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The difference between IELTS and Cambridge exams - Which one to choose?
Which is better? IELTS vs. Cambridge C1/C2
For advanced English learners, choosing the right proficiency exam is essential for advancing in academic or professional settings. Although IELTS and Cambridge’s C1 Advanced (CAE) / C2 Proficiency (CPE) are both internationally acknowledged, they vary considerably in format, scoring methods, and purpose.
Language Fairy
May 265 min read


Is the Cambridge C1 Exam Difficult?
If you've ever wondered whether the Cambridge C1 Advanced exam is difficult, you're not alone. Many students approach this exam thinking that a strong command of English – especially fluent speaking – is enough to succeed. However, this assumption often leads to disappointment.
The truth is that the Cambridge C1 exam is not simply a language test,
it is primarily a communication exam.
Language Fairy
Apr 174 min read


Tips to Ace Cambridge C1 / C2 Writing Tasks
Writing for Cambridge C1 and C2 exams is notoriously challenging due to the high expectations for both language proficiency and...
Language Fairy
Sep 3, 20245 min read


Beyond ‘Better’ and ‘Worse’: Comparison in C1/C2 English
Advanced comparative structures for C1/C2 learners
Language Fairy
Jun 28, 20243 min read


Inversion makes you sexy. Use it!
Inversion is often blamed to be too formal and too difficult.
Nothing can be further from the truth! Last week in my Cambridge C1 group we..
Language Fairy
May 15, 20243 min read


Why collocations matter...
They're like the besties of the word world, hanging out together all the time, like "strong coffee" or "heavy rain"...
Language Fairy
May 2, 20243 min read


Grammar for Cambridge C1/C2 Speaking
Using advanced grammar structures in speaking As you embark on the journey to pass your Cambridge C1 or C2 exams, clearly, a multifaceted...
Language Fairy
Apr 4, 20243 min read


6 reasons why I recommend the Cambridge C1 Advanced language exam
Should you sit for Cambridge C1 to prove your advanced language skills? 1. Widely accepted language exam certificate both internationally...
Language Fairy
Nov 29, 20224 min read
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