The Speaking section simulates real-life conversations and evaluates a candidate’s spoken English skills. The detailed IELTS Exam Pattern breakdown is as follows:

Structure:

<span style="white-space: normal;"> Part 1 (Introduction and Interview): The examiner asks questions about the candidate&rsquo;s background, interests, and everyday topics. This lasts 4-5 minutes.</span>

<span style="white-space: normal;"> Part 2 (Long Turn): Candidates receive a topic card and have one minute to prepare. They speak for 1-2 minutes, covering all points on the card.</span>

<span style="white-space: normal;"> Part 3 (Discussion): The examiner engages the candidate in a discussion based on the Part 2 topic, delving into more abstract ideas and opinions. This lasts 4-5 minutes.</span>

Evaluation Criteria:

<span style="white-space: normal;"> Fluency and Coherence: Ability to speak naturally and organize ideas logically.</span>

<span style="white-space: normal;"> Lexical Resource: Range and precision of vocabulary.</span>

<span style="white-space: normal;"> Pronunciation: Clarity and natural intonation.</span>

<span style="white-space: normal;"> Grammatical Range and Accuracy: Use of varied and correct grammar.</span>

Time Allocation:

<span style="white-space: normal;"> The Speaking test lasts 11-14 minutes, conducted face-to-face with a certified examiner.</span>

Skills Tested:

<span style="white-space: normal;"> Tests interactive communication skills.</span>

<span style="white-space: normal;"> Assesses the ability to express opinions, narrate experiences, and discuss abstract ideas.</span>