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Do you know how to expand your vocabulary without word lists? Having a large and diverse knowledge of words and their meanings helps you to express your thoughts clearly and accurately. 

Home to some of the best universities in the world, Germany is fast emerging as a top study destination. Internationals studying in Germany now make up nearly 15% of their total student population.  

Do you wonder which English is best for the IELTS test, British or American English? Have you heard stories that you only get a high band score when you use British English in the IELTS Speaking test? Or maybe you have heard the opposite? 

Job interviews can make anyone anxious. As an English learner, a job interview in English can feel even more scary. Even with strong speaking skills, it's easy to lose confidence in an interview. You might also not be sure about the right type of job interview preparation to help emphasise your fluency and vocabulary in English.

Want to ace your IELTS test so you can get into the university of your choice or advance your career? One of the best ways to achieve a high IELTS score is improving your vocabulary. In Writing and Speaking, it counts for 25% of your total score. 

Prepare for your IELTS Academic Listening test with free practice tests from the British Council.

When you hear the name Switzerland, you immediately think of things such as Swiss chocolate, Swiss cheese, cuckoo clocks, high-end wrist watches and the Swiss army knife – iconic products of a high quality. 

Learning English idioms can improve your fluency and help you express yourself in more interesting ways. Idioms are a part of natural language use, alongside phrasal verbs and collocations. If you’re taking IELTS, they’re essential to scoring a Band 7 or above in the Speaking test. 

Capital letters in English writing are important, but are you sure you know how to use them correctly?

Prepare for your IELTS Academic Reading test with free practice tests from the British Council.