CELPIP Vocabulary and Useful Phrases

Good vocabulary for CELPIP is precise and natural, not rare. These phrases are ones we suggest learners practise until they come out automatically — use them where they fit, never as a memorised script.

Use these phrases in a Speaking task

Advice (Speaking Task 1)

"If I were you, I would…"
"It might be worth considering…"
"One thing that could really help is…"

Opinions (Speaking Task 7, Writing Task 2)

"I strongly believe that…"
"The main reason is that…"
"That said, I understand why some people…"

Comparing and persuading (Speaking Task 5)

"Compared with…, this option is far more…"
"In the long run, it would save us…"
"I know you prefer…, but consider…"

Predictions (Speaking Task 4)

"It looks like… is about to…"
"He will probably…"
"There's a good chance that…"

Formal email (Writing Task 1)

"I am writing regarding…"
"I would appreciate it if you could…"
"Please let me know if you require any further information."

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Frequently asked questions

Will memorised phrases raise my score?

Only if they fit naturally. Overused templates can make answers sound scripted.

How many new phrases should I learn?

A few per week, practised in real answers, works better than long lists.

Are idioms useful?

Common, correctly used idioms can help; misused idioms hurt.

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