Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic 2025 is a 2-hour computer-based test assessing English language proficiency for non-native speakers, widely accepted for study and immigration in countries like Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and the UK. It features 52–64 questions across four sections: Speaking and Writing, Reading, and Listening. Using an AI-based Automated Scoring System, it includes 20 question types. This article covers the PTE Repeat Sentence task, a key component of the Speaking section that contributes to both Speaking and Listening scores. We’ll discuss Repeat Sentence tips, practice strategies, and how to maximize your score in 2025.
PTE Repeat Sentence - PTE Speaking
In the PTE Repeat Sentence task for the 2025 exam, after listening to a short sentence recording, repeat it as accurately as possible.- Prompt Length: 3–9 seconds
- Skills Assessed: Listening and Speaking
- Time to Answer: Recording starts automatically after the prompt; approximately 15 seconds to respond
- Total Number of PTE Repeat Sentence Questions: 10–12
- Repeat Sentence is scored on Content (3 points), Pronunciation (5 points), and Oral Fluency (5 points).
How PTE Repeat Sentence is Scored?
Content assesses the accuracy of the repeated sentence. Oral Fluency evaluates the smoothness and natural flow of your speech with appropriate pacing. Pronunciation measures how clearly and correctly you articulate the words.
Content | 3 |
Oral Fluency | 5 |
Pronunciation | 5 |
Repeat Sentence Practice Schedule - PTE Speaking Practice
Repeat Sentence Tips and Tricks
- Listen actively: Focus on the sentence’s structure and keywords to accurately repeat it and maximize your Content score.
- Speak clearly: Deliver the sentence naturally and clearly to ensure the AI scoring system captures your speech accurately.
- Pause appropriately: Pause at commas and full stops to enhance Oral Fluency and mimic natural speech.
- Maintain a conversational pace: Speak at a natural, moderate pace using the 2025 PTE test centers’ sensitive microphones for optimal clarity.
- Practice with headphones: Use high-quality headphones with a microphone to simulate the 2025 PTE test environment.
- Avoid self-corrections: Continue speaking even if you mispronounce a word to maintain fluency and avoid score penalties.
- Use proper intonation: Adjust your tone for questions or statements to reflect natural sentence flow.
- Repeat at least 80% of content: Aim to repeat at least 80% of the sentence accurately to maximize your Content score (3 points).
- Use mock tests: Practice with 2025 PTE mock tests to simulate the exam environment and improve accuracy.