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Templates are scaffolds, not scripts
Every slot in [brackets] must be filled with content from the real task. PTE scores content as well as form, so a framework helps you organise and stay in the limits, but memorised sentences that do not match the prompt can cost content marks. Learn the shape, then adapt it every time.
Use a template to save thinking time, not to avoid thinking
The structure should be automatic so your attention goes to the specific details, the argument or the exact words — the parts that actually earn the score.
Speaking
Describe Image
You have about 25 seconds to prepare and 40 seconds to speak. Name the visual, lead with the standout feature, add specifics, then close. Keep it fluent and steady — pronunciation and oral fluency carry the score.
Describe Image~40 seconds speaking
This [chart / graph / map / diagram / picture] shows [topic].
The most noticeable feature is [highest / lowest / biggest point].
In addition, [second detail], while [third detail or comparison].
Overall, the image suggests that [one-line takeaway].
Filled exampleThis bar chart shows coffee consumption in four countries. The most noticeable feature is that Finland has the highest consumption. In addition, Italy is second, while Japan has the lowest of the four. Overall, the image suggests that consumption is far higher in northern Europe.
Retell Lecture
You hear a short lecture, get about 10 seconds, then speak for up to 40 seconds. Capture topic, two or three points and a takeaway. Note keywords while listening so your slots are ready.
Retell Lecture~40 seconds speaking
The lecture was about [topic].
The speaker first explained [point 1].
Then the speaker discussed [point 2], for example [example].
The speaker also mentioned [point 3].
In conclusion, the lecture showed that [takeaway].
Filled exampleThe lecture was about renewable energy. The speaker first explained how solar costs have fallen. Then the speaker discussed storage, for example large-scale batteries. The speaker also mentioned grid reliability. In conclusion, the lecture showed that renewables are now competitive with fossil fuels.
Writing
Write Essay
200–300 words in about 20 minutes. A four-paragraph shape keeps you inside the word gate and gives every paragraph a job. Fill it with a real position and real examples.
Write Essay200–300 words
Intro: [paraphrase the prompt]. This essay will argue that [your position] because of [reason A] and [reason B].
Body 1: Firstly, [reason A]. This matters because [explanation]. For example, [example].
Body 2: Secondly, [reason B]. In practice, [explanation], as shown by [example].
Conclusion: In conclusion, [restate position]. Overall, [final thought].
Summarize Written Text
One single sentence, 5–75 words. Join the main idea to its key support with a relative clause and a conjunction. One accurate complex sentence beats a long one that collapses.
Summarize Written TextOne sentence, 5–75 words
[main idea of the passage], which [key supporting detail], and [second detail or consequence].
Filled exampleUrban green spaces improve residents' health, which lowers stress and encourages exercise, and they also reduce city temperatures during heatwaves.
Listening
Summarize Spoken Text
50–70 words in 10 minutes. Note the topic and main points while listening, then join them into a short, tidy paragraph.
Summarize Spoken Text50–70 words
The lecture discussed [topic]. The speaker explained [point 1] and [point 2]. Additionally, [point 3]. Overall, [conclusion].
Task timings, word limits and scoring traits follow Pearson PTE Academic test format. Templates are original PrepEx frameworks. Checked July 3, 2026.