C1 Writing Tips (aiming for C2) - How to Write Better Essays.

C1 Writing Tips (aiming for C2) - How to Write Better Essays.
In this video, I show you how to edit a piece of writing and bring it up to a C2 level. I did start out aiming for C1 but I got carried away and made it even better! If you are studying for the Cambridge Advanced or IELTS, then this video is essential viewing.
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I think you intended to write "the positives outweigh the negatives" in the last paragraph.

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I've just found your channel, and i already love that content. However, you showing that upgraded version of an essay made me question, isn't it too long? I always struggle staying within the word limit, and making more cohesive sentences

[@englishlearningexpert3595]

It could be but the language e.g. sentence structure, vocal etc is spot on. It's up to you to practise word counts when preparing for the text. Good luck.

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[@FastEnglishLessons]

Nice video! Some questions: How do you know it's C2? Where do you find objective word ranks? English Profile?

[@englishlearningexpert3595]

Thanks! There’s a descriptor of C2 but in a nutshell it’s basically native level. I was a school teacher for many years so I know all about sentence structure, vocab, subordination etc and can put all that together to write a high level, educated piece. Finally, I passed the C1 exam in Spanish so I have experience of writing at a level below in another language - long answer but that’s how! 😀

[@StanWarren]

Hi, very informative and useful. But I'm not sure about using a phrasal verb "shed light on" (neutral style) in this type of writing. Is it acceptable or is it better to avoid it and stick to formal style?

[@englishlearningexpert3595]

It's definitely okay. 'To shed light on something' is quite formal - we wouldn't use it in informal speech.

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i like this type of teaching style, is there any similar channel that teaches German?

[@englishlearningexpert3595]

I don’t know but thanks 😊

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Hi! Thank you so much for this video. It is truly precious. I have a question, though: in the hypothetical sentence, why after "were university free..." you use the present simple "it is more probable" and not something like "it would be more probable"? Is it because it is a certain fact?

[@englishlearningexpert3595]

Hmm I don't know. I just know that as a native speaker, that sounded more natural but I think you could use both.

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[@thaihiennguyenle6876]

Can someone let me know where I could find question bank for writing ESSAY CAE? Thanks a lot mates

[@gabrielkhunri783]

“The negatives outweigh the positives”? A mistake there.

[@englishlearningexpert3595]

I'll rewatch it :)

[@user-rk1sh9wy2e]

hi, can you recommend some writing books for c1/c2 level? Thank you!

[@englishlearningexpert3595]

No - I don’t know any well enough to recommend. However, I’m bringing out a PDF ebook of all my C1/C2 essays and I know have several videos - about 10 - where I show you how to write at this level. 😀

[@GET_RIGHT571]

how many words you used a letter

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Shall I use these advices to prepare myself for the B2 Essay?

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[@cyo_o5911]

I would like to learn subjunctive more

[@englishlearningexpert3595]

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[@Travelgirly]

Do the negatives outweigh the positives or positive outweigh the negatives? I got confused a bit. Would you be able to correct me if I am wrong?

[@englishlearningexpert3595]

This was a mistake! Sorry - it was my first video and I just recorded without planning. In my others, there are no mistakes like that! 😀

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@@Travelgirly Thanks and you’re super welcome 🤗

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Please, i need your help in English language journey. I am an ielts aspirant and i wrote my exam once. I have got L8R7S6W6 overall 7. How can i improve my speaking and writing score into 7 or 7+ ?

[@englishlearningexpert3595]

If you email me a piece of writing, I could do a video where I make suggestions. My email is in the ABOUT section of the channel. If that’s something you’d like to do, please also include the task that inspired the writing. 😀

[@romgliev]

I don't really get why in the first text we talk that the positives outweigh the negatives, whilst in the second text we talk that the negatives outweigh the positives?

[@englishconnect6286]

I concur, it is an error that he didn´t catch while reading it through the second time.

[@englishlearningexpert3595]

You’re right! I’ve made a better video now and have a system to spot issues. I just rewrote it live without any planning in the first one!

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See my comment below 😀

[@user-bd8vi8kp7g]

In the conclusion, arent the positives those who outweigh the negatives? I'm confused

[@englishlearningexpert3595]

Yes! This was my first video and I made a mistake... I didn't plan anything, I just wrote it straight from my head. However, the video is very popular and I don't want to take it down. My new videos are MUCH better and I plan everything I'm going to write beforehand. Well spotted! You obviously have a great level of English! :)

[@kevinluna5786]

the problem is that I can't even write that well in my native language

[@englishlearningexpert3595]

That is so interesting… I was thinking about this the other day - what people in your situation should do. I spoke Spanish for 18 years but didn’t write it, until I decided to sit the C1 exam. However, I’m a very good writer in English so I was able to transfer those skills over to Spanish and I have an excellent online teacher. My recommendation to you: learn to write short essays in your native language. I recommend using the B2 FCE essay questions, as they are only 180 words texts. Then, see if you can find a teacher or someone who is a good writer and go through it with them - this is all in your native language. Once you’ve done that several times, like ten times, you could start trying it in English. You need to be able to write a 5 part essay - introduction, three main paragraphs and a summary. I have some B2 essay videos you could look at. You need to learn to walk before you run (and then fly).

[@Annauk45]

Are you a native speaker?

[@englishlearningexpert3595]

Yes 😀

[@Learnfromtheworst.-gr3zi]

Honestly i find writing firstly ect unprofessional

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