IELTS Energy English 7+ IE 1550: Terrific Tone for IELTS Essays Part 1: Informal Letters
Dec 26, 2025
In this engaging chat, Michelle Kaplan, an experienced English teacher, dives into the essentials of crafting informal letters for IELTS. She explains how tone influences task achievement and when to opt for an informal style, especially in tricky recipient situations. Michelle and her co-host recommend fun sources—like podcasts and sitcoms—for mastering colloquial vocabulary. They also dissect a band-9 letter, highlighting informal phrases and linking words that enhance coherence, ensuring your writing sounds natural and friendly!
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Tone Shapes Everything
- Tone determines vocabulary, grammar, and ideas for IELTS General Task 1 letters.
- Choose informal, semi-formal, or formal consistently to match the recipient.
Match Tone To Relationship
- Write informally only to close friends, family, or coworkers you know well.
- Avoid informal tone for acquaintances like some neighbors or coworkers.
Get Input From Casual Media
- Train informal vocabulary by listening to conversational podcasts and watching sitcoms.
- Prefer comedies and pop-culture shows over formal news programs.