In the Speaking section of the Pearson PTE Academic test, we get Describe Image questions where we have to verbally describe images that appear on the screen. There are 3 to 4 such questions in the test. You can use our tried and tested Describe Image format to ace your PTE test.
Also, be on track with PTE exam dates and centers to have optimum preparation.
You might get bar graphs, line graphs, pie charts, diagrams, photographs, or maps to describe. Once an image appears on the screen, you are allocated 25 seconds to study it. Then, after 25 seconds, the microphone opens for 40 seconds.
How to answer Describe Image in PTE?
You can create a ready-made template to use while giving answers in the PTE Speaking test. If you incorporate elements from the image into the template, it would be an easy and reliable way to score high.
| Describe Image PTE Template |
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| The given image shows several trends and features. Looking closely at the image, I can deduce that the image contains different shapes, colors, texts, and numbers. Basically, a thorough analysis of the picture reveals a lot of detail. The image displays various things such as [word 1], [word 2], and [word 3]. Similarly, [word 4], [word 5], and [word 6] can be observed in the image. I can notice [word 7], [word 8], and [word 9]. However, the illustration also highlights [word 10], [word 11], and [word 12]. In conclusion, the picture provides important information. |
In the Describe Image format above, the parts such as [word1] and [word2] have to be replaced with words or numbers written on the image.
Memorize this script and say it as it is in the exam. Practice saying this within the 40 seconds time limit.
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How is PTE Describe Image marked?
Pearson’s Ordinate technology is at play in scoring the speaking portion of the PTE test. Factors such as speed and rhythm of speech, alongside voice quality, intonation, word choice, and pronunciation are taken into account by the computer.
Basically, there are three major criteria of judgement in Describe Image questions. They are Content, Pronunciation, and Oral Fluency.
Content is scored on a scale of 0 to 5. An answer which covers all the relevant parts of the image and their relationships and implications gets 5. The more elements from the image you fail to describe, the lower your score will be. Incorporating 12 items from the image into the template provided here would be sufficient to get the full score in the category of Content.
Pronunciation and Oral Fluency each are assigned a score from 0 to 5, with 5 being native-like use of the language and 0 being unrecognizable or inarticulate English. Practice saying the above format in a loud and clear manner without pauses or hesitations.
You can repeat the same Describe Image format for all the questions you get in the test.
To learn more about the PTE Marking System, click here »
PTE Describe Image Sample Answers
Almost everything you say in PTE Describe Image questions is the template. More than 85 percent of the script is fixed. You just need to use 12 words, numbers, or features you notice in the image in the places marked in the format.
| Describe Image PTE Template |
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| The given image shows several trends and features. Looking closely at the image, I can deduce that the image contains different shapes, colors, texts, and numbers. Basically, a thorough analysis of the picture reveals a lot of detail. The image displays various things such as [word 1], [word 2], and [word 3]. Similarly, [word 4], [word 5], and [word 6] can be observed in the image. I can notice [word 7], [word 8], and [word 9]. However, the illustration also highlights [word 10], [word 11], and [word 12]. In conclusion, the picture provides important information. |
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Graph: PTE Describe Image Sample Answers
Look at the graph below. In 25 seconds, please speak into the microphone and describe in detail what the graph is showing. You will have 40 seconds to give your response.
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| The given image shows several trends and features. Looking closely at the image, I can deduce that the image contains different shapes, colors, texts, and numbers. Basically, a thorough analysis of the picture reveals a lot of detail. The image displays various things such as invest, sales, and profit. Similarly, Year 1, Year 2, and Year 3 can be observed in the image. I can notice 4.3, 2.4, and 2. However, the illustration also highlights 3.5, 3.8, and 4.5. In conclusion, the picture provides important information. |
Diagram: PTE Describe Image Sample Answers
Look at the diagram below. In 25 seconds, please speak into the microphone and describe in detail what the diagram is showing. You will have 40 seconds to give your response.
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| The given image shows several trends and features. Looking closely at the image, I can deduce that the image contains different shapes, colors, texts, and numbers. Basically, a thorough analysis of the picture reveals a lot of detail. The image displays various things such as mature flower, ovules, and pistil. Similarly, ovary, style, and stigma can be observed in the image. I can notice stamen, filament, and anther. However, the illustration also highlights petal, sepal, and nectary. In conclusion, the picture provides important information. |
Photograph: PTE Describe Image Sample Answers
Look at the picture below. In 25 seconds, please speak into the microphone and describe in detail what the picture is showing. You will have 40 seconds to give your response.
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| The given image shows several trends and features. Looking closely at the image, I can deduce that the image contains different shapes, colors, texts, and numbers. Basically, a thorough analysis of the picture reveals a lot of detail. The image displays various things such as building, people, and flag. Similarly, sky, birds, and clouds can be observed in the image. I can notice men, women, and street. However, the illustration also highlights red, blue, and white. In conclusion, the picture provides important information. |
Map: PTE Describe Image Sample Answers
Look at the map below. In 25 seconds, please speak into the microphone and describe in detail what the map is showing. You will have 40 seconds to give your response.
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| The given image shows several trends and features. Looking closely at the image, I can deduce that the image contains different shapes, colors, texts, and numbers. Basically, a thorough analysis of the picture reveals a lot of detail. The image displays various things such as Algeria, Libya, and Egypt. Similarly, Turkey, Iraq, and Iran can be observed in the image. I can notice Angola, Zambia, and Namibia. However, the illustration also highlights Spain, Italy, and Greece. In conclusion, the picture provides important information. |
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I will be appearing for a test in June. Can I use this template?
Yes of course. Please share your score after the test. Best of luck.
Can I use this template now also?
Yes of course. Good luck for your test.
Hello, I book a test on 22 september, could I still use this template without penalized? does there any update? Thank you!
This format is working perfectly as of yet Ahmet.
Hello, I book a test on 10 July, could I still use this template without penalized? does there any update? Thank you!
My students have used this template as recently as last Thursday and have received very good scores in Speaking. So, use this Describe Image format without any worry.
does this template still work? would i get penalized for saying “different shapes, colors, texts, and numbers” etc for generic images?
This format works 100 percent.
how come?
The PTE test is evaluated by a computer algorithm, so if you use this format, it will fulfill all the requirements set forth by the algorithm. For more information, visit: https://www.pteielts.com/pte-marking-system-2023/
Thanks Gaurav. Reading somewhere there was an update to PTE algorithm, and this has led to low scores using templates. So was checking to see whether students are getting 79+ scores still using this template?
I have also noticed that some Youtube channels have claimed that there has been a change in PTE algorithm. But be assured that this template works, and students as recently as last week have tried this template to get good scores.