TOEFL® Essentials™ Speaking Section
The TOEFL® Essentials™ Speaking section measures your ability to speak and communicate effectively in a variety of situations.
There are 3 tasks with a total of 19 responses, and the section takes about 13 minutes to complete.
Task Types
- Read Aloud
Read aloud 1 part in a dialogue that takes place in a daily life or campus situation. Each of the 6 “turns” in the conversation is around 1–3 sentences. - Listen and Repeat
Repeat a series of 8 sentences about a scenario in an academic or social setting. - Virtual Interview
Participate in a simulated conversation with a pre-recorded interviewer. Answer 5 questions related to the interview topic, where you describe your experiences and opinions.
A Closer Look
Learn about the types of questions you’ll find in the Speaking section of the TOEFL Essentials test.