IELTS Listening tips & guides
Practical advice to raise your IELTS Listening score, plus free tools like our band score calculator.
IELTS Listening Band Score Calculator (with Conversion Table)
Convert your IELTS Listening raw score out of 40 into a band score. Free calculator, full conversion table, and how many answers you need for band 6, 7 or 8.
12 October 2026 · 3 min read
15 IELTS Listening Tips to Get Band 7 and Above
Practical IELTS Listening tips for band 7+: how to prepare, what to do before and during each recording, and the small mistakes that cost the most marks.
12 October 2026 · 4 min read
How to Write Numbers, Dates and Times in IELTS Listening
Should you write numbers as digits or words in IELTS Listening? Clear rules for numbers, dates, times, prices and phone numbers, with common mistakes to avoid.
12 October 2026 · 3 min read
50+ Common Spelling Mistakes in IELTS Listening (and How to Avoid Them)
The words IELTS candidates misspell most often in the Listening test, grouped by pattern, with simple tricks to remember the correct spelling.
12 October 2026 · 3 min read
IELTS Listening Distractors: How to Spot When the Answer Changes
Distractors are the most common trap in IELTS Listening. Learn the 6 patterns speakers use to change an answer, with examples and practice exercises.
12 October 2026 · 3 min read
IELTS Listening Map Labelling: Directions Vocabulary and Tips
Master IELTS Listening map and plan questions. Essential directions vocabulary, how to follow the speaker, and step-by-step tips for Part 2 maps.
12 October 2026 · 3 min read