The TOEFL doesn’t usually test "slang" or extremely obscure poetry words. It focuses on high-level academic vocabulary—words you’d hear in a biology lecture or read in a psychology textbook.
Preparing for the TOEFL isn't just about knowing grammar; it’s about mastering the specific "academic" flavor of English that ETS loves. If you can’t tell the difference between corroborate and collaborate , it’s time for a vocabulary check-up. 1. The "Academic Word List" (AWL) is Your Best Friend
Can you identify when a simple word has a complex meaning? For example, the word discipline can mean a "field of study," not just "punishment."
The TOEFL doesn’t usually test "slang" or extremely obscure poetry words. It focuses on high-level academic vocabulary—words you’d hear in a biology lecture or read in a psychology textbook.
Preparing for the TOEFL isn't just about knowing grammar; it’s about mastering the specific "academic" flavor of English that ETS loves. If you can’t tell the difference between corroborate and collaborate , it’s time for a vocabulary check-up. 1. The "Academic Word List" (AWL) is Your Best Friend
Can you identify when a simple word has a complex meaning? For example, the word discipline can mean a "field of study," not just "punishment."