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Learn IELTS

Listening, reading, writing and speaking practice for IELTS Academic or General.

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IELTS is an English proficiency test with two versions: Academic, for university study and some professional registration, and General Training, often used for work and migration. Both have four parts. Listening and Speaking are the same for everyone, while Reading and Writing differ by version. Speaking is a live conversation with an examiner, and results are reported as band scores. Learnr is not affiliated with the organizations that run IELTS; it builds a course on the vocabulary, grammar and skills each part tests, with daily practice.

How to learn IELTS, step by step

Choose the right version first. Check whether your university, employer or immigration program requires Academic or General Training. The Reading and Writing tasks differ, so preparing for the wrong version wastes weeks.
Learn the public band descriptors. The published descriptors for Writing and Speaking explain what examiners assess, including task response, coherence and cohesion, vocabulary range and grammatical accuracy. Use them to judge your own practice answers honestly.
Master True, False and Not Given. Many reading mistakes come from confusing False with Not Given. For each statement, ask whether the passage contradicts it or simply never addresses it, and never rely on outside knowledge.
Practice Writing Task 1 by type. Academic candidates should practice line graphs, bar charts, tables, maps and process diagrams, writing an overview of the main trends before details. General Training candidates practice formal, semi-formal and informal letters.
Plan Task 2 essays quickly. Spend a few minutes planning a clear position and two main ideas, each with an explanation and example. Opinion, discussion and problem-solution prompts each call for a slightly different structure.
Rehearse speaking out loud. Practice Part 1 personal questions, the Part 2 cue card where you talk for a minute or two after brief preparation, and the more abstract Part 3 discussion. Record yourself and focus on fluency over perfect grammar.
Study a little English every day. Bite-sized daily practice, like Learnr's short lessons and streaks, builds vocabulary and grammar steadily between full practice tests.

What you'll learn

Follow recordings and complete listening tasks accurately
Skim and scan reading passages for specific information
Describe charts and processes or write letters for Writing Task 1
Write a structured Task 2 essay with a clear position
Speak fluently with an examiner across all three parts

What's inside your IELTS course

A sample path Learnr builds for IELTS. Your real course adapts to your goal and level.

1. Academic or General Training: choosing your version
2. Listening: question types and spelling accuracy
3. Reading: skimming, scanning and True, False, Not Given
4. Writing Task 1: graphs, processes or letters
5. Writing Task 2: essay structure and argument
6. Speaking: interview, long turn and discussion

How long does it take to learn IELTS?

Getting familiar with the format can take a few weeks. Moving up a band usually takes months of regular practice, depending on your current level, the band you need, and how much English you use in daily life.

What you need before you start

Intermediate English or above. IELTS has no syllabus to memorize; it measures how well you use English, so broad practice in all four skills comes first.

Common mistakes to avoid

Misspelling answers in Listening and Reading. Spelling and word limits count, so write answers exactly as the instructions specify.
Memorizing rare, impressive words and forcing them into essays. Accurate, natural vocabulary beats advanced words used incorrectly.
Giving one-word answers in Speaking. Extend each answer with a reason or an example so the examiner hears your full range.

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What is the difference between IELTS Academic and General Training?

Listening and Speaking are the same. Academic Reading and Writing use academic texts and a graph or diagram task, while General Training uses everyday texts and a letter. Your institution decides which one you need.

Is the IELTS speaking test with a real person?

Yes. Speaking is a conversation with a trained examiner, normally face to face. See the official IELTS website for test formats, dates, locations and registration.

Is Learnr official IELTS prep?

No. Learnr is not affiliated with IELTS or its owners and makes no promises about band scores. It helps you build and practice the underlying English skills.