Scoring, Score Prediction, and Practice Explained for 2026
TOEFL Speaking scoring is based on assessment research developed by ETS and implemented through automated scoring technology. This approach is designed to deliver consistent, scalable, and research-based evaluation of spoken language performance.
SpeechRater® is ETS’s automated spoken-language assessment system. It evaluates measurable features of speech such as fluency, intelligibility, pronunciation clarity, pacing, and language control. These features support TOEFL Speaking scoring decisions by providing consistent, research-based measurement of spoken performance.
My Speaking Score licenses SpeechRater from ETS and uses its scoring outputs to support TOEFL Speaking score prediction and category-level diagnostics for practice. This allows test takers to practice with scoring signals grounded in the same assessment science that underpins the TOEFL iBT Speaking section.
My Speaking Score is an independent TOEFL preparation platform that licenses scoring products from ETS. ETS and TOEFL iBT are registered trademarks of Educational Testing Service (ETS).
In 2026, TOEFL Speaking scoring is designed to measure whether a test taker can communicate meaning clearly and effectively in academic and everyday contexts. To achieve this consistently at scale, ETS developed automated scoring technology that evaluates stable, observable features of spoken language.
SpeechRater® analyzes aspects of speech such as fluency, intelligibility, pacing, pronunciation clarity, and language control. These measurable features support TOEFL Speaking scoring decisions by providing consistent, research-based evaluation of spoken performance.
On My Speaking Score, results are reported on a 0–5 task scale, where a score of 5 represents a fully successful response for that task type. Lower scores reflect issues that reduce clarity, completeness, accuracy, or intelligibility.
TOEFL Speaking scores are not determined by a single factor. Performance depends on how well a response balances delivery, intelligibility, language control, and coherence. Category-level scoring helps explain why a response received a particular score, not just the score itself.
My Speaking Score displays scoring categories that align with TOEFL Speaking scoring expectations so practice results can be interpreted and improved efficiently.
| Date | Test | Prompt | Score (0–5) | WPM | Fluency | Intelligibility | Language Use | Organization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| [date] | [test_name] | [prompt] | [score] | [wpm] | [num] | [num] | [num] | [num] |
Interview scoring reflects whether a response fully addresses the question, maintains intelligibility throughout, and uses grammar and vocabulary that support clear, connected ideas. Breakdowns across fluency, intelligibility, language use, and organization help identify which aspects of performance most influence the score.
| Date | Test | Prompt | Score (0–5) | WPM | Fluency | Intelligibility | Repeat Accuracy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| [date] | [test_name] | [prompt] | [score] | [wpm] | [num] | [num] | [num] |
Listen & Repeat scoring emphasizes accurate repetition and intelligibility. Lower scores typically reflect missing content, altered meaning, or reduced pronunciation clarity.
If you are looking for TOEFL Speaking practice tests with scoring, you need both TOEFL-aligned tasks and scoring that is consistent enough to guide repeated practice.
My Speaking Score provides TOEFL Speaking practice on new-format tasks, instant score prediction, category-level diagnostics, and progress tracking so improvement can be measured over time.
My Speaking Score focuses exclusively on TOEFL Speaking performance. We treat speaking as a measurable test skill, not general conversation practice. By combining licensed SpeechRater scoring outputs with TOEFL-aligned reporting, we give test takers a clearer and more reliable view of their current level and progress.
SpeechRater is ETS’s automated spoken-language assessment technology. It evaluates measurable features of speech to support consistent, large-scale scoring.
My Speaking Score is an independent TOEFL preparation platform that specializes in TOEFL Speaking score prediction and personalized feedback. TOEFL iBT® and SpeechRater® are registered trademarks of Educational Testing Service (ETS).
A score of 5 represents a fully successful response for that task type. For Interview tasks, it indicates a complete, clear, on-topic response. For Listen & Repeat, it indicates accurate and fully intelligible repetition.