Paraphrasin

Paraphrasing is essential in the IELTS exam. It's a great skill to have for
speaking and it's

especially important for the writing section. This skill shows that you not only
understand the

question but that you can discuss it fully. If you write the original statement in your
tasks, it may

not be counted and it could hurt your word

What is
paraphrasing?

Paraphrasing is writing the same information using different vocabulary, phrases, and
structures.

How do I
paraphrase?

Paraphrasing can be a daunting task. Here are some simple techniques that
can help you

paraphrase well in your

1. Use
Synonyms

Synonyms are words that have the same meaning. Using synonyms is an easy way
to create a

new sentence that has the same

Some individuals believe that parents should teach their children how to be a
positive part of

their
community.

Make sure that the synonyms you are using have the same meaning, and not similar,
as this could

change the meaning of the

Some people believe that car emissions have a massive impact on the
environment.

Incorrect: Some people believe that car emissions have a largeimpact on the
environment.

Correct: Some people believe that car emissions have an enormous impact on the
environment.

Be careful because some synonyms can be used in some situations but not
in others.

The amount of fish consumed in the world has increased

Incorrect: The amount of fish used in the world has increased

The amount of fuel consumed when driving largely depends on the

Correct: The amount of fuel used when driving largely depends on the
vehicle.
Also, grammar is important when using
synonyms.

Wealth does not necessarily guarantee

Having money does not necessarily ensure

2. Change Word
Order

Putting words and phrases in different places within the sentence is another
simple way to

paraphras
e.

The percentage of stressed children in western society has increased by 15% in

year
s.

In the last ten years, the percentage of stressed children in western society has
increased by

15%
.

Again, the meaning of the sentence may change when changing the
word order.

Successful sports professionals earn more money than people in other important
professions.
Incorrect: People in other important professions earn more money than
successful sports

profession
als.

Correct: People in other important professions earn less money than

profession
als.

3. Change Word
Form

Along with word order, you can change word form. This involves changing
vocabulary from

nouns to verbs, adjectives to adverbs, and

Nowadays, crimes are becoming more

Nowadays, crimes are being committed more

Once again, grammar is important when changing word

The level of crime has increased noticeably in

Incorrect: There was an increase noticeably in the level of crime in

4. Active to
Passive

Changing your sentences from active to passive voice can be more difficult than
the other

techniques; however, it shows a variety in your grammar

Active: Technological advances have replaced people in the

Passive: People in the workforce have been replaced by technological

Make sure you know how to change the structure of a sentence before trying to use
the passive

voice
.

Children today play very violent video

Incorrect: Children today are played by very violent video

Correct: Very violent video games are played by children

5. Combine
 Sentences

The ability to combine sentences gives you more opportunity to change word order
as well as

shows off more variety in your

Some people believe that animals should have the same rights as humans. Other
people believe

that animals should be used for various needs such as food and
research.

Some people believe that animals should have the same rights as humans, while
others believe

they should be used for various needs such as food and

When combining sentences, make sure that the transitions you are using
are correct.

Some people believe that logging is a serious problem. They believe that it may
lead to the

extinction of animal
life.

Incorrect: Some people believe that logging is a serious problem, while others
believe that it

may lead to the extinction of animal

Correct: Some people believe that logging is a serious problem and it may lead to the
extinction

of animal
life.

Practice using these techniques in your writing to become more comfortable with
paraphrasing.

Paraphrasing can lead to better writing, which in turn, can lead to a better
writing score.