Hedging Language for Academic Writing
IELTS with Mujahid · Beginner practice
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Why hedging matters in academic writing: Hedging means making a statement less than 100% certain. Academic writers rarely say that something is always or never true. Hedging makes your ideas sound careful, realistic and more convincing. Use modal verbs, adverbs, verbs and phrases to soften strong claims.
❌ Technology always improves education.✅ Technology can improve education.
🔧 Modal verbs
📌 Adverbs
📖 Verbs
💬 Phrases
🔄 Replace absolute words
💡 IELTS tip: Use one hedge per claim. Do not write might possibly perhaps together. Do not hedge every sentence, because your position in an opinion essay must stay clear. Use tend to and seem to + a verb, and It is likely that + a full clause.
Ready? Tap a tab above and start with 1. Match.
Activity 1: Match the Meaning
Choose the correct meaning of each hedging word or phrase.
Activity 2: Gap Fill
Choose the best hedging word to complete each sentence.
Activity 3: Odd One Out
Two words are careful (hedging). One is too strong. Tap the too strong one.
Activity 4: Fix It
Each pair has one careful academic sentence and one that is too strong. Tap the careful sentence.
Activity 5: Type It
Type the missing word. The first letter is given as a clue. Press Check or Enter.
Activity 6: Make It Careful
Read the strong statement. Choose the best answer.