PTE Summarize Spoken Text Template

Listen to a ~60–90 second lecture, then write a 50–70 word summary in 10 minutes.

SST

Summarize Spoken Text

10 min

Listen to a ~60–90 second lecture, then write a 50–70 word summary in 10 minutes.

Template

The speaker discussed [topic].
They explained that [point 1] and [point 2].
Furthermore, [point 3 / an example].
Overall, the talk highlighted that [main conclusion].

When to use: Use for every SST item. Take keyword notes while listening, then expand them into this 3–4 sentence frame. Hitting the 50–70 word range is essential for the form mark.

Worked example

The speaker discussed the benefits of bilingualism. They explained that learning two languages improves memory and that it delays cognitive decline. Furthermore, bilingual children often show better problem-solving skills. Overall, the talk highlighted that speaking more than one language offers lasting mental advantages.

Tips

Keep it 50–70 words — count roughly as you write; outside the range loses form marks.
Note keywords (topic + 3 points) while listening; you only hear it once.
Use full, correctly punctuated sentences — grammar and spelling are scored.
Leave a minute to fix spelling and check the word count.

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PTE Summarize Spoken Text Template

Listen to a ~60–90 second lecture, then write a 50–70 word summary in 10 minutes.

SST

Summarize Spoken Text

10 min

Listen to a ~60–90 second lecture, then write a 50–70 word summary in 10 minutes.

Template

The speaker discussed [topic].
They explained that [point 1] and [point 2].
Furthermore, [point 3 / an example].
Overall, the talk highlighted that [main conclusion].

When to use: Use for every SST item. Take keyword notes while listening, then expand them into this 3–4 sentence frame. Hitting the 50–70 word range is essential for the form mark.

Worked example

Tips

Keep it 50–70 words — count roughly as you write; outside the range loses form marks.
Note keywords (topic + 3 points) while listening; you only hear it once.
Use full, correctly punctuated sentences — grammar and spelling are scored.
Leave a minute to fix spelling and check the word count.

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A template is only the start. On CompletePTE you get instant, rubric-based AI scoring on real Summarize Spoken Text questions — so you can see whether your answer actually earns the marks.

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