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Free TOEIC® Listening practice test

Practise all four TOEIC Listening parts online with real audio that plays once, exactly like the real computer-delivered test. 100 questions, an instant 5–495 score and a full review with the script for every question. Start without an account; sign in with an emailed code to see and keep your result.

Parts 1–4 · ~45 min · audio plays once · scored 5–495 · any device

Listening · Part 300:42
Where does the conversation most likely take place?
A At a train station
B At a public library
C At a community centre
Plays oncejust like test day
480 / 495instant Listening score
What's inside

What is on the TOEIC Listening test?

100 questions across four parts, in about 45 minutes. Every recording plays one time only.

100 questions, 4 parts

Parts 1 to 4, taken in about 45 minutes.
Part 1 · Photographs
Match a spoken sentence to a photo. 6 questions.
Part 2 · Question-Response
Pick the best spoken reply. Nothing is printed. 25 questions.
Part 3 · Conversations
Two or three speakers, three questions each. 39 questions.
Part 4 · Talks
One speaker: notices, voicemails, broadcasts. 30 questions.

Four English accents

The audio mixes American, British, Canadian and Australian speakers, so you cannot just train the one accent you know.

Every clip plays once

There is no replay and no pause. The moment a recording ends the test moves on, so you learn to catch the answer the first time.
1× only
no replay, no pause, auto-advance

Read while you listen

In Parts 3 and 4 some questions add a schedule, map or chart on screen. You match what you hear to the graphic, a classic TOEIC difficulty spike.

Instant 5–495 score

The second you finish, your Listening answers become a 5 to 495 score, with the parts and accents that cost you the most points.

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Nine full Listening sections, each a completely different set of questions, in the current official format. Pick one and start without an account; sign in with an emailed code to see and keep your result.

01FREE

Listening · Extra 1

Parts 1–4 · All levels
100 questions · ~45 min · scored 5–495
02PRO

Listening · Mock 2

Parts 1–4 · Target 700+
100 questions · ~45 min · scored 5–495
03PRO

Listening · Mock 3

Parts 1–4 · Target 860+
100 questions · ~45 min · scored 5–495
04PRO

Listening · Mock 4

Parts 1–4 · All levels
100 questions · ~45 min · scored 5–495
05PRO

Listening · Mock 5

Parts 1–4 · Target 700+
100 questions · ~45 min · scored 5–495
06PRO

Listening · Mock 6

Parts 1–4 · Target 860+
100 questions · ~45 min · scored 5–495
07PRO

Listening · Mock 7

Parts 1–4 · All levels
100 questions · ~45 min · scored 5–495
08PRO

Listening · Mock 8

Parts 1–4 · Target 700+
100 questions · ~45 min · scored 5–495
09PRO

Listening · Mock 9

Parts 1–4 · Target 860+
100 questions · ~45 min · scored 5–495
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Part by part · Listening

Parts 1–4 · Sample questions
2 samples per part · audio · transcripts
Why practise here

What makes our Listening practice different

Not another quiz with a replay button. Everything here is built to behave like the real computer-delivered TOEIC.

Four real accents

American, British, Canadian and Australian voices, the same accent mix as the official test, so nothing on test day sounds new.

Audio plays once, for real

No replay, no pause, and it auto-advances, so you build the one-shot focus most free tests quietly let you cheat.

Full script in the review

After you finish, read the transcript and replay every clip, so you see exactly what was said and why the answer is right.

AI finds your weak part

The report pinpoints whether Part 3 or Part 4, and which accent or question type, is costing you the most points.

Score higher

How to improve your TOEIC Listening score

The audio plays once, so Listening rewards preparation and focus more than raw vocabulary. These are the habits that move the score most.

Read the options first

In Parts 3 and 4, skim the printed questions and options before the audio starts so you know exactly what to listen for.

Never dwell

If you miss one, let it go and lock onto the next. Chasing a lost answer costs you the following questions too.

Train with the one-time audio

Always practise with a single play and auto-advance. If you pause or replay, you are not building the skill the real test measures.

Review the script

After each test, read the script for every question you missed. Patterns (paraphrase, distractors, weak forms) repeat, and naming them is how you stop losing those points.

Format at a glance

TOEIC Listening Parts 1 to 4, side by side

The whole section is 100 questions in about 45 minutes, and every recording plays once. Here is exactly what you hear, how many questions each part carries, and what appears on your screen.

PartWhat you hearQuestionsOn your screen
Part 1Photographs. One photo, then four spoken statements that describe it.6The photo only. The four statements are audio.
Part 2Question-Response. One spoken question or statement, then three spoken replies.25Nothing is printed, everything is audio.
Part 3Conversations. 13 conversations between two or three speakers.39The three questions and answer choices, plus a graphic on some sets.
Part 4Talks. 10 short talks by one speaker: a voicemail, notice or broadcast.30The three questions and answer choices, plus a graphic on some sets.
All fourFour accents: American, British, Canadian and Australian, mixed throughout, each clip playing one time.100About 45 minutes in total, scored 5 to 495, with no penalty for a wrong answer.
Your score, explained

What your TOEIC Listening score means

The Listening section is scored from 5 to 495. ETS maps those points to the CEFR, the international scale of English levels, so you can set a target and read your result at a glance.

Listening scoreCEFR levelWhat a listener at this level can do
490–495C1 · ProficientFollows long, demanding talks and catches implied meaning, even on unfamiliar topics.
400–485B2 · VantageFollows extended speech and most conversations at natural speed. A strong, employer-ready level.
275–395B1 · ThresholdUnderstands clear standard speech on familiar work, study and everyday topics.
110–270A2 · WaystageCatches short, simple exchanges and basic personal or routine information.
60–105A1 · BreakthroughUnderstands very slow, clear speech about immediate, concrete needs.
5–55Pre-A1Building the basics. Drill high-frequency words and short spoken phrases first.

Ranges follow ETS's published Listening section minimums for each CEFR level (A2 from 110, B1 from 275, B2 from 400, C1 from 490). ETS offers these as guidelines, not rigid cut scores. On the combined Listening and Reading scale of 10 to 990, roughly 785 and up is widely treated as a good total.

Avoid these

Common TOEIC Listening mistakes

Most lost Listening points come from a handful of habits, not from weak English. Catch these four and the score often climbs on its own.

Reading the options too late

If you only look at the answer choices once the audio starts, you spend the recording reading instead of listening, and Parts 3 and 4 punish that hard.

▸ Preview the three questions in the seconds before each clip.

Picking the word you recognise

An option that repeats a word from the audio is usually the trap. TOEIC rewards the paraphrase, so the right answer often uses different words for the same idea.

▸ Match the meaning, not the matching word.

Leaving an answer blank

There is no penalty for a wrong answer, so a blank is a wasted point. Every unanswered question should still get a guess before the audio moves on.

▸ Always fill in a letter, even when unsure.

Freezing on one accent

Learners who trained only on American audio often stall on the British or Australian voices. All four accents appear, so one unfamiliar speaker should not cost you a whole conversation.

▸ Practise with the full four-accent mix, not one voice.
Listening practice, answered

TOEIC Listening FAQ

How many questions are in the TOEIC Listening section?
The TOEIC Listening section has 100 questions across four parts: Part 1 Photographs (6), Part 2 Question-Response (25), Part 3 Conversations (39) and Part 4 Talks (30). It takes about 45 minutes and is scored from 5 to 495.
Does the TOEIC Listening audio play more than once?
No. On the real TOEIC test each recording plays one time only, with no replay. Our practice test works the same way and auto-advances after the audio, so you build the pacing and focus the real test demands.
Is this TOEIC Listening practice test free?
Yes. The first full-length TOEIC Listening test is free, forever, with real audio and an instant 5 to 495 score, and a Pro pass opens all 9. No credit card is needed. Start without an account; sign in with an emailed code to see and keep your result.
What is a good TOEIC Listening score?
The Listening section is scored from 5 to 495. Around 400 and above is strong and maps to roughly CEFR B2 on Listening. Most employers look at the combined Listening and Reading total, where 785 and above is widely considered good.
What are the four parts of TOEIC Listening?
Part 1 is Photographs (choose the statement that best describes a picture), Part 2 is Question-Response (choose the best reply to a spoken question), Part 3 is Conversations (short dialogues with three questions each), and Part 4 is Talks (short monologues with three questions each).
How can I improve my TOEIC Listening score fast?
Read the answer options before the audio starts so you know what to listen for, keep pace and never dwell on a missed question, and take regular full Listening sections so the one-time audio and auto-advance feel natural. Our AI coach then ranks the exact question types costing you the most points.
Is there a transcript for the TOEIC Listening practice?
Yes. After you finish, the review shows each question with the audio you can replay and the script, so you can see exactly what was said and why the right answer is correct.
How long is the TOEIC Listening section?
About 45 minutes for all 100 questions across Parts 1 to 4. The audio sets the pace, so the section moves at a fixed speed rather than being self-paced.
Can I practise TOEIC Listening on my phone?
Yes. The Listening practice test works on any device with sound, so you can practise on your phone, tablet or laptop. Use headphones for the clearest audio.
Should I practise Listening on its own or take a full mock?
Both help. Practise Listening on its own to drill a weak part like Part 3 or 4, and take a full two-hour Listening and Reading mock closer to test day to build stamina and pacing across the whole exam.
What accents are used on the TOEIC Listening test?
The TOEIC Listening test mixes four accents: American, British, Canadian and Australian. Our practice tests use the same mix, so you train to understand every speaker, not just the accent you studied.
Which is harder, TOEIC Part 3 or Part 4?
Both Part 3 (Conversations) and Part 4 (Talks) carry three questions each and are where most points are lost. Part 4 has a single speaker with denser information, while Part 3 adds a second or third speaker to track. Our report tells you which one is costing you more.
Do the TOEIC Listening tests come with a transcript?
Yes. After you finish, the review shows every question with the audio you can replay and the full script, so you can read exactly what was said and see why the correct answer is correct.
Are the TOEIC Listening questions printed, or only spoken?
It depends on the part. In Part 1 and Part 2 nothing is printed, so you work from the audio alone. In Part 3 and Part 4 the three questions and their answer choices are on the screen, and some sets also show a graphic such as a schedule, map or chart.
Do I lose points for wrong answers on the TOEIC Listening test?
No. TOEIC does not penalise wrong answers, so a blank is simply a lost point. Always mark your best guess before the audio moves on, because an unanswered question can never score.
How many conversations and talks are on the TOEIC Listening test?
Part 3 has 13 conversations with three questions each, which is 39 questions, and Part 4 has 10 talks with three questions each, which is 30 questions. Together they make up 69 of the 100 Listening questions.
What CEFR level is a 400 TOEIC Listening score?
400 is the score ETS sets as the minimum for CEFR B2 (Vantage) on the Listening section. B2 means you can follow extended speech and most conversations at natural speed, the level many universities and employers look for.
Can I take the TOEIC Listening section without the Reading section?
On the official test, Listening and Reading are taken together in one sitting, with Listening first. For practice you can drill the Listening section on its own here, which is the fastest way to fix a weak Part 3 or Part 4 before test day.
Question types

Every TOEIC Listening question type, explained

The four Listening parts each reward a different skill. Here is what each one really tests, and the habit that gets the points.

Part 1 · Photographs

You see one photo and hear four statements; choose the one that matches. Every option often describes the picture a little, so the answer hides in the verb and one small detail, who is doing what, and where.

▸ Scan the photo and predict the action before the audio starts.

Part 2 · Question-Response

You hear a question and three spoken replies, nothing printed. Indirect answers such as “I am not sure, ask Tom” are usually correct, while a reply that echoes a word from the question is usually the trap.

▸ Catch the first word, Who, When or Why, and two options fall away.

Part 3 · Conversations

Two or three speakers, three questions each, sometimes with a chart on screen. Read the three questions first so you know what to listen for, and watch for a speaker changing their mind.

▸ Answers arrive in order: question 1 early, question 3 near the end.

Part 4 · Talks

One speaker, a voicemail, announcement or broadcast. The purpose and the audience are almost always asked, and the setting is set in the first sentence.

▸ The first ten seconds usually answer who is speaking and why.
Simple to start

How to prepare for TOEIC Listening

Three steps from a first Listening mock to a higher 5–495, without wasting time on parts you already own.

1

Sit a free Listening section

Take a full Parts 1–4 section to get a baseline 5–495 and see how you cope when the audio plays once.

2

Find your weakest part

The report breaks your score down by part. Most learners lose the most in Part 3 or Part 4, where speed and detail collide.

3

Drill it, then re-sit

Work that part with the AI coach, then sit a fresh full section so the one-time audio and pacing feel automatic.

Keep going

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