{"id":3776,"date":"2023-01-28T10:55:05","date_gmt":"2023-01-28T10:55:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/?p=3776"},"modified":"2023-01-28T10:55:05","modified_gmt":"2023-01-28T10:55:05","slug":"pte-speaking-components-and-preparation-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/pte-speaking-components-and-preparation-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"PTE Speaking: Components and Preparation Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

PTE (Pearson Test of English) is a computer-based English language proficiency test that assesses four skills of candidates, i.e., listening, reading<\/strong>, writing<\/strong><\/a>,<\/strong> and speaking<\/strong><\/a>. The PTE<\/strong><\/a> exam is widely accepted by various universities for students looking to study abroad. Further, PTE results are also considered by some countries for visa applications. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The PTE exam has found widespread acceptance owing to the fact that it is designed to reflect the real-life use of the English<\/strong><\/a> language. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conducting Body<\/td>Pearson PLC Group<\/td><\/tr>
Exam Type<\/td>English Proficiency Exam<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr>
Mode of Examination  <\/td>Online, Computer Based<\/td><\/tr>
Sections<\/td>Reading, Speaking, Writing, Listening<\/td><\/tr>
Duration Of the Exam<\/td>Two hours<\/td><\/tr>
Fees of exam<\/td>INR 15,900<\/td><\/tr>
Official website<\/td>www.pearsonpte.com<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

PTE Speaking Section<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As stated above, the PTE is divided into the broad sections of reading, speaking, writing and listening. During the speaking section, as the name suggests, the exam measures an individual’s ability to speak English<\/strong>. The test is designed to assess the ability to communicate effectively in real-life situations. The test is designed in a manner to test specific aspects of speaking such as <\/strong>pronunciation<\/strong>, fluency, and comprehension. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is pertinent to mention here that the speaking and writing sections of the PTE exam are combined and go together. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also Read: 5 Steps to Prepare for PTE at Home<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Components of the PTE Speaking Section<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The PTE Speaking section is divided into six tasks, i.e., Personal Introduction, Read Aloud, Repeat Sentence, Describe Image, Re-Tell Lecture, and Answer Short Question. Each section is designed to test the speaking skills of the candidate with a focus on pronunciation, fluency and comprehension. The components of the PTE speaking test are discussed in detail below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Segment<\/strong><\/td>Task<\/strong><\/td>Prompt Length<\/strong><\/td>Time to Answer<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Personal Introduction<\/strong><\/a><\/td>This section requires the test-taker to introduce themselves by providing their name, where they come from, and what they do. This section is designed to assess the test-taker’s ability to introduce themselves in a clear and fluent manner. Candidates should note that this question does not contribute to the score and is for familiarization purposes only.<\/td> 25 sec<\/td>30 sec<\/td><\/tr>
Read Aloud<\/strong><\/a><\/td>This section requires the test-taker to read a text aloud. This section is designed to assess the test taker’s ability to read English text aloud accurately and fluently. During this section, a text will appear on the screen which the candidates will need to read aloud.<\/td>Text up to 60 words<\/td>Varies by item, depending on the length of text.<\/td><\/tr>
Repeat Sentence<\/strong><\/a><\/td>This section requires the test-taker to repeat a sentence spoken by the computer. This section is designed to assess the test taker’s ability to understand and repeat spoken English accurately.<\/td>3\u20139 seconds<\/td>15 sec<\/td><\/tr>
Describe Image<\/strong><\/a><\/td>During this section, an image will appear on the screen which the candidates will need to describe in detail.<\/td>Not applicable<\/td>40 sec<\/td><\/tr>
Re-tell Lecture<\/strong><\/td>This section requires the test-taker to listen to a lecture and then re-tell the lecture in their own words. This section is designed to assess the candidate\u2019s ability to understand spoken English and to summarise the main points of a lecture accurately.<\/td>Up to 90 seconds<\/td>40 sec<\/td><\/tr>
Answer Short Question<\/td>This section requires the test-taker to answer a question spoken by the computer. Such an answer should be crisp and to the point. This section is designed to assess the candidate\u2019s ability to understand spoken English and to answer questions accurately.<\/td>3\u20139 seconds<\/td>10 seconds<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

As stated above, the speaking and writing section is combined in the PTE and is 54-67 minutes long. This is the longest section of the exam. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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