IELTS スピーキングの採点基準「Fluency and coherence : 流暢さと首尾一貫性」で
高い評価を得るために、ディスコース・マーカー（繋ぎ語）を適切に使って
話に一貫性があることをアピールすることが必要です。
ディスコースマーカーというのは、「論理マーカー」とか「シグナルワード」とか、
いろいろと言い方はありますが、簡単に言うと、接続詞、接続副詞や
前置詞句のことです。
ディスコースマーカーを的確に使うことで、話しを論理的に展開することができます。
今回は、「話題転換」「情報伝達」の機能を持つディスコ―スマーカーを練習していきましょう。
試験で使える！ディスコースマーカー機能表現
▮ディスコースマーカー 機能表現
TOPIC CHANGES「話題転換」/ DISCLAIMER「情報伝達」
ディスコ―スマーカーを使った試験で使える文章
● Sample 1:
Everything here is set – the lights, food, cameras. Oh, by the way, you did to get our costumes later.
Explanation: The speaker is saying something and shifted from preparation to picking up.
● Sample 2:
Please be advised that you have to be at the airport 4 hours before your international flight.
Explanation: It shows that the speaker is giving the responsibility to the passenger at the airport.
TOPIC CHANGES「話題転換」 の ディスコースマーカー
By the way ： ところで、ついでながら
Incidentally ： ついでに(言えば)、ついでながら、ところで
To update you ： 最新情報をお伝えすると
On a different note ： 別の話ですが
Speaking of which ： そういえば
While we’re on the subject ： その話のついでだけど
DISCLAIMER「情報伝達」 のディスコースマーカー
FYI, For your information ： ご参考までに
(Just) so you know ： ご存知だと思いますが
(Just) so you’re aware ： ご存知だと思いますが
Be advised ： ご承知おきください
試験で使える！ ディスコースマーカーを使った回答文
問題
1. Do you think it’s important to read the news every day?
Use ‘just so you’re aware’ in the beginning of your answer.
● Sample Answer:
Yes, I do believe it’s important to read or watch the news every day. Just so you’re aware, I was a campus journalist during my high school years, so I might be biased here. But I personally believe knowing the news every day makes you more informed. If you know what’s happening around you, you can respond to it accordingly. And while we’re on the subject of news, I also think people should be aware of fake news. It’s everywhere, and it can cause confusion and chaos if we don’t know how to double-check our sources.
IELTS スピーキングの採点基準「Fluency and coherence : 流暢さと首尾一貫性」で
高い評価を得るために、ディスコース・マーカー（繋ぎ語）を適切に使って
話に一貫性があることをアピールすることが必要です。
ディスコースマーカーというのは、「論理マーカー」とか「シグナルワード」とか、
いろいろと言い方はありますが、簡単に言うと、接続詞、接続副詞や
前置詞句のことです。
ディスコースマーカーを的確に使うことで、話しを論理的に展開することができます。
今回は、「不確実」「譲歩」の機能を持つディスコ―スマーカーを練習していきましょう。
試験で使える！ディスコースマーカー機能表現
▮ディスコースマーカー 機能表現
UNCERTAINTY「不確実」/ CONCESSION「譲歩」
ディスコ―スマーカーを使った試験で使える文章
● Sample 1:
The program is supposedly a musical thing but they don’t have enough artists to complete the cast.
Explanation: The initial idea is different from what is done. In this sentence, we use the word supposedly
● Sample 2:
You have to read this book at any case. It’ll change your life.
Explanation: It means the book is important and the person must read it.
UNCERTAINTY「「不確実」 の ディスコースマーカー
Arguably ： (十分)論証できることだが、おそらく(間違いなく)
Conceivably ：想像では、あるいは、たぶん
Indeed ： 実に、実際に、まったく、本当に
Evidently ： 明らかに、見たところでは、どうやら
Perhaps, possibly ： あるいは、たぶん、もしかして
Presumably, seemingly ：思うに、多分、(…)でしょうね
Supposedly ： 推定では(…と思われる)、…と想像される
CONCESSION「譲歩」 のディスコースマーカー
Admittedly ： 疑いもなく、明白に、確かに
After all ： 何といっても、やはり、結局
All the same ： まったく同じ、それでも、やはり
Anyhow, anyway ： どのようにしても、いずれにしても、
At any rate ： とにかく、どんなことがあっても
In any case/ event ： どうあろうと、いずれにせよ、とにかく
Nevertheless ： それにもかかわらず、それでも
試験で使える！ ディスコースマーカーを使った回答文
問題
1. Do young people nowadays like to do outdoor activities?
Use ‘admittedly’ in the beginning of your answer.
● Sample Answer:
For the most part, I think there are a lot of young people who still love the great outdoors. I’d look at my social media account and see people my age that are hiking, trekking, camping, and even backpacking. Admittedly, I’m not a big fan of those activities. But there are evidently lots of younger people who enjoy the mountains, most especially the beach. As for me, I prefer to stay indoors and read books.
IELTS スピーキング バンドスコア 7+対策法 ディスコースマーカー 7 時 TIME, 判断 ASSESSMENT
IELTS スピーキングの採点基準「Fluency and coherence : 流暢さと首尾一貫性」で
高い評価を得るために、ディスコース・マーカー（繋ぎ語）を適切に使って
話に一貫性があることをアピールすることが必要です。
ディスコースマーカーというのは、「論理マーカー」とか「シグナルワード」とか、
いろいろと言い方はありますが、簡単に言うと、接続詞、接続副詞や
前置詞句のことです。
ディスコースマーカーを的確に使うことで、話しを論理的に展開することができます。
今回は、「時」「判断」の機能を持つディスコ―スマーカーを練習していきましょう。
試験で使える！ディスコースマーカー機能表現
▮ディスコースマーカー 機能表現
「時」 TIME / 判断 ASSESSMENT
ディスコ―スマーカーを使った試験で使える文章
● Sample 1:
Paul started his own business few years. Meanwhile, his wife is still in school and will graduate soon.
Explanation: Something is going on with Paul at the same time with his wife.
● Sample 2:
The picture on the wall is oddly painted.
Explanation: It explains that the painting is strange.
「時」の ディスコースマーカー
After a while ： 後に、少し間をおいて、少し間を置いて、しばらくしてから
After than : ～よりも後に
Afterward : のちに、あとで、その後
At the same time : 同時に、(…と)同時に、そうではあるが
In the meantime : (2 つのことが起こる)その間に、それまでは
Meanwhile : (次のことが始まる)それまでは、(一方)その間、そうしている間に、
Previously : 以前に、前もって
Simultaneously : 同時に、(…と)同時に
Subsequently : その後、後に、(…に)続いて
「判断」のディスコースマーカー
Astonishingly 驚くほど
Oddly 奇妙に、奇異に、奇妙にも
Importantly 重大に、大事そうに、(さらに)重要なことには
Incredibly 信じられないほど、非常に、
Inevitably 必然的に、必ず、当然
Ironically 皮肉に、反語的に、皮肉なことには、
Justifiably 正当に、当然に、当然なこととして
Regrettably 気の毒なほどに、残念にも、遺憾ながら、
Unremarkably 通常の状態で
試験で使える！ ディスコースマーカーを使った回答文
問題
1. How do you organize your time?
Use ‘at the same time’ in the beginning of your answer.
● Sample Answer:
I think that’s a really tough question. I love organizing my things, but sadly, I can’t seem to manage my time well. Anyhow, I have this plain notebook where I jot down everything I need to do that day and put how much time I need to spend on a particular task, or at least how much time I think I need to spend on it. At the same time, I avoid my phone by all means, especially if I’m working on an important chore. I also turn off my social media notifications so that I don’t get distracted.
1. We have to hurry up packing our bags. Our bus will be here in a while. 2. The project manager took care of everything – materials, workers, shifts, venue, but more importantly, medics and daily wage are all set. 3. The materials used in the car are strikingly elegant. 4. We tried to get the tickets, but, sadly, it was sold out in 10 hours. 5. You have to hold the stick and pull this rope at the same time so that it can reveal the painting.
1. In the music industry, for instance, many musicians were reported to have taken drugs and get caught. 2. Take the coffee out my office, otherwise I’ll drink it up again. 3. I have to be there by 7 am or else I’ll miss the train. 4. The situation is the plantation in particular is alarming. 5. A: I’m on this leave this Friday. B: In that case, let’s have dinner at my place. What you think?
1. I want to eat ice cream. Alternatively, I have to eat fruits. 2. Online shopping is better instead of going to the physical shop in this kind of weather. 3. Donna, to be exact, my best friend, is getting married this weekend. 4. The explanation must be in plain English, or else everybody will be confused, and we won’t be able to execute it properly. 5. Rather than explain myself, I prepare everything and take care of it.
1. The participants during the Christmas tree lighting are very active. Yet, we have fewer people this year. 2. She didn’t forgive her boyfriend even though he was promising not to cheat on her ever again. 3. There are two candidates for the vacant position. These two are both graduates of business and are also top of their class. 4. Young people want to get older faster and it likewise that adults want to relive their teenage years. 5. The first company that I’ve applied for offers a good play whereas the second company has flexible time. I’m confused what to choose.
1. My friend is getting married this weekend as a result I need to find a dress and take a leave to prepare for the occasion. 2. You’ve done such a great job, hence, the immediate promotion. 3. My children ate chocolate cake after dinner. For that reason, they weren’t able to sleep early. 4. The important papers that she sent to the immigration got there almost late. For some reason or another, they had to cram going to the embassy to settle the rest of the requirements. 5. John and Marge have won the dance competition because of their long hours of practice, dedication and creativity.
Well, the word I want to describe it has just slipped my mind. (度忘れする), anyway, the tool to make musical sounds （musical instrument） と表現を変えて説明すればその場を切り抜けることができます。
試験官: Are there any environmental problems in your country?
受験者 A : Yes … we have a serious issue with pollution levels in some of our big cities … exhaust fumes from cars and lorries are definitely one reason for the problem but we also have a lot of heavy industry in some areas and this also results in poor air quality …
試験官 ： Do you take an interest in nature?
受験者 B : Well … I’m a city person through and through and don’t get back to nature very often I’m afraid … but like everyone else I’m fascinated by the natural world and I like watching documentaries showing wild animals in their natural habitat …
air quality: the cleanliness of the air we breathe
to become extinct: to no longer exist
to be under threat: to be in danger of becoming extinct
climate change: the change in worldwide weather patterns
to die out: see ‘to become extinct’
endangered species: categories of animals or plants that are in danger of becoming extinct
energy conservation: the careful management of energy resources to ensure they last as long as possible
environmentally friendly: behaviour and products that do not harm the environment
exhaust fumes: the toxic gases given off by vehicles powered by petrol
flash floods: floods that happen quickly
fossil fuels: energy resources like gas and oil that are produced deep below the ground over millions of years
future generations: the people who live after us
to get back to nature: to live a life that is closer to nature
global warming: the increasing temperature of the world brought about by gases such as carbon dioxide
heavy industry: the manufacture of heavy articles and materials in large numbers
humanitarian aid: the act of showing support to people struggling to survive
impact on: the effect on
loss of habitat: the decline in areas of land where animals and plants would normally exist
man-made disaster: widespread damage or loss of life brought about by the action of humans
natural disaster: an event such as an earthquake, flood or hurricane which causes widespread damage or loss of life
natural environment: the place where animals and plants would normally be found in nature
the natural world: the world of nature
oil spill: waste usually deposited in the seas and oceans after an accident at sea
poaching: to hunt and kill wild animals illegally
pollution levels: the amount of toxic waste
pressure group: a group of people who try to raise awareness of issues and try to affect the views and actions of people and organisations
toxic waste: poisonous, unwanted rubbish often produced by industrial processes
wildlife conservation: to protect animals and plants and their habitats
IELTS スピーキングの採点基準「Fluency and coherence : 流暢さと首尾一貫性」で
高い評価を得るために、ディスコース・マーカー（繋ぎ語）を適切に使って
話に一貫性があることをアピールすることが必要です。
ディスコースマーカーというのは、「論理マーカー」とか「シグナルワード」とか、
いろいろと言い方はありますが、簡単に言うと、接続詞、接続副詞や
前置詞句のことです。
試験で使える！ディスコースマーカー機能表現
▮ディスコースマーカー 機能表現 順序（SEQUENTIAL ORDER)
まず第一に、最後に、また別には
for starters
first of all
first(ly)・second(ly)
lastly
finally
to begin/start with,
in the first・second place
next, then
for one・another thing de
let’s move on
let’s finish by
at the end
▮ ディスコースマーカー 機能表現 要約（SUMMARY)
要約すると、最終的には、したがって、
In summary
To wrap up
As a result
All in all
In brief
Hence
Therefore
In sum
In the end
ディスコースマーカーを使った回答文
● 問題
1. What’s your typical weekday? Use ‘finally’ in your answer.
● 回答
My weekday routine can be described as monotonous. I follow the same schedule the whole time.
I start my day by taking a peek at my mobile phone for any important messages. Then, I rise to switch on my PC to get ready for work. Sometimes, if I wake up too early, I take time to make breakfast for me and my husband, but on most days, we just have brunch. I start work at 6:30 am until 11:00 am. After that, I take a break until 3:00 pm during which I do my house chores or catch some sleep.
Once my work ends in the late afternoon, around 5:00 pm, I begin preparing for supper. My husband and I eat and do the dishes together afterward. Then, either we’d go for a walk, try to watch a movie or catch up on our readings before finally hitting the sack.
It could get a little boring sometimes. When it does, there’s nothing a bottle or bottles of beer that can’t solve.
(1) Before we begin, we have to check some important details. (2) First, we have to name the people of the committee – their names, titles, and responsibilities. (3) Second, we need to get the exact date and time of the event. Let’s also double check if our venue is final. (4) Last, we have to get the program, the names of our guests and their background and credentials. (5) If we have all of these, let’s move forward.
IELTS スピーキング バンドスコア 7+ 対策法 ディスコースマーカー 1 追加（adding more points)
IELTS スピーキングの採点基準「Fluency and coherence : 流暢さと首尾一貫性」で
高い評価を得るために、ディスコース・マーカー（繋ぎ語）を適切に使って
話に一貫性があることをアピールすることが必要です。
試験で使える文章 追加（adding more points)
● Sample 1:
I don’t think it’s a good idea. She was very specific that the red chair on the left is awful. Besides, you don’t even like it.
Explanation: In the sentence, the idea is that she said about one red chair on the left. Then, use ‘besides’ to add another idea that the other person doesn’t like it too.
● Sample 2:
My family and I like to do quite a few things together. We like to go jogging as well as having dinner together on the weekends.
Explanation: The speaker tells about activities that he/she does with the family. The person mentions one activity and adds another using a discourse marker, as well as.
1. She is leaving her car to her sister when she migrates to another country. Also, her brother will have her house.
2. It’s part of her job to analyze the training needs of the company. Also, she needs to make sure that the training can create change and have good ROI.
3. This is given to the staff. Then, they also get a free mug and pen before they start.
4. It doesn’t matter if she took the TV with her to the new house. Besides, she already left her parents laptops.
5. Getting a job is important to us because I’d like to help out. But studying for my master’s degree is also important.
