TOEFL Speaking: 5 Mistakes You Must Avoid

[@beatrizsimonetti476]

Hi guys!! Just received my TOEFL IBT home edition test scores, 110/120!! I could not be happier. TST Prep helped me a lot, I can't even begin with. Thank you, Josh, for making these amazing videos available for free, it really is helping people all over the world! I aced the speaking test that I was most unsure of, thanks to you! xoxo from Brazil

[@TSTPrep]

Congratulations and thank you for your kind words. It means A LOT. If it wouldn't be too much trouble, could you say the same thing at this link - sotellus.com/r/tst-prep/? It will help people on Google learn about my site, TST Prep. Thanks again!

[@beatrizsimonetti476]

@@TSTPrep Yes, sure!!

[@cheikhahmadbousso2016]

Can you share some resources to improve listening?

[@Abdulkowi_Al-Namani]

Wow , congratulations

[@j.acosta523]

​@@TSTPrepHey Josh, could you please share the name of the app you mentioned in one of your videos, where we could get scored on our speaking practices? Thank youu

[@hmstanikzai4563]

I had my test last week, despite being too much busy at job and without enough preparation I got 99 out of 120 just by watching your videos one night before the test. Reading :26 Writing : 27 Listening 25 Speaking : 20 Appreciate your hard work Sir. Regards From Afghanistan

[@sulimanbaburi3155]

3skills assistance grafti ay shokhak 😅

[@TSTPrep]

Thank you! Always good to hear when someone can put this test behind them.

[@faisalsherzadsherzad3386]

Did you take the centre based test or home edition?

[@abdullahsabawoon-j2v]

nako mazaq sha

[@tr123456ful]

I managed to score 112 (R:28, L:30, S: 26, W:28) with one week of preparation by following your advice and templates, thank you Josh!

[@TSTPrep]

Congratulations and thank you for your kind words. It means A LOT. If it wouldn't be too much trouble, could you say the same thing at this link - sotellus.com/r/tst-prep/? It will help people on Google learn about my site, TST Prep. Thanks again!

[@cheikhahmadbousso2016]

Can you share some resources to improve listening?

[@Martivips]

Thanks for your advice Josh! I got my results and I got more than I needed (110/120). I'm thrilled to bits!!!! Keep up with your selfless channel

[@TSTPrep]

Congratulations and thank you for your kind words. It means A LOT. If it wouldn't be too much trouble, could you say the same thing at this link - sotellus.com/r/tst-prep/? It will help people on Google learn about my site, TST Prep. Thanks again!

[@Hamed_Behzad]

It's so good to see everyone sharing their scores. However, my test is in 2 weeks, and i am so nervous about it. I hope to get my desired results and share it here with you guys when its all over.

[@TSTPrep]

Thank you for commenting and good luck on your test. If you ever want some additional help, you can check out our site: www.tstprep.com :)

[@abdullahak2204]

Hi Josh! Just wanted to say thanks for your tips! Having a starting statement for the speaking tasks helped soooo much! Got a total score of 115, Reading 30, Listening 29 Speaking 29 Writing 27 I prepared for only 3 days lol

[@TSTPrep]

That's an incredible score and thank you for sharing. Glad my channel helped :) Congratulations and thank you for sharing. If it wouldn't be too much trouble, could you leave your review at this link - sotellus.com/r/tst-prep/? It will help people on Google learn about my site, TST Prep. Thanks again!

[@abdullahak2204]

@@TSTPrep you're welcome! Sure!

[@loubnaaitsmail]

3 dayysss ??? machaalah

[@abdullahak2204]

@@loubnaaitsmail I had written the exam in 2021 once already this was my second time writing it last year.

[@مغربيةوأفتخر-ث7ث]

I have just received the score today and it was 70/120 (R 19 , L12 ,S 23, W 16 )I’m very happy with this score I expected less than that because my English is not that much good because it’s my third language thanks to god first then this Chanel that helped me a lot in getting this score I watched every video and I used all the templates in the speaking and writing section ❤❤❤❤

[@TSTPrep]

Great news and happy to hear you have earned the score you needed!

[@anitaojha6439]

I so needed this . Thank you so much

[@AndrisPo]

Hi josh, thanks to you I got a 101 out of 120. I blew it in the reading though as I couldn't manage my time well. Couldn't complain though as 101 is more than enough so once again, thanks Josh. 👍

[@TSTPrep]

Thanks for commenting. I'm happy to hear you have earned the score you needed!

[@cheikhahmadbousso2016]

Can you share some resources to improve listening?

[@TSTPrep]

@@cheikhahmadbousso2016 There are three great sites that you can use for free to find academic passages similar to the ones in the TOEFL Reading and TOEFL Listening sections: National Geographic, TED, and Scientific American. And, of course, check out practice resources on our site, tstprep.com/free-resources/

[@juanvicente3990]

Great video! Thank you Sir!

[@kadirimariamdamilola9905]

Thank you Josh 🎉❤

[@m.dismail1203]

Hi Josh, I hope this message finds you well. I have a TOEFL test coming up in 5 days, and I'm reaching out to you for some advice. I've been watching your helpful KZbin videos from Afghanistan, and I was hoping you could provide me with some tips on what to do at the test center and how to build my confidence to perform well on the exam. Thank you in advance for your guidance. I appreciate you taking the time to help me prepare for this important test.

[@TSTPrep]

Sorry, it looks like I was a bit late on this one. I hope everything went well. Either way, here is the link to the official site with information on what to expect on your TOEFL iBT test day - www.ets.org/toefl/test-takers/ibt/test-day.html

[@m.dismail1203]

@@TSTPrep My test was fairly good. The reading section was really challenging for me. I failed to manage the clock. It gone so quickly.

[@TSTPrep]

@@m.dismail1203 I hope you get the score you need after all. If you do end up needing to retake the test, you can check out our site for help: www.tstprep.com :)

[@m.dismail1203]

@@TSTPrepThank you so much! I got 81 out of 120. Speaking 23 Reading: 18 Listening: 20 Writing: 20

[@w-e-a.c..2264]

Thanks again, sir!

[@w-e-a.c..2264]

1:44 Absolutely!

[@zeynebbr6507]

Thanks 🎉

[@mariannawadie2328]

Great job

[@TSTPrep]

Thank you :)

[@andreajaramillo4972]

Any tip for taking notes on task 2 and 3? I always have trouble writing the main ideas and time runs out

[@TSTPrep]

Hi there and thank you for asking. Here are the links to some useful guides. Hope this helps! tstprep.com/articles/toefl/guide-for-the-toefl-test-speaking-question-3, tstprep.com/articles/toefl/guide-for-the-toefl-test-speaking-question-4, tstprep.com/articles/toefl/taking-notes-for-the-listening-section-of-the-toefl-test

[@aylarbabayeva]

Hey, Josh! I know that paraphrasing is important for speaking section. But what if I copy several phrases and have other aspects of my response good? Can I get a 4 on such kind of response?

[@TSTPrep]

Copying and using transitional phrases such as, "I definitely think, first of all", and "for example," are fine. However, the information you present should be paraphrased you can't simply read it back work for word.

[@NeerajSharma-yj1xi]

Thank you so much josh!

[@moemoe7784]

Hi Josh, l always struggle with the speaking section , I start good and I feel that my tongue gets tied , is their any way that I can overcome that. Please I need your help. Thank you.

[@TSTPrep]

You're not alone! Lots of students feel the same way. It's weird to speak "on command". The best cure I know for this is to practice in a TOEFL-like situation, record your response and try to get used to those weird settings by continuing to practice every day. Hope that helps!

[@zicey2901]

what do i do if i didn’t understand a question in the speaking part ?

[@TSTPrep]

Thanks very much for your question. If you don’t understand, try to explain what you do understand, even if it is wrong. Still understanding is part of the test, so if you don’t understand, you will likely lose points. Keep working on your reading and listening comprehension.

[@faisalsherzadsherzad3386]

Hi Josh, I have been teaching English language almost for four years, and I prepared myself for TOEFL IBT in 2018. Now, I want to take TOEFL test in June , I also practiced a lot. I understand all the reading question types, and know the strategies how answer these questions. But, when I take mocking test I just receive 17 scores in the reading. I don't know that what's the reason. If you help me to provide a way to improve my reading skill, it would be really kind of you.

[@TSTPrep]

Everyone has strengths and weaknesses. Your comprehension might be fairly high, but when it comes to looking at details and figuring out the difference between statements, it is more of a challenge. This is just a guess, though. You can always meet with one of our teachers for a trial lesson if you want more specific answers for yourself - tstprep.com/toefl-store/toefl-trial-lesson/

[@NeerajSharma-yj1xi]

How can I get your solved questions videos for speaking? Only One I have seen with 10 questions

[@TSTPrep]

You can find Speaking questions with sample answers on our site here - tstprep.com/articles/toefl/questions-topics-and-sample-answers-for-the-speaking-section-of-the-toefl-test/

[@EnjoyMath1]

Hi Josh, my level is upper intermediate in English and I want to know how long it take to be prepared for toefl. In addition, thanks for you amazing videos

[@TSTPrep]

Good question, but it will depend on your required score and how you will study.

[@EnjoyMath1]

If I want between 95-110, how long it will take for me. Second, what is mean, how I will study thanks 😊

[@TSTPrep]

@@EnjoyMath1 It may take at least three months, maybe two depending on how you study, alone or with a tutor. If you want to accelerate your learning, you may consider enrolling in private classes with a professional TOEFL tutor - tstprep.com/store/toefl/toefl-private-lessons/. The teacher will help you identify your weaknesses and work with you in class on tweaking specific skills. Through repetition and immediate feedback from an instructor, you will be able to reach the level you need.

[@mw1076]

Hello everyone, Hope you all are doing great. I have a question! Can we cover our ears' canals with our fingers at reading section in order to cancel people's voices from around, so we can concentrate on what we are reading? Please, somebody answer this question because if cover my ears like that, I can literally be focused, and it doesn't distract me that much.

[@TSTPrep]

Interesting question. It depends on the test center and the proctor but I believe that would be fine. You will have to take your hands off your ears though to move your mouse and select the correct answer.

[@mw1076]

@@TSTPrep fine, I get it what you say. Thanks!

[@eraeraa1149]

My toefl test is tomorrow, I am very anxious. I need 72 points but I am afraid I won't do well on speaking and writing, I just can't convert my thoughts into words😢 please pray for me, this test is very very important for my future.😭 I got 23 points on listening and 25 points on reading in toefl mock test but when it comes to speaking and writing my brain just shuts down, I don't know what to do about this. Help me please!

[@TSTPrep]

Here is a link to our TOEFL Speaking guide that you might find useful - drive.google.com/file/d/1SJLKY3cXT9KfrhMT0d7zlD86By-VR0EB/view?usp=sharing. Hope this helps and good luck on your test!

[@MeenakshiSharma-ew4ez]

Ets toefl exam information

[@TSTPrep]

Here is the link to the official site - www.ets.org/toefl.html

[@aleks.a_]

Is it okay to provide more thoughts about the topic instead of giving detailed examples in the 1 question? When I'm nervous, it's almost impossible to remember or come up with any examples 😅

[@TSTPrep]

There are lots of ways to score well in the TOEFL Speaking, as long as you sound comfortable, confident, and natural when you speak (and that you answer the question). We usually recommend that students include a personal example, usually a lie or exaggeration, but if you don't like that idea you can provide reasons for your opinion and elaborate on them.

[@yahyamurtazawi]

Can i have your Email Sir?

[@TSTPrep]

Sure! You can always reach out at [e-mail] if you have any questions.