PTE Write from Dictation Practice
Write from Dictation is the highest-value listening task in PTE — every correctly typed word scores, and the marks count toward both your listening and writing bands. Play the sample sentence below, type what you hear, and get an instant word-by-word score right here in your browser.
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Listen, then type exactly what you hear.
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How Write from Dictation is scored
- One point for each word from the sentence you type correctly, regardless of order.
- Spelling matters — a misspelt word scores nothing, so accuracy beats speed.
- The marks contribute to both your listening and writing scores, which is why WFD rewards heavy practice.
Frequently asked questions
How is PTE Write from Dictation scored?
You earn one point for every word from the sentence you type correctly, in any order. Misspelt words score nothing, and the marks count toward both your listening and writing bands.
Does word order matter in Write from Dictation?
Order is not scored — each correct word earns its point independently — but writing the sentence in the order you heard it is the most reliable way to remember every word.
How can I improve my Write from Dictation score?
Practise note-taking short-hand for the first and last words, type the words you are sure of immediately, and drill spelling. WFD is the densest source of marks per minute in the exam.
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