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TOEFL Vocabulary Practice
Learn the academic words that appear across the test. Our TOEFL vocabulary practice teaches high-frequency academic words, word families, collocations and memory techniques for reading, listening, speaking and writing.
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Your TOEFL vocabulary journey
From Unknown Academic Words to Confident Word Knowledge
Four real goals you will reach as you move through TOEFL vocabulary practice.
Learn High-Value Words
Start with the academic words that appear most often.
Group by Topic and Family
Study words by subject area and related forms.
Remember for Good
Use spaced review, examples and active recall.
Use Words Actively
Bring new words into speaking and writing responses.
TOEFL vocabulary skills
Skills You Build in TOEFL Vocabulary Practice
TOEFL vocabulary practice trains you to recognise, remember and use academic words, so every section of the test feels easier.
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TOEFL Vocabulary Practice: Frequently Asked Questions
What is TOEFL vocabulary practice?
TOEFL vocabulary practice helps you learn the academic words and phrases that appear across the TOEFL. It focuses on high-frequency academic vocabulary, word families, collocations and ways to remember words.
Book a Free LessonWho is it for?
It is for learners preparing for the TOEFL who want to read and listen more easily and write and speak more precisely.
Book a Free LessonIs this an official TOEFL course?
No. This is independent practice material and is not produced by or affiliated with ETS, the owner of the TOEFL test. Word lists are for practice and are not an official list of test words. Check the official ETS website for the latest test details.
Book a Free LessonHow many words do I need to know?
A few thousand common and academic words cover most test texts. A good course starts with the most useful words first.
Book a Free LessonWhat is an academic word?
Academic words are general words common across university texts, such as analyse, significant or phenomenon. They are not tied to one subject.
Book a Free LessonHow can I remember words better?
Learn words in sentences, review them with spaced repetition, link them to images or stories and use them in speaking and writing.
Book a Free LessonHow many words should I learn each day?
Five to ten words with regular review is realistic for many learners. Review and active use matter more than the number.
Book a Free LessonShould I learn word lists or read more?
Do both. Lists give quick coverage, and reading and listening show how words work in context.
Book a Free LessonHow do word parts help?
Prefixes, suffixes and roots help you guess unknown words and learn related forms quickly, which is very useful on the reading section.
Book a Free LessonDoes the course guarantee a score?
No course can guarantee a score. Results depend on your level, practice and test-day performance, but strong vocabulary helps every section.
Book a Free LessonAre there free courses?
Yes. Several courses on this page are free, and each course card shows its price. You can also book a free live lesson with a tutor.
Book a Free LessonCan I take the course on my phone?
Yes. Our courses work on phones, tablets and computers, so you can practise at home, on the commute or during a break.
Book a Free LessonCan I get a certificate?
Certificate availability depends on the course, so check the details on each course page. A certificate of completion shows your progress in the course. It is not a TOEFL score.
Book a Free LessonHow much does it cost?
Some of our courses are free and others are paid. Each course card shows its current price, including any sale price, so you always know what you will pay.
Book a Free LessonHow do I start TOEFL vocabulary practice today?
Choose your goal above, pick a course that fits your level and start your first lesson today. To practise with a real tutor, click Book a Free Lesson.
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