左列是一些相当常见或考生使用不正确的语义的词汇。右列是在参加雅思考试时应该使用的词汇，以取得高分。
| Quite common | Should use | Example |
| Unforgettable | Memorable/impressive | The gig I went to last weekend was so memorable. |
| Memory | A lasting impression | This film left a lasting impression on my mind. |
| A rare opportunity | A once-in-a-lifetime chance | This is a once-in-a-lifetime chance, I won't let it go. |
| In my memory | In retrospect | In retrospect, I made the right decision at the very beginning. |
| Remember | Recall | We recalled all good memories we had in high school. |
| Starting point | Incentive | The incentive was that I wanted to extend my own limits. |
| Get married | Tie the knot (infml) | Today is the big day for my sister to tie the knot. |
| Wedding dress | Wedding gown | This exquisite wedding gown is handmade. |
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