4 Idioms to Not Say on the IELTS Speaking Exam

4 Idioms to Not Say on the IELTS Speaking Exam

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English, Other

10th Grade - University

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The video tutorial emphasizes the importance of expressing oneself like a native speaker by using modern slang and idioms. It advises against using outdated or overused idioms such as 'costs an arm and a leg', 'feel blue', 'burning the midnight oil', and 'piece of cake'. Instead, it suggests using more contemporary expressions like 'pricey', 'bummed', 'pulled an all-nighter', and 'a cinch'. The tutorial encourages learners to select a few phrases they are comfortable with and practice them to enhance their speaking skills.

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