PTE Repeat Sentence
What is “Repeat
Sentence” in PTE?
In this task, you
will:
- Hear a
sentence (3–9 seconds)
- You must
repeat it exactly the same
- Tests:
- Listening
skill
- Speaking
fluency
- Memory
Overall
Importance
- One of the highest
scoring tasks in PTE Speaking
- Contributes
to:
- Speaking
score
- Listening
score
Doing well here
can boost your overall band significantly (even 10–15 marks)
How Scoring is
Calculated
Your answer is
evaluated based on 3 main criteria:
1. Content (Most Important)
- Did you
repeat the sentence correctly?
Scoring logic:
- ✅
Full sentence correct → Full marks
- Minor
mistakes → Partial marks
- ❌
Completely wrong → Zero
Even if you miss
some words, you still get marks!
2. Oral Fluency
- Smoothness
of your speech
You should:
- Speak
continuously
- Avoid long
pauses
- Maintain
natural speed
❌ Hesitation = marks reduced
3. Pronunciation
- How clearly
you speak
Focus on:
- Clear words
- Correct
stress
- Understandable
accent
Accent
(Nepali/Indian) is OK if clear
Example of Scoring
Sentence:
“The university
will announce the results next week.”
Your responses:
✅ Best Answer:
“The university will announce the results next week.”
✔ Full marks
Partial
Answer:
“The university will announce results next week.”
✔ Good marks (small word missing)
❌ Poor Answer:
“The results next week university announce.”
❌ Very low marks
Score Range
(Approximate Idea)
Each question:
- Content: 0–3
points
- Fluency: 0–5
points
- Pronunciation:
0–5 points
Total per
question contributes to overall score (not shown individually in exam)
Key Strategy for High
Score (79+)
✔ Priority Order:
1.
Content
2.
Fluency
3.
Pronunciation
Meaning
+ structure > perfection
Important Truth
- You do NOT
need 100% correct sentences
- Even 60–70%
accuracy + good fluency = high score
Pro Tips to Max Score
- Speak
immediately (no delay)
- Don’t stop
mid-sentence
- Repeat as
much as you remember
- Keep grammar
structure correct
Golden
Rule
“Say something smooth and meaningful rather
than staying silent.”
Most
Effective Tips
1. Focus on Meaning, Not Words
Don’t try to
memorize every word.
Understand the idea of the sentence.
Example:
“The lecture was postponed due to
technical issues.”
Think: lecture delayed because of problem
2. Use “Chunking Technique”
Break sentence
into parts:
Example:
“Students are
required / to submit assignments / before Friday.”
✔ Repeat in chunks:
- Students are
required
- to submit
assignments
- before Friday
3. Start Immediately
- Don’t wait
too long
- Speak as
soon as recording starts
4. Keep Natural Rhythm & Intonation
- Speak like a
normal conversation
- Don’t sound
robotic ❌
5. Don’t Panic If You Forget
- Repeat what
you remember
- Fluency
matters more than perfection
6. Practice Short-Term Memory
- Listen to
English podcasts
- Repeat
immediately after listening
Common Mistakes
- ❌ Long pauses
- ❌ Wrong
pronunciation
- ❌ Changing
sentence meaning
- ❌ Speaking
too fast/slow
Useful Strategy
Template
When listening:
- Identify subject
+ verb + key words
When speaking:
- Speak
clearly + confidently
- Maintain
full sentence structure
Practice
Questions with Answers
1.
Sentence:
“The professor explained the concept in a very simple way.”
✅ Answer:
“The professor explained the concept in a very simple way.”
2.
Sentence:
“Climate change is affecting many parts of the world.”
✅ Answer:
“Climate change is affecting many parts of the world.”
3.
Sentence:
“Students should submit their assignments before the deadline.”
✅ Answer:
“Students should submit their assignments before the deadline.”
4.
Sentence:
“The meeting has been postponed until next week.”
✅ Answer:
“The meeting has been postponed until next week.”
5.
Sentence:
“Technology has improved communication in many ways.”
✅ Answer:
“Technology has improved communication in many ways.”
6.
Sentence:
“The library is open from nine in the morning.”
✅ Answer:
“The library is open from nine in the morning.”
7.
Sentence:
“He completed the project despite facing many challenges.”
✅ Answer:
“He completed the project despite facing many challenges.”
8.
Sentence:
“Regular exercise is important for maintaining good health.”
✅ Answer:
“Regular exercise is important for maintaining good health.”
9.
Sentence:
“The company is planning to expand its business globally.”
✅ Answer:
“The company is planning to expand its business globally.”
10.
Sentence:
“She gave a detailed explanation about the new policy.”
✅ Answer:
“She gave a detailed explanation about the new policy.”
Pro Practice Tip
Daily practice:
- Listen →
Pause → Repeat
- Use apps
like YouTube or BBC Learning English
Bonus Trick (Exam
Hack)
If you forget:
Keep structure:
Subject + verb +
key idea
Example:
“The lecture was postponed due to
technical issues.”
You say:
“The lecture
was postponed because of technical problems.”
PTE
Repeat Sentence – Practice Set (20 Questions)
1
The research paper was published in an
international journal last year.
✅ Answer: The research paper was published in
an international journal last year.
2
Students must attend all lectures to complete
the course successfully.
✅ Answer: Students must attend all lectures to
complete the course successfully.
3
The university provides a wide range of
academic resources for students.
✅ Answer: The university provides a wide range
of academic resources for students.
4
The manager asked the team to submit the
report by Monday morning.
✅ Answer: The manager asked the team to submit
the report by Monday morning.
5
The conference will focus on recent
developments in technology and science.
✅ Answer: The conference will focus on recent
developments in technology and science.
6
She decided to continue her studies despite
facing financial difficulties.
✅ Answer: She decided to continue her studies
despite facing financial difficulties.
7
The government has introduced new policies to
improve the education system.
✅ Answer: The government has introduced new
policies to improve the education system.
8
The lecture covered several important topics
related to environmental issues.
✅ Answer: The lecture covered several important
topics related to environmental issues.
9
He was unable to attend the meeting due to
unforeseen circumstances.
✅ Answer: He was unable to attend the meeting
due to unforeseen circumstances.
10
The library offers both digital and printed
materials for research purposes.
✅ Answer: The library offers both digital and
printed materials for research purposes.
11
The company is planning to launch a new
product in the global market.
✅ Answer: The company is planning to launch a
new product in the global market.
12
Regular practice is essential for improving
language skills effectively.
✅ Answer: Regular practice is essential for
improving language skills effectively.
13
The professor emphasized the importance of
critical thinking in education.
✅ Answer: The professor emphasized the
importance of critical thinking in education.
14
The meeting was canceled because several
members were unavailable.
✅ Answer: The meeting was canceled because
several members were unavailable.
15
The course includes both theoretical knowledge
and practical experience.
✅ Answer: The course includes both theoretical
knowledge and practical experience.
16
The students were encouraged to participate
actively in classroom discussions.
✅ Answer: The students were encouraged to
participate actively in classroom discussions.
17
The project requires careful planning and
effective time management skills.
✅ Answer: The project requires careful planning
and effective time management skills.
18
The university campus is equipped with modern
facilities and infrastructure.
✅ Answer: The university campus is equipped
with modern facilities and infrastructure.
19
The results of the experiment were analyzed
using advanced statistical methods.
✅ Answer: The results of the experiment were
analyzed using advanced statistical methods.
20
She gave a presentation on the impact of
social media on communication.
✅ Answer: She gave a presentation on the impact
of social media on communication.
How to
Practice (Important)
Follow this method:
1.
Read
once
2.
Cover
the sentence
3.
Repeat
aloud
4.
Check
accuracy
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