The Open Dictionary

IELTS

noun

UK/ˈaɪ.elts/
US/ˈaɪ.elts/

Definitions of IELTS noun

  1. Uncountable

    The abbreviation for the International English Language Testing System, which is a standardized test assessing English language proficiency for non-native speakers who require certification for academic or professional purposes in countries such as Australia, Canada, Ireland, South Africa, New Zealand, and the UK.

    • Many universities require international students to submit their IELTS scores.

    • She is preparing for the IELTS exam in order to apply for a postgraduate program in the UK.

    • They need to pass the IELTS test to qualify for work in Australia.