"I’m quite keen on..." or "I’m into..." (instead of just "I like") "The way I see it is..." Asking for Clarification:
❌ If you speak like a robot reciting a dictionary, the examiner will interrupt you. Use phrases flexibly. "I’m quite keen on
: "What I mean by that is...", "To put it another way...", or "In other words...". "To put it another way..."
"There was a in..." or "The figure remained constant ..." Making Comparisons: "In comparison with..." or "As opposed to..." "A significantly higher number of..." Letter Writing (General Training): "I am writing in connection with ..." (formal) "I was delighted to hear that..." (informal) "I look forward to hearing from you." (closing) 3. Essential Phrases for IELTS Writing Task 2 (Essays) "I’m quite keen on