PTE Speaking
: 1.1Read Aloud
Read Aloud is a long-answer PTE Speaking task type. It tests your ability to read a short text aloud using correct pronunciation and intonation.
Attempt PTE Speaking SectionA series of text appears on the test screen. One has to read the text aloud. The length of the text can be up to 60 words.
Attempt Unscored Practice TestA countdown timer shows the time left before the recorder starts recording. You will have 30-40 seconds before speaking into the microphone. After hearing a short tone/beep sound, start speaking immediately with a clear voice.
Attempt Scored Mock TestYour score in PTE Read Aloud is based on three factors- Content, Oral Fluency & Pronunciation. You get the scores for content by the number of correct words in your response. Oral Fluency checks your rhythm and smoothness of your response. Pronunciation is scored based on how correctly you pronounce the words of the content.
Break the text into meaningful chunks using punctuation. The punctuations like (/ : ;) will help you understand where and how you need to pause. The same helps in reading fluently and improving the score.
One should always try to stress the words or phrases that are being used to convey an important message. You can read them slightly louder with a strong emphasis on important syllables.
Repeat Sentence is a short-answer PTE Speaking task type. It tests your skills to listen and memorize the sentence in the audio. You will have to record the sentence that you have heard in exactly the same words.
Attempt PTE Speaking SectionThe task involves listening to a recording of a sentence and repeating it. The audio length ranges from 3 - 10 seconds.
Attempt Unscored Practice TestIn this subsection, the audio plays automatically. Speak into the microphone as soon as the recorder shows the "Recording" status. Try to repeat the exact words that you have heard.
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Your score in PTE Repeat Sentence is based on three factors- Content, Oral Fluency & Pronunciation. Content is determined by analyzing the proportion of your response that is correct. Oral fluency takes into consideration the pace, intonation and stress for the particular sentence. The pronunciation should be comprehensible by the computer system.
One will have higher chances of scoring if the correct word sequences are repeated. Hence it is very important to remain attentive and listen to the phrase properly.
Try to understand and copy the way in which the speaker uses stress and punctuation. Always try to speak with a fresh mind and clear tone.
Describe Image is a long-answer PTE Speaking task type. It tests your ability to describe image aloud using correct pronunciation and intonation.
Attempt PTE Speaking SectionAn image will appear on your screen. One has to describe the image in detail. The answer duration is 40 sections.
Attempt Unscored Practice TestIn this task type; an image will appear on the screen. In 25 seconds; you have to speak into the microphone. Once you hear the beep sound; you have 40 seconds to describe the image.
Attempt Scored Mock TestGENERAL TIPS
You get scores for content on the systematic presentation of the given image. The Scores for Oral Fluency considers your pace, intonation, and rhythm for your response. Pronunciation is scored on the basis of the comprehensibility of the content.
One should always try to understand the main idea behind the image. Quickly note down the ideas and phrases that relate to the main information. You can put them in sentences when you start speaking.
Make sure to arrange the pattern and the flow of content. The more organized your content, the better are the chances of scoring.
Re-tell lecture is a long answer PTE Speaking task type.It tests your ability to give a presentation on information from a lecture on an academic.
Attempt Speaking SectionOne needs to re-tell the lecture is their own words. The length of the recording can be up to 90 seconds. After listening to or watching a lecture, re-tell the lecture in your own words.
Attempt Unscored Practice TestThe audio starts playing automatically. Listen to the audio carefully. Once you hear a beep sound; start speaking into your microphone immediately.
Attempt Scored Mock TestGENERAL TIPS
You get scores for content by stating the relevant facts and figures for the lecture. Scores for oral fluency is allotted by analyzing the tone, stress, linking in your response. Pronunciation is determined by clarity of your response.
One should always try to understand the main idea behind the audio. Quickly note down the ideas and phrases that relate to the main information. You can put them in sentences when you start speaking.
Since you will have only 40 seconds to convey your message. Make sure that you use them wisely and with effectiveness. Try to narrate the main topic.
Answer short question is a short-answer PTE Speaking task type. It tests your ability to understand a question presented in the recording and provide a brief and accurate response.
Attempt PTE Speaking SectionIn this task type, you will hear a question in the audio. Based on your understanding; you will have to give the correct answer within a word or a group of words in the specified time frame.
Attempt Unscored Practice TestSpeak into the microphone as soon as it starts. Make sure to record the answer before the progress bar reaches the end.
Attempt Scored Mock TestGENERAL TIPS
Each correct answer will get you scores for the content part. For oral fluency; you have to record your answers without any pauses. Your answer should be crystal clear to get scores for pronunciation.
Avoid long pauses at all costs. If you pause for more than two seconds, the recording status changes to recorded.
Keep it short, simple, and exact. You will lose marks for long and wavy answers. Try to be precise.
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