The sixth question type of the PTE listening module is Select Missing Words or SMW in short. PTE candidates will get 2 or 3 SMW questions in their test. And since these questions do not…
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How to improve concentration in PTE speaking
If you haven’t sat the PTE test before, then you would automatically assume that the conditions under which the PTE test is administered is like any other English Proficiency tests. Well, this is where you…
How is pronunciation scored/marked in PTE?
In the speaking section, the PTE test heavily relies on using a software called “voice to text” . This is also known as voice recognition or speech to text app. This is the same software…
Has PTE scoring changed based on the Concordance Report?
No, the PTE scoring has not changed yet as of to date 03/12/2020. The 2020 Concordance Report is a study initiated by the Pearson to align the score concordance between the IELTS and the PTE…
Highlight Incorrect Words in the PTE test
In this section of the Listening module, you are given a transcript of an audio track in which there are some words that are different from what you hear. Once the audio starts, follow the…
How many types of essays are there in PTE?
Broadly speaking, there are four types of essay topics in the PTE test. This post will discuss this matter with some examples for each topic. 1. Argument type In this type of PTE essay topic,…
Which PTE test center is good in my city?
The best PTE test center in any city around the world can be verified by a simple method. This post will discuss just that. Test date availability criterion PTE candidates, like in any other business,…
Free PTE mock test
A free PTE mock test, as the name implies, provides the test taker with a close to real PTE exam experience without any ifs, buts and strings attached. ThePTE.com’s scored free PTE mock test just…
Pearson English Test Reading sample
The PTE’s most important reading sections are Reading & Writing Fill in the Blanks (R&WFIB) and Reading Fill in the Blanks (RFIB). Some samples of these two sections will be covered here. 1. Reading &…
How many types of PTE test are there?
The PTE test comes in two versions; general and academic. This post will discuss both of these tests. 1. The PTE Academic test This is the most well-known test of the two. It is accepted…
Why are PTE results delayed?
There are three reasons why your PTE test result is delayed. One of them is related to technical issues with the main processing PC at your test center and the other two are related to…
What is PTE test reference number?
PTE test reference number is also known as registration ID. This number is on the right-hand side of your photo on your PTE score report. It is also printed vertically on the right-hand side of…
How long does PTE test last?
Around 3 hours. The PTE test can last as short as 2 hours and 45 minutes to the longest 3 hours and 15 minutes. If one PTE candidate gets the fewest number of questions in…
Can we take PTE exam online?
No, you cannot. In order to sit the PTE test, candidates need to appear at a PTE test center in person with a valid passport. Stringent security measures in place for this test (read more…
Can I book two PTE tests at a time?
No, you cannot. PTE candidates can book only one appointment at a time. If they want to book another appointment, they will need to reschedule the first one moving it to a later date or…
Do we have negative marking in PTE?
Yes, PTE candidates do get negative marking for wrong answers in certain PTE test items. This article will take a look at these questions. 1. Multiple-choice, choose multiple answers (Reading) In the Reading section, PTE…
Why my spelling score is low in PTE?
Your spelling score can be low because of the following reasons: 1. Essay Writing Your essay is the place where you type at least 200 words. So, ideally it is the best place to gauge…
How can I improve my PTE Speaking score?
To improve your PTE speaking score follow these tips: 1. Do not underestimate Repeat Sentence questions Repeat Sentence is by far the most important part of the PTE test. This section alone, with its 10-12…
Why my PTE writing score is low?
There are four reasons why a candidate would get a low score in their PTE writing. Follow the following strategies to resolve your issue. 1. Practice more R&WFIBL The lion’s share of your writing section…
How can I introduce myself in PTE exam?
You can introduce yourself just by mentioning your full name, age, where you come from and why you are sitting the PTE test. It is the easiest section of the PTE test because of the…
How can I practice PTE at home?
To practice PTE at home, follow the following four steps; 1. Get trained by professionals online The spread of COVID 19 throughout the world gave rise to working from home and, of course, online learning…
What is oral fluency in PTE?
Oral fluency is one of the six Enabling skills that the PTE-A scores you on. In linguistics, oral fluency refers to the ease with which a speaker would get his/her message across to the listener…
How important is Repeat Sentence in PTE?
Repeat sentence is the most important section of the PTE test. This item is the second section of the Speaking module and comes after the Read Aloud section. PTE candidates will get between 10-12 Repeat…
How many questions are there in PTE?
The minimum number of questions a candidate could get in a PTE-A test is 106 and the maximum is 136. Here is a breakdown for each. There are four sections of Speaking, Writing, Reading and…
What is the most difficult part in PTE?
The most difficult part of the PTE test according to a mean of 100 random PTE results is reading followed by writing. This post will discuss the reason for this. Most PTE candidates miss points…
What is the highest score in PTE?
The PTE score system ranges from the lowest 10 to the highest 90 points. If a candidate does not perform well in one of the enabling skills, pronunciation for example, then the score for that…
How to get 79 in PTE Reading
In order to get 79 in your PTE reading, make sure you follow the following steps: 1. Reading & Writing Fill in the Blanks (R&WFIB) This part of the Reading section gives you the highest…
How can I study for PTE?
The best way to study and prepare for the PTE test is to follow the following tips: 1. Get to know all components of the PTE test The PTE academic consists of four skills namely…
How many attempts are there for PTE?
There is no limit set as to how many times one can sit the PTE test. But, there are some rules in place. For example, candidates cannot book more than one date at a time….
How can I pass PTE writing?
In order to pass your PTE writing, you need to make sure you do the following things: 1. Use a template for your Summarized Written Tests (SWT) In this first part of the writing section,…