Part 1 takes 54-67 minutes to complete. Although this part requires you to demonstrate your Speaking and Writing skills, some integrated tasks assess your Reading or Listening skills, too.

Part 1 also assesses your grammar, oral fluency, pronunciation, spelling, vocabulary and written discourse. There are six different kinds of speaking tasks and two different kinds of writing task.

The first task in Part 1 is unscored and it requires you to start speaking, give a brief description of yourself and your goals. It also allows the system to identify your voice. This task is a good opportunity for you to introduce yourself, relax and get used to the equipment and the test environment.

• In the Speaking section complete between 1-5 tasks in total.
• In the Writing section test takers complete between 1-4 tasks in total.

These individual tasks take longer to complete than those in the Speaking section, and each task has its own strict time limit.

Here are some important tips for the Speaking and Writing sections of the PTE Academic test:

SPEAKING

• Speak English Regularly: Incorporate English into your daily life to improve fluency, pronunciation, and vocabulary.

• Listen Actively: Engage with English media such as songs, podcasts, or news broadcasts to understand different accents.

• Pronounce Clearly: Focus on pronouncing words correctly. Spend time on challenging sounds.

• Maintain Steady Pace: Avoid speaking to fast or too slow. Aim for a natural speed.

• Ensure Fluency: Minimize hesitation or unnecessary pauses.

• Record Yourself: Listen to your recordings to spot potential areas for improvement.

• Prepare Common Topics: Practice speaking on common topics to enhance your readiness.

WRITING

• Understand the Question: Comprehend the question fully before writing.

• Plan Your Answer: Create an outline to guide your response and ensure coverage of key points.

• Grammar Accuracy: Use correct grammar and practice different sentence structures.

• Expand Vocabulary: Build a robust vocabulary but avoid overly complex words unless you’re sure of their usage.

• Time Management: Keep an eye on the clock to ensure you have time for all questions.

• Proofread: Leave time at the end to check for any spelling or grammatical errors.

• Practice Writing: Regular writing practice can help improve speed, accuracy, and coherency.

PTE Writing and Speaking Section Format: Candidates must be aware that the PTE Writing Section of the PTE Test is combined with the PTE Speaking Section. We are going to start by showing you the PTE Writing Section topics that are covered under the PTE Speaking and Writing section:

Personal introduction

Remember, consistent practice is key for improvement. Try to take practice tests for a real test-like experience.

PTE Speaking and Writing Tasks