The IELTS Band Descriptors
Have you ever wondered how the IELTS is graded scored? Below is a summary of the bands you are scored in for the language you produce. On this page you will find a link so you can download information for both the speaking and writing. If you can be familiar with these things it will help you to have more effective preparation for the IELTS. Just remember you are being tested on your ability to use English not what you can memorise!
9. Expert User - native speaker level of the language.
8. Very Good User - excellent command of the language, a few mistakes only
7. Good User - handles language well, some inaccuracies, communicates adequately
6. Competent User - reasonable control of the language, difficulties with unfamiliar
5. Modest User - adequate in own area, difficulties with complex structures
4. Limited User - adequate only in familiar areas, difficulty understanding expression
3. Very Limited User - problems communicating, limited communication abilities
2. Intermittent User - many difficulties, basic information only
1. Non User - understands a few isolated words only
Below are PDF files you can download with the Public Band Descriptors for the IELTS Exam. On the left are the ones for writing and on the right are the ones for the writing the task.
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