PTE Academic, Listening
PTE Highlight Incorrect Words
You read a transcript while listening and click the words that differ from the audio.
Format and scoring
| Skill | Listening |
|---|---|
| How it's scored | Each correct word gains a mark and each wrong click loses one. |
| Weight (estimate) | About 14% of your listening score |
How to answer Highlight Incorrect Words
- 1Keep your eyes moving with the speaker.
- 2Click as soon as you hear a different word.
- 3Don't click words you're unsure about.
Common mistakes
- Losing your place and clicking at random.
Sample question
Mangrove forests
This is a listening question: open it in the app to hear the recording.