IELTS Speaking · Vocabulary
tuition
noun/tjuˈɪʃn/Band 6
Last updated 21 July 2026
In short
“tuition” is a Band 6 noun that means teaching or instruction, especially of an individual or small group; also the fee paid for it. Below you'll find its pronunciation, natural example sentences, synonyms and antonyms, and the collocations that help you use it accurately in the IELTS Speaking test.
Meaning
Teaching or instruction, especially of an individual or small group; also the fee paid for it.
Example sentences
Natural, spoken examples at the level an examiner rewards.
- “Many families pay for private tuition before major exams.”
- “Rising tuition fees have deterred some students from university.”
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms
instructionteachingcoaching
Collocations & common phrases
Word partners that make your usage sound natural — the difference between knowing a word and using it well.
Collocations
private tuitiontuition feesone-to-one tuition
Common phrases
cover the cost of tuition
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Frequently asked questions
What does “tuition” mean?
Teaching or instruction, especially of an individual or small group; also the fee paid for it.
How do you use “tuition” in a sentence?
For example: “Many families pay for private tuition before major exams.”
What are some synonyms for “tuition”?
Synonyms include instruction, teaching, coaching.
Is “tuition” good vocabulary for IELTS Speaking?
Yes. It is Band 6 vocabulary, and collocations such as private tuition, tuition fees, one-to-one tuition help you use it naturally. Reaching for precise, less common words like this is exactly what lifts your Lexical Resource score.
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