Linking Words for IELTS Speaking – Boost Your Band Score

Mastering the right linking words in your IELTS Speaking test is essential to sound fluent and organized. At Leeds Academy, Perinthalmanna, we train over 12,000+ successful students every year to ace their speaking fluency and coherence. Here’s your complete guide to using powerful connectors and phrases to impress your examiner!

💬 Why Linking Words Matter in IELTS Speaking

Linking words help you:

• Organize your ideas logically
• Extend your answers naturally
• Show fluency and confidence

The IELTS Speaking test is about communication, not academic writing. So, choose natural, conversational linkers.

✨ Common Linking Words by Category

1. To Add More Information:

• Also
• As well
• In addition
• Besides that

2. To Give Examples:

• For example
• For instance
• Like
• Such as

3. To Express Opinions:

• I think
• In my opinion
• As far as I’m concerned
• Personally

4. To Contrast Ideas:

• But
• However
• On the other hand
• Although

5. To Show Results or Effects:

• So
• Therefore
• As a result

🗣️ IELTS Speaking Sample Answer with Linking Words

Question: What kind of food do you like?

Answer: “I love spicy food, especially Indian dishes. For example, biryani and chicken curry are my favorites. Also, I enjoy trying different types of street food when I travel. In my opinion, food is one of the best ways to explore a culture.”

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