IELTS speaking · Part 1 · Guided practice

Can you describe where you live at the moment?

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Fluency & CoherenceLexical ResourceGrammatical Range and AccuracyPronunciation is reviewed on your recording.
Band 7Step 1 of 3·Foundation sample· Speak now →

I'm in a compact studio near the river — one main room and a bathroom — but the neighbourhood is walkable and feels safe at night.

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Band 7.5Step 2 of 3·Stronger sample

Right now it is a small studio near the river rather than a large flat. I chose location over space because I am out most weekdays anyway.

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Band 8Step 3 of 3·Top-band sample

Right now I am in a compact studio near the river — basically one main room plus a bathroom — but the area is walkable and safe at night. I chose it for location over space because I spend most weekdays out anyway.

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IELTS Speaking · Can you describe where you live at the moment?…