Stop memorising random word lists. Build useful vocabulary through meaning, word families, collocations, paraphrasing and topic-based practice — then use it naturally in Writing and Speaking.
Lesson 1 · 20 min
Stop memorising random words: learn vocabulary properly
A useful IELTS word is more than a definition. Learn its meaning, word family, common partners and how it behaves in a sentence.
significantMeaning: important or considerable · significantly / significance · a significant increase
declineMeaning: decrease · declined / declining · a sharp decline
implementMeaning: put a plan into action · implementation · implement a policy
beneficialMeaning: producing a good result · benefit / beneficially · beneficial to health
Which is the strongest way to learn “decline”?
Lesson 2 · 23 min
Paraphrasing without repeating yourself
Paraphrasing is not simply replacing every word with a synonym. Change vocabulary, grammar or sentence structure while keeping the original meaning accurate.
increaserise · grow · climb · experience an upward trend
importantsignificant · crucial · essential · of considerable importance
reducedecrease · cut · lower · bring down
peopleindividuals · residents · consumers · members of the public — depending on context
Best paraphrase: “The number of visitors increased rapidly.”
Lesson 3 · 25 min
Collocations that make your English sound natural
Collocations are words that commonly occur together. Learning them as chunks can improve both fluency and lexical accuracy.
makemake a decision · make progress · make an effort
taketake measures · take responsibility · take part
Learn vocabulary that helps you compare perspectives, explain social change and discuss benefits, drawbacks and policy responses.
Societysocial cohesion · income inequality · ageing population · community engagement
Culturecultural heritage · cultural diversity · traditional customs · cultural exchange
Global issueseconomic development · migration patterns · global cooperation · resource scarcity
Discussion languagefrom my perspective · to some extent · a key factor · a potential drawback
Which phrase is appropriate for a balanced argument?
Lesson 7 · 30 min
Band 7+ vocabulary challenge
Choose precise, natural vocabulary rather than rare words for their own sake. The strongest answer is the one that communicates the intended meaning accurately.
1. The government should ____ measures to reduce traffic.
2. The graph shows a ____ increase in the number of users.
3. Choose the most natural phrase.
Your vocabulary plan
Module 6 complete!
Great work — you've built a solid Band 7+ vocabulary base.