Management.

Hello everyone. A new episode of "For Gamers Out There" is out! I'll focus on Soma, a survival horror game with a thought provoking plot. Enjoy. Don't hesitate to give me feed back is you wish. Have a great day everyone.