Band 6 sample
28 words · Source-reported bandMy name is Shaki, but you can call me Mei. My first name is Isa. My parents call me Shi, but my friends and relatives call me Shaki.
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What’s your name
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Ideas to explore
- State your name clearly.
- Mention whether family or friends use a shorter name or nickname.
- Tell the listener what they may call you.
Suggested structure
- Give your name.
- Introduce the nickname, if you have one.
- Say who uses that name.
- Invite the listener to use it too.
Useful vocabulary & examples
- go by
- to use a particular name in everyday life
My family and friends call me Shammi, so I go by Shammi with them.
- nickname
- an informal or shortened name used instead of someone’s full name
Shammi is the name my family and friends use for me.
- you can call me
- a friendly way to tell someone which name to use
You can call me Shammi.
Sample answers
Band 6 sample
46 words · Source-reported bandSo let me start from the fact that my name is Merrick. And, actually, right now, I am fifteen years old, but I'm, somehow, I'm evoked about that because of the fact that when I want to head out anywhere, my age is somehow a barrier.
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49 words · Source-reported bandMy name is Alisha. I have a big family. My family includes my mother, sister, and brother. I love my family. My mother's name is... I love my mother. She is like a flower, beautiful. I am interested in English. I'm afraid of dogs and big snow. I like...
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