IELTS Energy English 7+ IELTS Energy 1521: Accents and Slang are Okay on IELTS, Innit?
Sep 16, 2025
Accents and slang are not just accepted in the IELTS exam; they can enhance your performance. The podcast discusses how embracing different regional accents improves clarity and adaptability. Innovative AI tools help refine pronunciation, offering valuable feedback for learners. Using slang can boost vocabulary scores, making responses sound more natural. Listeners are encouraged to be authentic in their speech while navigating the nuances of conversational English, including British phrases like 'innit.'
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Gobsmacked: A Slang Adoption Plan
- Aubrey's favorite British slang is 'gobsmacked' and she plans to start using it more in the U.S.
- She hopes it will catch on via her kids and TikTok, illustrating how slang spreads socially.
Listener's Accent And Slang Concern
- Listener Antonia explained she picked up British slang and an accent while working for a UK firm in Hungary.
- She worries this natural shift might affect her IELTS speaking score and asked whether to adjust it.
Any Accent Is Acceptable
- Any English accent (UK, US, Australian, NZ or mixed) is acceptable on the IELTS speaking test.
- Examiners expect varied accents and will not penalize you for regional pronunciation differences.