IELTS Energy 1521: Accents and Slang are Okay on IELTS, Innit?

In this episode of the IELTS Energy podcast, hosts Aubrey and Lindsay address a listener's question about whether using accents and slang in the IELTS speaking test can affect the test taker's score. They clarify that any English accent is acceptable as long as enunciation is clear. They also state that slang from any English dialect is generally fine, but it's helpful to explain very new or uncommon slang. The key takeaway is to be yourself and not try to suppress natural speech patterns, as this could hinder fluency. They also recommend listening to All Ears English episode 2474 for examples of British slang.