I. Vocabulary – the “heart” of the TOEIC exam
You might have a strong grasp of grammar, be a good listener, or a fast reader, but if you lack vocabulary, you will:
- I couldn't understand the content.
- I couldn't grasp the main idea while reading.
- Choose the wrong answer because you don't understand the word.
👉 In a TOEIC test, 60–70% of the questions depend on vocabulary.
So the question is: How to learn TOEIC vocabulary effectively – without rote memorization and without forgetting quickly?
II. How many TOEIC vocabulary words should I learn?
👉 To aim for a score of 600 to 750 points, you should master 600 basic words + 500 advanced words.
However, quantity is not as important as the method of learning. Learning with the right method will help you:
- ✅ Remember words for longer
- ✅ Know how to use it in the right context
- ✅ Improve your reflexes when taking practice tests.
III. 3 methods for learning TOEIC vocabulary and remembering it for a long time – use them correctly.
1. Learn phrases and context.
Instead of learning individual words, learn phrases with clear context:
| Vocabulary | Common phrases | Translation |
|---|---|---|
| apply | apply for a job | apply for a job |
| schedule | be timely to meet | arranged to meet |
| delay | a flight delay | The flight was delayed. |
✨ You'll find it easier to remember because the brain remembers images and context – not just individual words.
👉 The Lingoland app for TOEIC Test features flashcards organized by phrase, along with real-life example sentences from TOEIC exams.
2. Spaced Repetition Technique
This is the most effective vocabulary learning method used globally.
📌 How it works:
- Day 1: Learn 20 new words
- Day 2: Review those 20 words + learn 10 new words.
- Days 4, 7, and 14: Review at intervals.
Benefits: Helps you transition from short-term to long-term learning, retaining information three times longer than reviewing it daily.
3. Make up a sentence or say it out loud.
A word truly belongs to you only when you can use it in spoken or written form.
- From: "approve" → My manager approved my request for leave.
- Word: "attend" → She participated in the meeting yesterday morning.
🗣️ Read the example sentence aloud – or write your own sentence related to work or life.
🎯 Tip: Practice speaking using the TOEIC vocabulary you just learned → improve your speaking skills.
IV. Common mistakes when studying for the TOEIC vocabulary
- ❌ Learning the word "loneliness" without examples → you'll forget it quickly.
- ❌ Studying too much at once → overload, confusion
- ❌ Learning only to "recognize words" but not knowing how to use them.
- ❌ Ignore "familiar" words in a new context (e.g., "interest" - which is both a noun and a verb).
➡️ Learning TOEIC vocabulary requires a strategy – not rote memorization.
V. Learn TOEIC vocabulary more effectively with the Lingoland for TOEIC Test app.
Lingoland for TOEIC Test is a comprehensive TOEIC test preparation app – specifically designed to help you learn vocabulary more easily every day.
📌 Key features:
- TOEIC vocabulary sets of 600+ and 1600+ words, categorized by topic.
- Smart flashcards – learn phrases and practical usage examples.
- Spaced Repetition system helps with long-term memory.
- Automatic study reminders + statistics on areas where you need improvement.
💡 In addition, you can immediately apply new vocabulary when practicing Listening, Reading, Speaking, and Writing within the app.
📲 One app – comprehensive vocabulary practice and TOEIC exam preparation!
✅ Download the Lingoland app for TOEIC Test now or visit __HOME__/r/toeic/ to learn TOEIC vocabulary that is easy to remember, easy to use, and helps you achieve high scores!
