Write from Dictation · Part 3: Listening

The visiting speaker used to be a lecturer in this…

5 students marked "I sat this"Added 6 Jan 2022Question #201554
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Type the sentence you hear.

Audio question

The sentence and what to listen for

The sentence (11 words)

The visiting speaker used to be a lecturer in this department.

What to check before you move on

  • Spell carefully: department.
  • Check the endings: used (-s, -ed).
  • Remember it in 3 chunks: The visiting speaker used / to be a lecturer / in this department.
  • Each correct word scores, so type every word you heard, even if one is missing.

RealPTE numbers

  • Student reports: Common (5 reports)

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What is the answer to PTE Write from Dictation #201554?

The sentence is: “The visiting speaker used to be a lecturer in this department.” (11 words). Type it exactly, with correct spelling and endings.

How do I get full marks on this Write from Dictation question?

Type every word in the right order with correct spelling and endings. Each correct word scores one point, so never leave the box empty.

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Write from Dictation format (Pearson)

PromptRecording of 3–5 seconds
Time to answerNot set per question (Part 3 lasts 31–39 minutes)
Skills assessedListening, Writing
Scored onContent

How it is scored

  • Content is scored by counting the correct words in your response.
  • Partial credit applies: a partly correct response still scores.
  • The recording plays only once.

Source: Pearson, PTE Academic & UKVI test format, Part 3: Listening, checked 9 October 2026.