TOEFL Speaking Templates (2023 Update)

If used properly, TOEFL speaking templates can increase your score in all four of the TOEFL speaking questions.  Use templates by inserting the required information from your notes. We update these templates every few months to make sure they are as fresh and effective as possible. Note that we also have a set of TOEFL essay templates

You may wish to read our detailed guides to each question for more help.

Question One Template (Personal Choice)

Main Point (pick one)

  • I agree with the idea that…
  • I think it is better to…
  • I think it is a great/terrible idea to…

Transition (optional)

  • I feel this way for several reasons.

First Reason

  • First…” + “For example…” (and a personal example)

Second Reason

  • Second…” + “To be more specific…” (and a few more details)
Further Reading? Or Writing Templates?

In addition to the speaking templates, we also have in-depth guides to all of the speaking tasks.  Check them out!  We also have TOEFL  writing templates