- Summarize Spoken TextListen to a short lecture (60–90 seconds), then write a 50–70 word summary in 10 minutes. It counts towards…
- Write from DictationListen to a short sentence and type it exactly. You get a point for each correct…
- Highlight Correct SummaryListen to a short talk, then choose the summary or answer that matches it…
- Fill in the BlanksType the missing words while you listen to the recording. Good spelling and fast typing make a big…
- Multiple ChoiceListen to a recording and choose the right answer or answers. Be careful: multiple answers has negative…
- Select Missing WordThe recording stops before the last word or words. Choose the option that best completes…
- Highlight Incorrect WordsFollow the transcript while you listen, and click the words that are different from what the speaker…
About the audio: your browser reads our practice recordings aloud using its built-in voice, preferring an Australian voice if your device has one. On test day you'll hear real speakers with a range of accents, so also listen to podcasts, lectures and the news.
Listening tips
- Use the noteboard. Write keywords, numbers and names, not sentences.
- Listen for signposts: the main reason, however, in conclusion.
- Don't guess in Highlight Incorrect Words or multiple-answer questions. Wrong clicks cost points.
Frequently asked questions
What are the PTE listening tasks?
Summarize Spoken Text, Multiple Choice, Fill in the Blanks, Highlight Correct Summary, Select Missing Word, Highlight Incorrect Words and Write from Dictation.
Which PTE listening task matters most?
Write from Dictation is worth a lot for listening and writing, so practise it every day.
Can I replay the audio in the real test?
No. You hear each recording once, so practise listening carefully the first time.