Most students fail Speaking not because of accent – but because they pause. Here’s a 5-word filler that buys you 3 seconds: “Well, actually, to be honest…” Use it while your brain catches up. Full speaking templates inside.
Listening hack: If the professor says “interestingly…” → write down the next 3 words. That’s the question. If they say “remember when we discussed…” → that’s a trick – it won’t be tested. toefl hackers
One Writing hack = +6 points instantly: Never write “I think.” Write “From my perspective.” Never write “also.” Write “furthermore.” ETS’s algorithm scores transition words. Give them what they want. Most students fail Speaking not because of accent
Same for “however,” “actually,” “surprisingly.” toefl hackers