Toefl Hackers [upd] May 2026

The word “but” erases everything before it. The answer is always Y.

Here’s a listening hack they don’t teach you. 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. The word “but” erases everything before it

Hey Hacker, Textbooks teach you English. We teach you the test. ETS has predictable traps. We show you the cheat codes. Here’s your first hack: The 2-minute Reading Rule (attached PDF). One Writing hack = +6 points instantly: Never

When the professor says: “Now, the traditional view was X, Y…”

TOEFL isn’t an English test. It’s a pattern recognition test.

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.