PTE Core Summarize Spoken Text Guide
About
Task: Hear a recording and summarize it
Audio Length: 45 sec – 75 sec
Answer Limit: 20-30 words
Number of Questions: Usually 1-2 Questions
Tips
1. Focus on hearing the key points to avoid getting a zero.
2. Make sure your grammar and spelling are correct for a higher score.
Time Span
1. You have 8 minutes for each summary. You can see the timer on the top right of the screen.
2. Finishing early doesn’t give you extra time for the next question.
3. Don’t rush; save 1-2 minutes to check your answer before submitting.
Practice Goal
Practice by listening to 1-2 sentences from recordings daily on the OnePTE’s website or app.