Natural Linking Words for Spoken English
IELTS with Mujahid · Beginner practice
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Why linking words matter in IELTS Speaking: Linking words connect your ideas so your answer is smooth and easy to follow. They improve your Fluency and Coherence score. In speaking, use simple, common links such as because, so, but and also. Formal written links such as Moreover sound unnatural in a conversation.
❌ I like cooking. Moreover, it is relaxing.✅ I like cooking because it’s really relaxing.
➕ Adding ideas
🔗 Reasons and results
↔️ Contrast
📌 Examples and order
🚫 Too formal for speaking
💡 IELTS tip: Use because, so and but to extend each answer to three or four sentences. Add a reason and an example. Do not use and in every sentence. Vary your links. Do not memorise fancy words that you cannot say naturally.
Ready? Tap a tab above and start with 1. Match.
Activity 1: Match the Meaning
Choose what each linking word does.
Activity 2: Gap Fill
Choose the best linking word to complete each spoken sentence.
Activity 3: Odd One Out
Two linking words are natural in speaking. One is too formal. Tap the too formal one.
Activity 4: Fix It
Each pair has one natural sentence and one too formal. Tap the natural sentence.
Activity 5: Type It
Type the missing word. The first letter is given as a clue. Press Check or Enter.
Activity 6: Choose the Best Answer
Read each speaking question. Choose the best answer.