The TOEFL Speaking Blog

Unconventional Advice from TOEFL Speaking Expert John Healy

Is it easy to score 26 on TOEFL Speaking?

Scoring 26 on the TOEFL Speaking section demands clear organization, fluency, and grammar; tools like myspeakingscore.com provide instant feedback to support focused improvement.

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Top Grammar Tips for Excelling in TOEFL Speaking (2025 Guide)

Grammar sucks. But mastering varied grammar, flexible templates, and prompt adaptation improves TOEFL Speaking scores by boosting accuracy, complexity, and confidence through consistent practice and feedback.

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Account Sharing with TOEFL Speaking Data: Why You Shouldn't Do It

It's not what you think! Sharing accounts screws up your TOEFL Speaking data. There is a much better way to help your friends.

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The Ultimate Guide to TOEFL Speaking Questions and Practice (2025-2026 Edition)

This guide covers TOEFL Speaking tasks, prep tips, updated prompts, and practice materials to improve fluency, grammar, and coherence before 2025-26 exam changes.

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How TOEFL Speaking is Scored: A Simple Guide

How ETS blends human rater scores and SpeechRater scores is a closely held secret. But, TOEFL Speaking scores do combine human raters and SpeechRater to evaluate delivery, language use, and topic development.

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Go Get Your 26: It's Waiting for You

A big part of it is mindset. To achieve a 26+ on the TOEFL Speaking section, focus on building confidence, managing test anxiety, and utilizing visualization techniques for success.

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Why Brazil Struggles with TOEFL Speaking — And How to Fix It

Brazilian students struggle with TOEFL Speaking scores due to language structure differences, lack of speaking practice, and anxiety. Tools like SpeechRater can enhance fluency.

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The Rise of the TOEFL Dashboard: How Numbers Beat Notes in Speaking Prep

My Speaking Score's data dashboard is called the Progress page. It's for real-time metrics, enhancing motivation and clarity in language learning without subjective biases.

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Ditch Your Teacher: Why Data-Driven Prep is Winning the TOEFL Race

Nothing against teachers. Really. But 000s of users are rethinking TOEFL prep with data-driven platforms like My Speaking Score. Enjoy real-time feedback, enhance independence, and boost scores without waiting for $$$ tutors to show up on Zoom.

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Top 5 Myths About TOEFL Speaking

Oooh there are so many misconceptions about the TOEFL Speaking section, like the belief that only perfect pronunciation or complex vocabulary matters. Clear communication and a natural pace are key, and practicing with others boosts confidence.

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Yes, My Speaking Score has an API

The My Speaking Score API enables scalable TOEFL Speaking assessments for universities, processing audio files swiftly with detailed feedback on various speaking aspects, available through invite-only partnerships.

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TOEFL Speaking = Structure + Content + Speed

I call this the "crawl, walk, run" approach. To excel in TOEFL Speaking, focus on structure, content, and then speed. Organize ideas, use varied vocabulary, and maintain a confident pace for fluency.

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The Invisible TOEFL Speaking Skill: Mastering Q4 Note-taking

Effective note-taking for TOEFL Speaking Task 4 involves organizing notes into an introduction and examples, using about 40 keywords for clarity and fluency.

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How to Prioritize Your TOEFL Speaking Practice (Using Data, Not Guesswork)

So many people get this wrong. To improve TOEFL Speaking scores, focus on structure, content, and topic development. Use SpeechRater data to identify weak areas and practice effectively.

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TOEFL Speaking: Anatomy of a Template

Of course you should use a "template". TOEFL Speaking templates can aid organization and fluency under time constraints, but critics argue they may hinder creativity and sound robotic. Personalization is key.

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Effective Time Management in TOEFL Speaking Prep

Practical and non-obvious advice about how not to screw up your time management. It's essential for the TOEFL Speaking section. Use timers, establish clear structures, and practice consistently to enhance fluency under pressure.

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Unlocking the Power of Data with SpeechRater

Yeah, SpeechRater data will improve your TOEFL Speaking score by targeting low dimensions, focusing on fluency, and practicing consistently for better results.

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5 Tips for Taking Effective Notes in TOEFL Speaking

Your notes probably suck. Effective TOEFL Speaking notes involve structured formats, key points, abbreviations, active listening, and post-review for better recall and clarity.

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How to Speak 150 wpm

Feel the need for TOEFL Speaking speed. To effectively speak at 150 words per minute for the TOEFL test, practice regularly, organize thoughts, limit fillers, and use transitions.

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How to Improve Your TOEFL Speaking Score with SpeechRater

Learn the TOEFL Speaking rubrics! To boost your TOEFL speaking score, focus on delivery, language use, and topic development. Practice regularly and use SpeechRater's feedback for targeted improvements.

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