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PTE Essay Writing | Universal Templates and Methods

Hi everyone! Welcome back. In this post I am going to explain how to write an essay, which is the second task in PTE writing section. I will explain how to write the essay using the template as well as a key strategy that will make much easier to write an accurate and a high scoring essay.

The most important thing to understand about the PTE essay writing task is that it needs to be written according to the  PTE-specific format . With this in mind, I would like to share you with some strategies, which help you to organise written ideas in a clear, logical and grammatical way and improve your essay score .

Just a quick look on what we are going to cover, we will see how to Understand the task Scoring structure Different types of Essays One universal template for all type of Essays. And on top of that instead of using the template, we will see how to Use the method Few tips and strategies to avoid mistakes.

Understand the PTE Essay writing task

Let us understand the task first. As per Pearson the word limit should be between 200 to 300 but the recommended word limit is between 230 to 260 words. Sometimes you may get 1 or 2 essays in PTE writing. Each question has 2 to 3 sentences.

20 minutes to write an essay. Make a plan to think about the ideas, write the essay and then allocate some time to review it. Spend atleast 3 to 5 minutes to review in order to check the spellings, grammar and correct the sentences if required. This task contributes only for writing section.

Use cut, copy, paste buttons on the screen instead of keyboard shortcuts – we have already discussed this in SWT. Don’t use keyboard shortcuts as it will not work properly. Use the one which is shown in the screen.

Scoring structure

This task contributes 11.2 marks. It is scored based on our ability to write a convincing essay on the given topic. And it affects the scoring of grammar, spelling, vocabulary and written discourse. Also the score is awarded based on the below factors.

Content Content is scored by determining if all aspects of the topic have been addressed in your response. If your essay does not address the topic, you will not receive any score points for your essay on any of the factors, which we are discussing now. Your essay will be scored zero in PTE writing section. Also you have to support any arguments with details, examples and explanations.

Development, structure and coherence These are scored according to the organization of your response. Make sure the essay writing in PTE contains an introduction, two body paragraphs and a conclusion that relate to the topic of the essay. Within the paragraphs, ideas should be clearly presented and supported with details, examples and explanations. Transitions between paragraphs must be smooth.

Form Scored by counting the number of words in your response. You will receive full credit if your essay in PTE writing section is between 200 and 300 words. Writing less than 200 words or more than 300 words will decrease your score. Zero marks will be given for all the factors if your essay contains less than 120 words or more than 380 words.

General linguistic range This is scored if you accurately communicate your ideas. Provide clear descriptions to highlight key ideas without any doubt and ensure clear communication. And use complex sentences rather than using simple sentence structures and use academic vocabularies appropriately. These are all give full credits to your response.

Grammar, Vocabulary and Spelling Grammar is scored by examining sentence structure, punctuation and capital letters wherever is required. Use variety of academic words. And use synonyms in the introduction to paraphrase the topic sentence. But avoid repetition of same words. Most importantly PTE Academic recognizes English spelling conventions from the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia and Canada. But use only one spelling convention consistently in all your responses. Don’t mix the spelling content from different countries. This is very important point to be noted.

PTE Essay Writing prompts

These are the different types of essay in PTE writing section that we get in the test.

Agree or disagree Discuss about the topic and state your points as why you agree or why you disagree. If the question is about agree or disagree such as, Is the fast food good for health or not? You can mention some points on why it is bad for health in first paragraph and how it benefits for lower income people in second paragraph and conclude with your statement on one side. This will give clear picture of the topic with many supporting points.

Discuss two opinions You have to talk about two sides of the argument in paragraph1 and paragraph2 and say which one is best in the conclusion. Talk on both the sides so that you will get lot of points.

Causes and Effects For example, why people like travelling and what are the effects when they travel such as tasting different food, experiencing different culture.

Problems and Solutions

Advantages and disadvantages.

We will see each type of essay in PTE writing with examples using the same template for all type of essays.

PTE Essay Writing Universal Template

One of the conspicuous trends of today’s world is a colossal upsurge in the number of people believing that <negative point of the topic> . There is a widespread worry that this will lead to a myriad of concerns in one’s life. However, I do not entirely accept this and I will explain why in this essay. There are a number of arguments in favor of my stance. Most preponderant one is that <positive point of the topic> and there are numerous other benefits in various fields. Thanks to the wide range of advantages it offers, not only one benefit more when it comes to being effective, but they can enhance productivity and quality of their lives, with much ease, efficacy, and convenience. Needless to say, all these merits stand one in good stead, as far as augmenting the chances of prosperity and excellence is concerned. Another pivotal factor in the aforementioned proposition is that it is only likely to help one thrive and excel in varied areas. Besides, when only one follows such a system, can they broaden their horizons, thus learning such attributes as dedication and perseverance. Hence, it is apparent why many are in favor of <positive key point> . In the views of the arguments outlined above, one can conclude that the benefits of <positive key point> are indeed too great to ignore.

This is one universal template, which we can use for any type of essays. Start with an introduction, two body paragraphs and conclusion at the end. Again, with this template you can get 79+ but you have to make sure that the other writing tasks should be attended well without any mistakes. Don’t worry about the different prompts such as agree or disagree or advantages or disadvantages, you can use the same template for all types of essays. Using this template you can score in grammar, spelling, vocabulary and written discourse as well.

Now we will see example for each type of essays.

Agree or disagree

Big salary is much more important than job satisfaction. Do you agree or disagree? Provide relevant examples if necessary. Here they have directly given as agree or disagree. Sometimes they will not mention this and we have to identify by understanding the topic. Always mention the negative side of the topic in the first paragraph. Some contradicting point relevant to the main idea in the second paragraphs and supporting points in the subsequent paragraphs..

Using Template One of the conspicuous trends of today’s world is a colossal upsurge in the number of people believing that low salary is more disadvantageous . There is a widespread worry that this will lead to a myriad of concerns in one’s life. However, I do not entirely accept this and I will explain why in this essay. There are a number of arguments in favor of my stance. Most preponderant one is that job satisfaction gives people a sense of fulfillment and there are numerous other benefits in various fields. Thanks to the wide range of advantages it offers, not only one benefit more when it comes to being effective, but they can enhance productivity and quality of their lives, with much ease, efficacy, and convenience. Needless to say, all these merits stand one in good stead, as far as augmenting the chances of prosperity and excellence is concerned. Another pivotal factor in the aforementioned proposition is that it is only likely to help one thrive and excel in varied areas. Besides, when only one follows such a system, can they broaden their horizons, thus learning such attributes as dedication and perseverance. Hence, it is apparent why many are in favor of job satisfaction . In the views of the arguments outlined above, one can conclude that the benefits of job satisfaction are indeed too great to ignore.

Here, there is a widespread worry and leads to a concern. People are worrying that low salary is a concern. However, I do not entirely accept because low salary is fine for me as long as I get job satisfaction. Please make a note of this point. Since we are not agreeing, always mention the negative point in the introduction and the contradicting point should be positive in body paragraph1. In this way, you can follow the same template for any essay in PTE writing. Also you will not go out of the topic.

Big salary is much more important than job satisfaction. I am going to mention low salary is disadvantage instead of big salary is advantage. Because I am going to support points for job satisfaction. Big salary is not important for me compared to job satisfaction. Therefore, I am mentioning big salary as negative point. Myriad – is an academic vocabulary. We have enough vocabularies in this template like this.

There are number of arguments in favour of my stance. Most preponderant one is that job satisfaction… here job satisfaction is a contradicting point to low salary. Wide range of advantages, benefit, broaden their horizons – These are all supporting points to this sentence. Hence it is apparent why many are in favour of job satisfaction. In conclusion also job satisfaction are indeed too great to ignore. After replacing the points just read the entire essay once again to make sure that the points are fit to the template in terms of content and grammar. And also check the spelling mistakes if any. Here we are getting 227 words and it is totally fine.

Discuss two opinions

Some people point that experiential learning can work well in formal education. However, others think a traditional form of teaching is the best. Do you think experiential learning can work well in high schools or colleges?

What type of essay is this? ‘Experiential learning and traditional form of teaching’. So two points mentioned here and ‘Do you think’ is asking our opinion. So discuss two opinions is the prompt.

Again mention which one you don’t support in the introduction paragraph, but negatively. People believing that experiential learning is best compared to traditional way of education. Here I am mentioning traditional way of education is not the best as negatively. And it is mentioned as concern to people but I am not accepting it. I am supporting experiential learning is the best. Hence, mention some points of experiential learning in body paragraph1. In body paragraph2, it is apparent why many are in favour of experiential learning and even in conclusion as well. Read the entire essay once for proofreading.

Using Template One of the conspicuous trends of today’s world is a colossal upsurge in the number of people believing that experiential learning is best compared to traditional way of education . There is a widespread worry that this will lead to a myriad of concerns in one’s life. However, I do not entirely accept this and I will explain why in this essay. There are a number of arguments in favor of my stance. Most preponderant one is that experiential way of learning provides practical knowledge and there are numerous other benefits in various fields. Thanks to the wide range of advantages it offers, not only one benefit more when it comes to being effective, but they can enhance productivity and quality of their lives, with much ease, efficacy, and convenience. Needless to say, all these merits stand one in good stead, as far as augmenting the chances of prosperity and excellence is concerned. Another pivotal factor in the aforementioned proposition is that it is only likely to help one thrive and excel in varied areas. Besides, when only one follows such a system, can they broaden their horizons, thus learning such attributes as dedication and perseverance. Hence, it is apparent why many are in favor of experiential learning . In the views of the arguments outlined above, one can conclude that the benefits of experiential learning are indeed too great to ignore.

Some universities deduct students’ marks if work is given late. What is your opinion and recommend some alternative actions for this problem?

Here it is mentioned as problem and asking for solution. Recommend some alternative actions – solution. So it should be problems and solutions. Negative point of the topic – already the topic itself has some negative point – Deduct students’ marks. Mention it in introduction.

People believing that some universities reduce students’ marks for late submission of their assignments. Is this a concern? No I do not entirely accept this. Because students learn to manage time. Here it is not necessary to provide new solution. Time management is the solution here. Remember that we can write an essay in PTE writing section using many different ideas. But the structure and relevant information are the key to score more points. In body paragraph2, it is in favour of time management and in conclusion as well.

Using Template One of the conspicuous trends of today’s world is a colossal upsurge in the number of people believing that some universities reduce students’ marks for late submission of their assignments . There is a widespread worry that this will lead to a myriad of concerns in one’s life. However, I do not entirely accept this and I will explain why in this essay. There are a number of arguments in favor of my stance. Most preponderant one is that students learn how to manage time and there are numerous other benefits in various fields. Thanks to the wide range of advantages it offers, not only one benefit more when it comes to being effective, but they can enhance productivity and quality of their lives, with much ease, efficacy, and convenience. Needless to say, all these merits stand one in good stead, as far as augmenting the chances of prosperity and excellence is concerned. Another pivotal factor in the aforementioned proposition is that it is only likely to help one thrive and excel in varied areas. Besides, when only one follows such a system, can they broaden their horizons, thus learning such attributes as dedication and perseverance. Hence, it is apparent why many are in favor of time management . In the views of the arguments outlined above, one can conclude that the benefits of time management are indeed too great to ignore.

Causes and Effects

The time people devote in job leaves very little time for personal life. How widespread is the problem? What problem will this shortage of time cause?

Here also there is a problem statement but here solution is not asked. What effects will this problem can create? So causes and effects is the prompt here. Shortage of time for personal life leads to many family problems – negative side of the topic.

Explain why this is not a problem – in long term perspective one can achieve high standard of living, variations in lifestyle, luxurious life with the family – these are the effects, positive effects. There are negative effects as well such as disputes among families, stress and depression due to lot of work but that is not required to mention. And in body paragraph2, mention why many are in favour of – spending less time for family. Same point in conclusion as well.

Using Template One of the conspicuous trends of today’s world is a colossal upsurge in the number of people believing that shortage of time for personal life leads to many family problems . There is a widespread worry that this will lead to a myriad of concerns in one’s life. However, I do not entirely accept this and I will explain why in this essay. There are a number of arguments in favor of my stance. Most preponderant one is that in long term perspective one can achieve high standard of living, variations in lifestyle, luxurious life with the family and there are numerous other benefits in various fields. Thanks to the wide range of advantages it offers, not only one benefit more when it comes to being effective, but they can enhance productivity and quality of their lives, with much ease, efficacy, and convenience. Needless to say, all these merits stand one in good stead, as far as augmenting the chances of prosperity and excellence is concerned. Another pivotal factor in the aforementioned proposition is that it is only likely to help one thrive and excel in varied areas. Besides, when only one follows such a system, can they broaden their horizons, thus learning such attributes as dedication and perseverance. Hence, it is apparent why many are in favor of spending less time for family . In the views of the arguments outlined above, one can conclude that the benefits of spending less time for family are indeed too great to ignore.

With the increase of digital media available online, the role of the library has become obsolete. Universities should only procure digital media rather than constantly updating textbooks. Discuss both the advantages and disadvantages.

So we have to discuss both advantages and disadvantages. Advantages of digital media outweighs drawbacks in library is the negative point. So the contradicting point is digital media provides latest information in one click. Therefore, many are in favour of digital media. Simple.

Using Template One of the conspicuous trends of today’s world is a colossal upsurge in the number of people believing that advantages of digital media outweighs the drawbacks of traditional way of reading in the library . There is a widespread worry that this will lead to a myriad of concerns in one’s life. However, I do not entirely accept this and I will explain why in this essay. There are a number of arguments in favor of my stance. Most preponderant one is that digital media provides more latest information in just one click and there are numerous other benefits in various fields. Thanks to the wide range of advantages it offers, not only one benefit more when it comes to being effective, but they can enhance productivity and quality of their lives, with much ease, efficacy, and convenience. Needless to say, all these merits stand one in good stead, as far as augmenting the chances of prosperity and excellence is concerned. Another pivotal factor in the aforementioned proposition is that it is only likely to help one thrive and excel in varied areas. Besides, when only one follows such a system, can they broaden their horizons, thus learning such attributes as dedication and perseverance. Hence, it is apparent why many are in favor of digital media . In the views of the arguments outlined above, one can conclude that the benefits of digital media are indeed too great to ignore.

So this is how we can use the same template for all types of essays. Read the topic, write the template quickly in the textbox and then modify the topic sentence and supporting points. Finally verify if everything is correct. However if you still have dilemma whether you can use the template or not, you can use the method, which we will discuss now. Before moving on to the method, we will quickly see some tips and strategies to avoid any mistakes and utilize the 20 minutes time wisely.

PTE Essay Writing Tips and Strategies

Before you start writing, you need to plan what you are going to write. Read the topic and plan your ideas in the first 2 minutes. Gather some relevant points, your experience related to the topic and some supporting points if any. Take 15 minutes to write and review in the last 3 minutes. This will save you from having to stop and restart from the beginning. Check the grammar and spelling mistakes if any. You have to read the entire essay, word by word to make sure error free text and get full points in grammar and spelling.

Always use the structure and limit the number of lines. Introduction, 2 body paragraphs and a conclusion. This will do to write around 230 to 260 words, which is more than enough. But how will you check if you will be able to complete your essay in PTE writing within the word limit. Though you can see the word count at the bottom, even when you complete the first body paragraph itself, sometimes you will be reaching around 180 to 200 words. Therefore, limit the number of lines for each paragraph as mentioned below.

Introduction – not more than 2 lines. Body paragraphs – 3 and 1/2 to 4 lines each. Conclusion – 1 to 1 and 1/2 lines.

This itself will bring you around 270 words. Here I am just talking about the number of lines based on the textbox given in the PTE test. In each line we can write around 25 to 30 words. Therefore, for 10 lines we can easily get around 260 to 270 words. Don’t write many points in body paragraph1 itself. Then you need to reduce your points in paragraph2. If you reach up to 4 sentences in first paragraph then complete the sentence and start writing the next paragraph. Believe me! You can save much time if you follow this strategy.

Avoid very long sentences. The more you extend your sentences, the more likely you will be to make grammar and punctuation errors. Make it simple and clear. Use complex sentences though but not very big sentences. Build your vocabulary skill by reading newspapers or hearing BBC news channel without video. Hear only the audio news to concentrate more.

Let us see how you have to structure your essay using the method.

PTE Essay Writing Method

Even in the method as well, you have to stick to the structure to get more points in written discourse. Always start with introduction, 2 body paragraphs and a conclusion.

Introduction Let us have a look on how to write the introduction. For introduction, just paraphrase the topic sentence and add a supporting point. You can start the introduction as, It is often argued that, It is commonly believed that etc.

Body Paragraph1 Start the first body paragraph as To begin with, First of all or Firstly. And then continue the paragraph with supporting points using Secondly and Finally.

Body Paragraph2 Start the second paragraph with Nevertheless or However with some contradicting points for the first paragraph and mention how it can be resolved. You can also extend your second paragraph by supporting the paragraph1 instead of arguing against it using Moreover or Furthermore.

In addition, support your points with some examples. You can include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge. Start the example using For instance, To illustrate, In my own experience etc. If you support your points with examples, you will get more points to add and you can easily make it relevant to the topic.

Conclusion Finally, write the conclusion as In conclusion or To conclude, and mention which statement is most convincing to support the topic sentence.

Each of these paragraphs need only a few sentences to clearly get your point. And finally proofread your content to make sure you don’t do any spelling or grammar mistakes. Now we will see how to use the method for this topic. We have already seen this example using template. Apply all the points that we discussed now.

Big salary is much more important than job satisfaction. Do you agree or disagree? Provide relevant examples if necessary.

Use the below structure.

It is often argued that First of all, For example, Secondly, For instance, Thus, In conclusion,

Using Method It is often argued that it is more advantageous to choose a job with high wage, even if it does not appeal to you at all. I completely disagree with this opinion and think that job satisfaction is much more important than salary. First of all, I believe that job satisfaction gives people a sense of fulfillment that no money can guarantee. Even if someone is earning a high salary but feels tensed, this person would not enjoy his life. While pursuing one’s interests will always bring pleasure and feeling of satisfaction. For example, a lot of famous researchers made their career choices not because of appealing wages, but because they were passionate about science. That is why it is more important to choose the kind of work that makes you happy than to look only at a high salary. Secondly, doing what you like keeps you motivated and therefore leads to a career growth. In other words, there is a strong relation between job satisfaction and productivity. People who love their jobs can easily excel in their fields of work than those, who put salary on the first place. For instance, in my company many people are working for more than 25 years despite a good wage. Consequently, others moved out for high salary but struggling to achieve better results. Thus, advantages of jobs that keep you satisfied outweigh the drawback of low salary in a long-term perspective. In conclusion, I strongly believe that job satisfaction is more beneficial than high salary because it makes people happy and motivated.

So this is how it should be. Paraphrase the introduction – instead of more important you can mention as more advantageous. Don’t use abbreviations and colloquial language. Always expand the words and maintain academic English. Here I am disagreeing the statement of big salary, adding points for job satisfaction and the supporting points with examples using my own experience and then the conclusion part. Here I did not use much vocabularies but use atleast few words. So this is how we can use the method. And don’t forget to proofread your essay.

Allow one space between each paragraph. This is not mandatory but leaving one space will be good to show the completion of the paragraph. And you can use delete or backspace button anytime. That is not a problem. You can correct your content until you write error free essay. You can paste this sample in pte.tools to check how many lines we will get for 260 words in the real exam. 1 and 1/2 lines for introduction, 3 to 4 lines for body paragraphs and 1 line for conclusion and we got 260 words. This is how you can limit the number of words based on number of lines.

Sentences to increase the word count

Here are some sentences that I have gathered from some sample essays. This helps to bring you some ideas related to the topic using which you can build your own points. I always add two or more sentences from this list in my essays, which save my time while thinking about the ideas.

• Helps the country’s economy to be stable.
• The research is quite possibly biased on one side.
• It is the government that needs to take measures to ameliorate such problems.
• Admittedly, this may be cumbersome to administer, however, an attempt could be made to get it off the ground.
• Attempts should be made to redress the imbalance.
• It is often the case that people would rather not use.
• I would argue there is sufficient evidence to demonstrate that this is not the case, and, therefore, steps must be taken to improve it.
• Which socio-economic group consumes more (either lower income people or wealthier people).
• Governments offer large subsidies to farmers.
• It is destroying traditional forms of communication such as letter writing, telephone and face-to-face conversation.
• The children accessing unsuitable websites and viruses is inevitable.
• An ocean of opportunities.
• In conclusion, despite the fact that there are benefits.

Brush up these sentences before going to the exam and try to remember as much as possible.

That’s all I have for essays. Use the 20 minutes time wisely for understanding the topic and plan your ideas in the first 2 minutes, write the essay within 13 to 15 minutes, review and correct it in the last 3 minutes. Also, write only a maximum of 10 lines. Introduction – 2 lines, body paragraphs – 3 to 4 lines each and conclusion – 1 to 1 and 1/2 lines. Along with checking on the word count, you can count the lines and structure your essay in this way.

Paraphrase the topic in the introduction, highlight the supporting points and contradicting points in body paragraphs with some examples in your own experience and then conclude with some solution or on one side of the topic depends upon what type of topic that you get. Remember that anyone can write the essay within the given timeframe if they have the right tools. I hope with these information, writing an essay will be very easy for you. Thank you for reading my post till the end.

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PTE Essay Template: The best PTE essay format for a full score [January 2024 updated]

There is a ready-made PTE essay format which you can use in the PTE Academic test for a full score! There is a memory technique for remembering this as well.

This may sound surprising, but if you can memorize the PTE essay template provided here, you need not learn how to write essays. This PTE essay writing template is up-to-date and has been tried in multiple tests recently.

What is the PTE Writing test?

The first thing to understand is that the Writing section of the  Pearson PTE Academic  test, has two types of questions, one of which is Write Essay. Most often, there is only one such question in the exam, but sometimes there may be two.

The time limit for one question is 20 minutes . Time will not be carried over to another question if you finish the PTE essay question early. The length of the essay has to be between 200 and 300 words .

Look at some sample PTE essay questions below:

The best PTE Essay Format

The PTE test is assessed by a computer , therefore there are certain metrics that the system judges the answer against. If the essay fulfils all the criteria, then it will get the full score regardless of how good or bad the actual content of the essay is.

The following PTE essay format has been designed to hit the full score in each of the criteria.

In this PTE essay writing format, replace the parts marked with “ [topic keyword] ” with the keywords from the essay prompt. The keyword could be the main topic word of the essay, or it could also be a phrase. It is best if you select a couple of phrases from the question and use them randomly throughout the format.

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Technique for memorizing this format

The PTE essay format here has been designed with a lot of effort so that it can definitely score the full score in the test as per the marking criteria of 2023. So, it is best to memorize this word for word.

A memory technique called acrostic has been used to make it easier to remember this PTE essay template. The PTE essay writing format has ten sentences in total. The initial letters of the sentences are in alphabetical order . The first sentence begins with an “A”, the second with a “B”, the third with a “C”, and so on.

If you ever get stuck while typing this PTE essay writing template during the test, you can recall the next sentence by using the letter of the next sentence.

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How is the PTE essay judged?

In short, the essay is judged across seven indicators.

The full raw score of 3 is achieved in Content if the answer sufficiently deals with the prompt. The several places in the PTE essay format that have been marked as [topic keyword] , where we enter the topic of the essay, will ensure this.

We get 2 out of 2 in Form if the essay is between 200 and 300 words long. The PTE essay writing template provided here is 230 words long provided that the topic keyword used is a single word. A two-word topic can also be used making the essay 247 words long, while a three-word topic will make it 264 words long.

In order to get marks in the benchmark of Development, structure and coherence , several discourse markers have been used.

There are no grammatical errors in the provided PTE essay template, and it has been written using a wide range of complex grammatical structures to meet the standard for Grammar .

The PTE essay writing format has been deliberately written with an application of wide range of precise language composition so that specifications for a high General linguistic range score is met.

A broad range of words and expressions have been utilized in the creation of the PTE essay template so as to get a high score for Vocabulary .

Finally, there are no spelling mistakes in the PTE essay format here which guarantees we lose no marks in the yardstick of Spelling .

To learn more about the PTE marking system, click here »

Collection of latest PTE Essay questions

Here we have compiled a list of frequently asked questions in the PTE Write Essay section. Feel free to download the pdf file for your future use.

More examples of PTE Essay Format used

Try not to repeat the same word or phrase in every place where we insert the keyword in the PTE essay template. You should use different words in different places as in the following PTE essay sample.

Final thoughts on PTE Essay Template

There are different PTE essay formats which can all get high scores in the PTE test. The fact of the matter is that the template needs to fulfil the criteria as set by the PTE scoring system.

Memorize the PTE essay template given above, and just write the exact answer in the test. It is advisable to practice typing out this PTE essay writing format on a computer in 20 minutes every single day till the day of the test.

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Hi, Can you please change this template so that we are able to put topic sentence instead of just keywords? Looks like only using topic keyword in the template is not working anymore. I need 79+.

will this template help me to achieve 79+ score in real exam? please reply

Yes. This template is working perfectly so far. But keep in mind that essay question alone will get you to 79. You need to do other questions well.

I have heard that there is a new change in PTE that checks these templates. Is it really true? Has this template recently worked?

My students have been using this template for a good score. So far, it is working just fine.

This week, I got low marks in writing in the PTE exam because I used the Language Academy essay template. The same is also applicable to Describe Image and Retell Lecture in speaking. Are there any changes in the marking algorithms? Is it still safe to use your essay template as well as DI & RL templates?

If you have used templates from Language Academy and still got low marks, the reason might not be the template. Score for Writing does not only depend on the essay question but also on questions from Reading and the Listening sections. Therefore, just changing the format will not mean the scores will change. However, you can freely use the format provided here. My students use them regularly and get good scores. For more information, check this link: https://www.pteielts.com/pte-marking-system-2023/#Are_all_questions_equally_important_in_PTE_Marking_System

Essay template

Is this template working on November

It is definitely working Abhijit. Best of luck.

is this template working i have examon next month so please can you tell me that this template is going to work properly or not ? please

Feel free to use this template Gurman. It works 100 percent.

Have you given exam did you use this?

Hi will this template work till February 2025

As long as no changes are made by Pearson, this template should work forever. However, we update the format from time to time just to refresh things.

I am going to take PTE next week. Can I still use this template in WE and still have a good score up to this time?

If you can type an essay without making any mistakes in grammar and spelling, any format would work. Heck, you can even type random nonsense and get good score in the test. The AI only detects typing accuracy and keywords.

Thank you for your reply.

Hi did you used this template. Is it working?

Hi, I just watched one youtube video about the latest change in PTE 2023 (he just uploaded on 23/9/2023). He mentioned that ONE WORD template seems to give you lower marks than full-sentence template, is that true?

It is not correct Adam. You can safely use the template provided here.

Hi admin I have heard many people said that using this type of template will make you get 0 score. I’m just afraid if this still works bc I want to ensure that I at least get a good score in writing essays

You will not get 0 if you use this format. You can see many comments here of candidates who used this template and scored well. In fact, I am a PTE instructor, and my students have been using this format successfully for a long time. If you can type this format correctly without any mistakes, I can guarantee that you will ace your essay question.

hi Gaurav, is this format still working in 2024?

Yes. Go ahead and use it. Good luck.

Thanks for sharing, but can we use the terms advantages/ disadvantages, cause/ effect and problems/solution in one assay? Don’t we have to put them according to the type of assay question?

You can use this format as it is.

how do you know that template is working or not in a real PTE exam?

My students are still using this format in their tests with good results. So, you can be assured that this works.

how do you know that template is working in real PTE exam?

This template definitely works. I took my PTE exam on last Monday and scored a perfect 90 in all sections while using this essay template.

Congratulations Oswin.

Hi gaurav thanks for the template, just wanted to ask if we put in the keywords as you mentioned as in the following essay, some websites and even grammly gives grammar errors, as the keywords need to start with “the” or “a” for that matter. can you help ?

A serious amount of worldwide attention has been drawn to the topic of “the” use of car . Because of the existence of evidence in favor of as well as against the approval of “an”  alternative means of transportation , the issue of “the” environment  has been a point of critical concern. Consequently, this essay is going to be about  alternative means of transportation , and I will implore the advantages and disadvantages of  use of car  with the assistance of likely causes, effects, and solutions in order to reach a resolution on  environment  with the help of reasons and examples.

Due to the preponderance of positive arguments regarding  alternative means of transportation , people have embraced the significant role that the matter of  environment  plays and the merits of the situation about  environment . Essentially, we cannot ignore that the question of  environment  is decisive. For instance, there are people who analyze the pros of  use of car  along with the causes before acceptance.

Generally, along with the demerits of  use of car , the impacts also demand careful analysis. Here, we cannot overlook that certain assertions give rise to the idea that the consequence of  use of car  is terrible as there are plenty of examples where inadvertent implications of  alternative means of transportation  have been discovered.

In conclusion, despite the claims put forward in this essay, it is apparent that the impact and the outcome of  use of car  are disputable. Just examining the merits of  alternative means of transportation  is futile because there are refutations relating to  use of car  which muddle the case.

Thank god Grammarly isn’t used to check PTE essays. Omitting articles in places where they are absolutely essential is a big mistake. However, in the essay template here, articles can safely be avoided because the structures are correct with or without one. Yes, inserting the articles as you have pointed out makes the sentences better, but the sentences are not wrong without the articles.

🙂 thanks bro, appreciate your prompt reply.

this template is not working dont use it

You should know that the Essay question carries very low marks in terms of the overall Writing score in the PTE test. Out of 90, this question does not even carry 12 marks. The most important questions for Writing are Write from Dictation in the Listening section and the two types of Fill in the Blanks in the Reading section. Learn more about PTE marking here: https://www.pteielts.com/pte-marking-system-2023/#The_complete_PTE_Score_Guide_2023_for_all_20_question_types_in_PTE

dude my all other mudule was write i just got 50% in extended writing

Check your writing man. You misspelled “module” and “right” even in this comment. I seriously doubt if you can type correctly. Maybe that is the reason you did not score well.

this template is not working in language academy application. but i was putting this template in apeuni , i got 15 /15marks.

Sir can i use this template without any risk? because it will 2nd attempt Paper.

The most important thing to know is that Essay question carries only a small amount of marks in the PTE test. Write from Dictation, Summarize Spoken Text, and Fill in the Blanks questions are more important. Even if you get the full score in Essay question, your overall Writing score might still be less. Please keep that in mind.

As far as Essay questions are concerned, this template will get you the full score. Different practice softwares like ApeUni and Language Academy have their own system of marking, but this format is perfectly designed to get the full score in the actual PTE test.

Hi did you use is it working?

and one of my friend used other template and he got 80% in extended writing

Hi, Gaurav I have memorized the old template, Can I use old templete? Thanks…

Yes. I made this new format just for a change. You can still use the old one.

Hi, I was wondering if this template is worked for band 7 or more?

This works for a full score. But remember Writing marks depend on other questions as well.

Is it really work in real exam ?

Can i use this template in real exam? I am afraid if this template goes wrong for me plz guide me in proper way.

This template is working as of August 2023. Please feel free to use it.

is this template still works ? Because i’m going to give exam in next week

It works Dikshit. Please share your experience after your results.

im giving exam at 29th i will let you know what ever it is

did you use this template during your real PTE test?

Hi did you write this essay your exam and does this essay works please tell me.

This template doesn’t give direct examples and rationale arguments or reasons related to the main topic. will not that impact the score in terms of content, logic, coherence and cohesion? Is it really safe to use it despite all of that? and what about plagiarism, if other students use it on the same exam, the algorithm will not caught them?

The algorithm used by PTE does not detect the things you have mentioned. So, please be assured that this template works. To know more about how the PTE software works, visit this page: https://www.pteielts.com/pte-marking-system-2023/

How much template in this PTE essay

HI Admin, your essay template is working, please let me know I’m going to memorize it, i used a different essay template in my first exam and did not work.

It works Alex, so don’t worry about using it. However, remember that doing well in the essay question alone will not get you a high score in the test.

thank you so much for your reply, how many formats are, and can i use it for any topics, eg, problem or adv, disadv and agree, disagree

You can use this format here for any type of essay. Best of luck.

God bless you, I will share my experience after the exam.

hi bro, how about your exam especially about your essay? is this template works?

hello, did you use this template? how’s your exam?

Hi Ali, how did your exam goes? Did the template works? planning to take the exam this October.

“It has long been a subject of discussion whether (topic) or not. In my opinion, the former notion has several elements ……”

does this essay template still work?

I am not sure which essay template you are talking about. But, if it did work in the past, then it should also be working now. Unlike several claims made online, you can use whichever format you like provided that there are no grammatical or spelling mistakes.

But if you want to be on the safe side, you can use the format provided here. Best of luck.

Do not use this template. I got very low mark from writing because of this. Such a scam

I am so sorry to hear about your score Lou. But have you considered that the essay question alone contributes very low marks for the overall Writing score? In fact, out of 90, only about 11 marks depend on essay question. Instead of Write Essay questions, Write from Dictation and Summarize Spoken Text questions are more important for the Writing section.

is it workable i m afraid to use it. My exam on 7th july

Feel free to use it Ketan. My students have used this format as recently as last Sunday to get a good score in the test.

Hi did you use this template, does it works?

Is this Template Still Working?

Yes it is. The rumor that old templates are not working may be true, but this template is a new one.

I used this template in the real PTE test yesterday. Sadly, I think it doesn’t work. I got 75 in writing. I have checked all the grammars for every keywords in the essay too. However, I got 2 essays. Is it because I use the same templates for both of the essays? I will write without template in the future.

I am sorry to hear that you got only 75 in Writing. Although 75 is a good score, I think you needed 79+. Anyway, the reason is not using this template twice. You should remember that Writing score in the PTE test depends not only on Write Essay question but also on Summarize Written Text, Reading and Writing Fill in the Blanks, Summarize Spoken Text, Listening Fill in the Blanks and Write From Dictation. So, you have to do well in those questions as well to get a high score in Writing. To understand PTE scoring better, go to this link: https://www.pteielts.com/pte-marking-system-2023/

Same this template doesn’t work I got 62 but other parts like speaking and reading i Got 80+

I have my test tomorrow. Please assure me it is still working as I know some templates don’t work anymore.

It works like a charm Jessica. But always remember, only using this format cannot guarantee the full score in Writing. You have to put more effort on Write from Dictation, Summarize Spoken Text, Fill in the Blanks, and other questions.

How many essay writing appear in the exam?

Sometimes you get one, while other times you get two. You can use the same template twice if you get two essay questions. Go to this page for a complete breakdown of the PTE test format: https://www.pteielts.com/pte-test-format/

Thanks Gaurav

Hello,every body. is the template useful for PTE test to get high band in writing ? and not as plagiarism ? However, this is first time for me to do this test if some one get high band when used this template pleas let me know thank you

Don’t worry bro. Just don’t make any mistake while typing this format.

Ok .Thank you for your response 🌸

this template is very useful in PTE exam…. and thanks

I appreciate your feedback Sachin.

The above essay template is still working or not?

Test takers have used this essay format as recently as May 2023 for a perfect score in PTE. So go ahead and use it in your own test. Best of luck.

Thanks for your response.

In June 2023 anyone using the same template because many YouTube videos are saying one word template is not working? In June 2023 two essays instead of one appear in writing module?

You can use this or any other similar template in the PTE test. The template can have one-word topic or multiple words. The only things that matter are correct grammar and spelling.

Also, you might get one or two essays in the test. It is randomly decided, so it depends on your luck.

If two essays appear in the exam we can use the same template or we can use different templates for both essay?

You can use the same format twice.

Can this PTE structure be used for a agree/disagree essay or problem solving essay or any other type of essay it would be?

Yes this structure can be used for any essay type asked in the PTE test. You just need to use the right keywords. Best of luck.

Hi Gaurav, please confirm is this essay templet is still working?? I am planning to give PTE test soon. I have tried with multiple essays and this templet is very usable.

Just wanted to confirm once can I use this in the PTE exam?

Prompt response will be highly appreciated.

Dear Gunjan, as of May 2023, test takers are still using this template in the PTE test and reporting a high score in the Writing section. So, don’t hesitate to use it in your own test.

However, you should keep in mind that only Essay questions will not get you a high score in the Writing section. Write from Dictation, Reading & Writing: Fill in the Blanks, Summarize Spoken Text and Summarize Written Text questions carry more marks for Writing than Essay questions.

Anyway, good luck for your test.

I don’t get this sentence. To understand easily can you rephrase? For example, there are individuals who analyze the benefits of [topic keyword] along with the causes before adoption.

Here you go: Before adopting (something), people analyze its benefits and causes.

Thank you for answering my question. Does this “something” need to be a keyword?

Yes. Best of luck for your PTE preparation.

Has anyone tested this strategy on a real PTE exam?

yes, i used the templates and got 90 on writing

Kindly, are you surely this template still working?

Yes, it works.

Is the essay templet still working or no ?

It works. This PTE essay template will get you the full score.

Yes it works perfectly fine. Using this template will definitely get you the full score on this item.

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What if I just use the same keyword always instead of changing. can I get a high score ? in two examples you changed the keywords. is it necessary? thanks

You can use the same keyword if you don’t feel like changing it. It doesn’t matter.

thanks, I’m exercising with APEuni and following your template, using the same keyword for all the sentences, I’m getting 14/15 which is pretty good for me. I’m loosing one point on Development, structure and coherence almost all the time.

Although you are getting 14/15 on ApeUni, you will get full 15 on the actual PTE test. Best of luck.

Isn’t this plagiarism? Won’t the computer notice?

Honestly speaking, it is plagiarism. Ideally, a test taker should learn how to write an argumentative essay alongside using correct grammatical structures and appropriate vocabulary. However, my personal experiments as well as those done by others all over the world have proved that you can use a ready-made template in the test. In fact, everyone can use the same template over and over again, but the computer doesn’t care.

Therefore, it is up to the candidate appearing for the PTE test to decide whether they want to go the proper route by improving their essay writing ability or simply “cheat” the test by copying this format provided here. If the essay fulfils the criteria mentioned in this article, you can score good in the test. Plagiarism, it seems, isn’t a criteria.

is it workable i m afraid to use it

It is perfectly fine to use this ready-made essay in your own PTE test. It has been tried in the actual test with success. However, you should remember that only doing this question perfectly doesn’t mean you will get full score in the Writing module. There are other questions to worry about as well. Refer to this page for more details: https://www.pteielts.com/pte-marking-system-2022/

Such an easy PTE essay template to remember. Thank you so much.

I am happy that you liked my PTE essay template.

Sir I am not good in Reading please give me the tricks

If you are not already very good in answering Reading questions, you can start learning all the rules of grammar. Most questions are based on your knowledge of grammar. However, if you don’t have much time, you can practice all the past questions, which are easily available online. Most questions in the test are repeated. Best of luck.

Best PTE Essay Writing Template & Tips

The PTE academic exam is a comprehensive assessment of language proficiency, and one crucial component is the writing test. Understanding how to approach the PTE essay writing section can significantly impact your overall score. In this article, we will delve into the best PTE essay writing template designed to help you achieve a full score.

PTE Writing Essay Test Overview

The PTE writing section evaluates your ability to communicate ideas effectively in written form. Understanding the nuances of this section is vital, as it contributes significantly to your overall PTE score. 

PTE Essay Writing task is the second assignment in the writing segment, part of Section 1 of the PTE exam – Speaking & Writing . The time allocated for this section ranges from 54 to 67 minutes. The duration of the PTE Writing section is slightly over half of the total time, depending on the number of questions in the writing part. You receive a topic, typically 2 to 3 sentences long, and your task is to compose a persuasive or argumentative essay on it. Each PTE essay question allows 20 minutes for your response. Usually, there is one essay question in the PTE test, but occasionally, you might encounter two questions. Stay calm; you are required to tackle both questions.

Exploring PTE Essay Types

The PTE writing test presents various essay types, each requiring a unique approach. Understanding these types is fundamental for effective preparation. The essay types include:

Argument: Present a viewpoint on a specific issue, supported by evidence and reasoning.

Describe: Illustrate a particular situation, object, or process in detail.

Respond to a question: Answer a provided question with clarity and coherence.

Advantages or Disadvantages: Evaluate the positive and negative aspects of a given topic.

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PTE Writing Essay Scoring

Scoring in the PTE essay section is based on several factors, including Content, Form , grammar, General linguistic, vocabulary, spelling and overall Development, Structure & Coherence . Familiarizing yourself with the scoring criteria is essential for crafting essays that meet the test requirements.

Unlocking the Best PTE Essay Writing Template

Now, let’s unlock the secrets of the best PTE essay writing template. A well-structured template serves as a roadmap, ensuring your essay is organized, logical, and addresses all aspects of the prompt.

Essay Template:

One of the prevailing trends in contemporary society is the sudden surge in the assertion that _<Essay Statement>_ . This essay aims to explore the pros and cons of the above statement, which is closely tied to the notion that _<Essay Statement>_ , employing a practical perspective.

To start with, there are numerous arguments supporting my position. Among them, a crucial point not only entails societal improvement but also encompasses the positive development of individuals worldwide. Other aspects influenced by this topic include _<Keyword 1>_, _<Keyword 2>_, and _<Keyword 3>_. The myriad benefits associated with this perspective not only contribute to personal success and effectiveness but also enhance efficiency, productivity, and overall quality of life with remarkable efficacy and convenience.

Another pivotal aspect of the above statement is its potential to foster flourishing, progress, and excellence across various fields and disciplines. Consequently, considerations of _<Keyword 4>_, _<Keyword 5>_, and _<Keyword 6>_ are also integral to the overall assessment. Additionally, adherence to such a system is essential for individuals to broaden their horizons, refine skills, and cultivate qualities like commitment, dedication, and perseverance. Therefore, it is apparent why many endorse the idea that _<Essay Statement>_ .

In conclusion, I believe that the concerned authority is commendably taking proactive measures to educate the stakeholders about the adverse consequences of the statement that _<Essay Statement>_ . All stakeholders are being urged to comply with relevant laws, rules, and regulations to foster prosperity, productivity, efficiency, and a positive global environment.

How to Use PTE Essay Template?

First, get the ‘ Essay Statement ’ from the question. You can get 90-100% of the ‘ Essay Statement ’ from the given question. So, don’t worry about it.

Question: “ Acquiring knowledge of past events holds no worth for us living in the present. Do you agree or disagree?”

Essay Statement: “ Acquiring knowledge of past events holds no worth for us living in the present. ”

Question: “A few believe in relishing their earnings in the present , while others advocate for saving for a future time . What is your opinion?”

Essay Statement: “ Relishing earnings in the present instead of saving for a future time .” [look at the statement yourself, and see what is different from the question.]

Question: “The environment holds significance. Is it more beneficial for children to be brought up in the countryside than in a large city ? To what extent do you agree with this statement?”

Essay Statement: “ It is more beneficial for children to be brought up in the countryside than in a large city ” [converted the question into a normal sentence]

Now, find out 5-7 keywords related to the ‘ Essay Statement ’. It will be better if the half (2 to 3) of the keywords are about pros and the other half (2 to 3) are about cons. That’s it!

Essay Statement: “Acquiring knowledge of past events holds no worth for us living in the present.”

• Preventing mistakes
• Gaining wisdom
• Informed decision
• Selective bias
• Time-consuming
• Irrelevance risk

Essay Statement: “Relishing earnings in the present instead of saving for a future time.”

• Immediate joy
• Spontaneous fun
• Memorable moments
• Future security
• Financial stability
• Risk mitigation

Essay Statement: “It is more beneficial for children to be brought up in the countryside than in a large city.”

• Simpler lifestyle
• Community bond
• Cleaner air
• Isolation risk
• Job opportunities
• Limited options

Step 3: Finally, we’ll just fill up the blanks appropriately. We will do this the ‘Example of usage’ section.

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Sample Answer for PTE Essay Question Answer-1

Example 1: “Acquiring knowledge of past events holds no worth for us living in the present. Do you agree or disagree?” Example Answer:

One of the prevailing trends in contemporary society is the sudden surge in the assertion that acquiring knowledge of past events holds no worth for us living in the present [essay statement]. This essay aims to explore the pros and cons of the above statement, which is closely tied to the notion that acquiring knowledge of past events holds no worth for us living in the present , employing a practical perspective. To start with, there are numerous arguments supporting my position. Among them, a crucial point not only entails societal improvement but also encompasses the positive development of individuals worldwide. Other aspects influenced by this topic include preventing mistakes, gaining wisdom, and informed decisions [keywords 1, 2, and 3]. The myriad benefits associated with this perspective not only contribute to personal success and effectiveness but also enhance efficiency, productivity, and overall quality of life with remarkable efficacy and convenience. Another pivotal aspect of the above statement is its potential to foster flourishing, progress, and excellence across various fields and disciplines. Consequently, considerations of selective bias, time-consuming, and irrelevance risk [keywords 4, 5, and 6] are also integral to the overall assessment. Additionally, adherence to such a system is essential for individuals to broaden their horizons, refine skills, and cultivate qualities like commitment, dedication, and perseverance. Therefore, it is apparent why many endorse the idea that acquiring knowledge of past events holds no worth for us living in the present . In conclusion, I believe that the concerned authority is commendably taking proactive measures to educate the stakeholders about the adverse consequences of the statement that acquiring knowledge of past events holds no worth for us living in the present . All stakeholders are being urged to comply with relevant laws, rules, and regulations to foster prosperity, productivity, efficiency, and a positive global environment.

Sample Answer for PTE Essay Question Answer-2

“A few believe in relishing their earnings in the present, while others advocate for saving for a future time. What is your opinion?” Example Answer:

One of the prevailing trends in contemporary society is the sudden surge in the assertion that relishing earnings in the present instead of saving for a future time [essay statement]. This essay aims to explore the pros and cons of the above statement, which is closely tied to the notion that relishing earnings in the present instead of saving for a future time , employing a practical perspective. To start with, there are numerous arguments supporting my position. Among them, a crucial point not only entails societal improvement but also encompasses the positive development of individuals worldwide. Other aspects influenced by this topic include immediate joy, spontaneous fun, and memorable moments [keywords 1, 2, and 3]. The myriad benefits associated with this perspective not only contribute to personal success and effectiveness but also enhance efficiency, productivity, and overall quality of life with remarkable efficacy and convenience. Another pivotal aspect of the above statement is its potential to foster flourishing, progress, and excellence across various fields and disciplines. Consequently, considerations of future security, financial stability, and risk mitigation [keywords 4, 5, and 6] are also integral to the overall assessment. Additionally, adherence to such a system is essential for individuals to broaden their horizons, refine skills, and cultivate qualities like commitment, dedication, and perseverance. Therefore, it is apparent why many endorse the idea that relishing earnings in the present instead of saving for a future time . In conclusion, I believe that the concerned authority is commendably taking proactive measures to educate the stakeholders about the adverse consequences of the statement that relishing earnings in the present instead of saving for a future time . All stakeholders are being urged to comply with relevant laws, rules, and regulations to foster prosperity, productivity, efficiency, and a positive global environment.

Sample Answer for PTE Essay Question Answer-3

Example 3:  

“The environment holds significance. Is it more beneficial for children to be brought up in the countryside than in a large city? To what extent do you agree with this statement?” Example Answer: Try it yourself.  

You can also practice PTE essay writing questions in One PTE for free.

In conclusion, mastering the art of PTE essay writing is achievable with the right strategy. By understanding the test format, and scoring guidelines, and utilizing the best PTE essay writing template, you can significantly enhance your chances of scoring a full mark.

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PTE Essay Writing Template: Write Better Essays Quickly

by Moni Vuong

Published on 14/10/2023 Last Updated 12/07/2024

Essay writing is a big challenge for most people taking the PTE test . The question “How to improve this score” always lingers in the test-taker’s mind.

This blog from PTE Magic will help you learn more about how to use PTE essay writing templates for higher scores.

The term “writing template” refers to a fixed format, which is created by masters, meeting all the requirements of writing tasks.

Following this, you can easily approach and gain a higher score for your upcoming PTE essay writing part.

Let’s take a look.

Key Takeaways

• PTE essays come in various forms and cover many different topics. Writing templates supply model responses that match specific types of prompts.
• Each type of prompt is normally based on a fixed essay skeleton, which includes an Introduction, Body paragraph, and Conclusion.
• Four PTE writing examples below will showcase how the template can be customized to fit various essay prompts.
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Why should you use templates when writing a PTE essay?

Before going into the world of templates, let’s address the question on your mind: “Why should I use templates for PTE essays?” Well, here’s the scoop.

Time-efficiency

When doing PTE essay writing , it’s necessary to have an effective strategy. That helps you take advantage of the time and finish the test more smoothly.

Templates offer a structured framework that saves precious time during the exam. You don’t need to spend minutes organizing your thoughts. Instead, you can jump right into writing.

Consistency 

Applying templates ensures that your essays have a consistent structure and flow.  PTE essays are graded on criteria like coherence and cohesion. Therefore, writing logically is a key factor to win this part. Writing templates can help you achieve it effortlessly.

Clarity of thought 

You can organize your thoughts logically, ensuring that your essay is easy to follow and understand when using templates. 

In addition, having a structure to rely on also takes time for you to focus on content quality. You can generate more ideas instead of wondering about the skeleton of writing.

Improve scores

PTE writing templates usually are built by professionals. It aims to maximize test-takers’ scores. Thus, it includes all the necessary elements examiners look for, making it more likely for you to achieve a better result.

PTE essay types 

PTE essays come in various forms with many different topics. It’s really hard to cover all of them. 

However, writing templates supply model responses, that match with specific types of prompts. Understanding each of them can help you apply suitable samples aligned with the essay request. 

Here are the most common PTE essay types: 

• Argument: This type provides two sides of an argument. It requires you to take a stance on an issue and provide supporting evidence. Your goal is to persuade the reader of your viewpoint with reasonable explanations and examples. 
• Advantages and disadvantages: In this topic, you need to examine the pros and cons of a given topic, presenting a balanced assessment of its advantages and disadvantages.
• Agree and disagree: This writing form will give you a point and ask you to state an opinion (agree or disagree). After that, you also need to explain your choice, and give some evidence and examples to support your idea. 
• Problems and solutions: In this essay, you have to identify a problem and propose solutions. Your essay should discuss the problem’s causes and effects and offer practical solutions.
• Essay on a given topic:   Sometimes, PTE will provide a specific topic or question for you to address. Your task is to solve the required problem, respond concisely and directly to the prompt.

Overall, each type of prompt corresponds with one template writing. Before writing, you need to identify what types of topics you encounter to apply the right template.

Effective PTE essay writing template for maximum scores

Now that you know why templates are beneficial and the various essay types you might encounter, let’s delve into an effective PTE essay writing template that can help you score maximum points.

In general, each type of prompt has a different template to follow. However, it is normally based on a fixed essay skeleton including Introduction , Body paragraph , and Conclusion .  Below is the model outline you can consider:

Introduction (about 40-50 words)

In this part, you need to:

• Start with a hook or a general statement related to the topic, remember to paraphrase the requirement.
• Clearly state your thesis or main point.
• Provide a brief overview of the points you will discuss.

Body paragraph (about 200 words)

This part often contains two single paragraphs. Each of them is about 100 words in length. The structure of the body can include:

• Topic sentence: Begin each paragraph with a clear topic sentence that connects to your thesis. 
• Explanation (about 1-2 sentences): You need to give some reasons explicating your point. Don’t forget to use transition words to connect your ideas and maintain a smooth flow.   
• Supporting details (Optional): After explanation, it’s essential to provide evidence, examples, or statistics to support your topic sentence. With these details, your idea can be clarified better.
• Counterargument (Optional): Last but not least, you can address opposing viewpoints and explain why they are less valid. This sentence would strengthen your statement, and make it more persuadable.

Conclusion (about 40-50 words)

At the end of all writing, a conclusion is unavoidable. This part asks you to:

• Summarize your main points.
• Restate your thesis or main point in another expression way.
• Provide a closing thought or call to action related to the topic.

Above is the general format of the PTE essay. You also need to adapt this template to the specific essay type you’re writing. 

For instance, an argumentative essay will require a stronger emphasis on presenting and refuting opposing views, while the agree and disagree article will focus more on expressing your viewpoint.

Notice that the given structure is for reference. You don’t need to follow it 100% when writing as long as you make sure that your ideas are supported well.

4 PTE writing examples for all essay types 

To truly grasp the power of templates, let’s explore some PTE writing examples for each essay type. These examples will showcase how the template can be customized to fit various essay prompts.

Argumentative Essay Sample

Prompt: “Should governments provide free healthcare for all citizens?”

Introduction

The important thing you need to do is to paraphrase the prompt and give out your opinion. For example: 

Governments worldwide face the perennial question of whether they should let all citizens approach healthcare for free (paraphrase). In this essay, I will argue in favor of this policy, emphasizing that accessible healthcare is a fundamental right (state an opinion).

Body paragraph 1:

Topic Sentence: Free healthcare ensures equitable access to medical services.

Explanation: In countries where healthcare is free, citizens from all socioeconomic backgrounds receive necessary medical care.

Supporting details: This eliminates the disparity in healthcare access between the affluent and less privileged segments of society.

Body Paragraph 2:

Topic Sentence: Free healthcare reduces the financial burden on individuals.

Explanation: In nations with free healthcare, individuals do not face exorbitant medical bills, reducing financial stress. This improves overall well-being and economic stability for citizens.

Support details: According to statistics, 43 countries in the world have free healthcare for their citizens and most of them are developed countries.

Conclusion:

Restate your opinion: In conclusion, providing free healthcare to all citizens is not just a moral imperative but also a pragmatic solution to many societal issues. It ensures equitable access, relieves financial burdens, and promotes public health.

Provide a call to action: Governments should prioritize this fundamental right. 

Agree and disagree essay

Prompt: “Do you agree or disagree with the statement: ‘Technology is making people less creative’?”

Paraphrase: The impact of technology on human creativity is a topic of considerable debate.

State your opinion: In this essay, I will argue that while technology has altered the creative landscape, it does not stifle creativity.

Topic sentence: Technology provides new avenues for the creative industry.

Explanation: Platforms like social media and digital art tools enable individuals to explore and showcase their creativity. Creators can connect to each other easily. Therefore, they can update, and learn from each other to improve themselves. Otherwise, the internet provides a wealth of information and inspiration at one’s fingertips. 

Supporting details: For instance, websites like Freepik are provided to provide a wide range of materials for people to create their work.   

Body paragraph 2: 

Topic Sentence: Technology challenges individuals to adapt creatively.

Explanation: The rapid evolution of technology necessitates creative problem-solving and adaptation. This constant innovation not only fuels creativity in individuals and industries but also puts them under pressure. That they have to use this as a supporting tool, not let this replace them.

Supporting details: The appearance of chat GPT threatens the jobs of many people, especially content creators. However, it can not replace people. Instead, individuals use it to serve their work.

Conclusion: In conclusion, technology’s impact on creativity is multifaceted, and it can both enhance and challenge creative expression. Ultimately, creativity is not stifled by technology; it is redefined and enriched in the digital age.

Advantages and disadvantages essay

Prompt: “Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of online learning”

Paraphrase: The rise of online learning is a revelation of education, but it also raises pertinent questions regarding its advantages and disadvantages. In this essay, we will explore both sides of the online learning debate.

Body paragraph 1 (About advantages)

Topic sentence: Firstly, let’s look into some pros of online education.

Pros 1: Online learning offers flexibility and convenience. Learners can access courses from anywhere at their own pace. This flexibility accommodates diverse schedules and lifestyles. For example, during the COVID-19 pandemic, students still can access education via online learning platforms.

Pros 2:  Online learning reduces geographical barriers. It allows access to top-notch courses and instructors worldwide. This democratizes education and promotes inclusivity. For instance, people in Vietnam can easily take part in a workshop in the US on the Internet. 

Body paragraph 2 (About disadvantages)

Topic sentence: Although it provides many advantages, online learning also has some side effects.

Cons 1: Online learning lacks the social interaction of traditional classrooms. Students miss out on face-to-face interactions and group dynamics. This can hinder the development of social skills and a sense of community.

Cons 2: Learning on the internet requires students to have suitable devices to connect. But not all students have that good life conditions. Poor people or those who live in remote areas would find it really difficult to access.  

In conclusion, online learning presents a mixed bag of advantages and disadvantages. Its flexibility and accessibility are game-changers, but the absence of physical interaction and potential isolation are important considerations. A balanced approach to education must harness the best of both worlds.

Problems and solutions essay

Prompt: “Discuss the problem of air pollution in urban areas and propose solutions.”

Paraphrase: Air pollution in urban areas is a pressing issue with far-reaching consequences.

We will examine some causes and effects of this problem and propose effective solutions in this essay.

Body paragraph 1 (mention a cause and offer a solution for it) :

Cause: Urban air pollution is primarily caused by vehicle emissions. More and more cars are used nowadays, combined with the inadequate public transportation systems, elevating pollution in urban on the next level.

Solution: To solve this problem, it’s crucial to reduce vehicle emissions. Instead of driving cars, people can walk or use public transportation. In addition, the government implements strict emissions standards to control this problem.

Body paragraph 2:

Cause: In many areas of the world, millions of square kilometers of forest have been destroyed for human personal purposes. Forests are also considered as the green lungs of the earth. Lack of this natural shield, the air becomes more vulnerable.

Solution: People should protect and strive to cultivate more trees in the world. Moreover, the government also can intervene by enforcing strict regulations on deforestation.

In conclusion, urban air pollution is a multifaceted problem, but it is not insurmountable. As long as we take action to maintain and protect the air, cities can breathe easier and provide a healthier environment for their residents.

4 tips for memorizing the templates

Now that you’ve seen the power of templates, you might be wondering how to memorize them effectively. Here are some tips to help you commit these templates to memory:

Practice frequently

There’s simply no substitute for practice. The more you immerse yourself in utilizing the templates, the more ingrained they will become in your memory. 

You need to write and write every day to get familiar with and gradually become proficient in template writing. Dedicate time each day to practice writing essays using the templates, and you’ll notice a significant improvement in your recall during the exam.

Visual aids

If you find it too hard to learn in a traditional way only, let’s try another way. You can create visually stimulating aids or flashcards that encapsulate the key components of the templates. 

Visual cues can be highly effective in enhancing your memory. For instance, you might design a visual representation of the essay structure or use color-coded cues to signify different sections. 

Break it down

Sometimes, memorizing the entire template can feel overwhelming. 

To tackle this, you can break the template into manageable sections. Start by memorizing the introduction, then the body paragraphs, and finally the conclusion. By focusing on one part at a time, you’ll find it easier to grasp and remember the template as a whole. 

Repetition is a fundamental technique for memorization. Repeatedly write out the template or recite it aloud. The more you engage with the material, the more firmly it will be etched in your memory. 

After repetition, don’t forget to test yourself without looking at the template. Try to recall the structure and key points of the template from memory. This active recall technique strengthens your ability to remember the template during the exam.

In the world of PTE essay writing, templates are your trusty companions on the path to success. They provide structure, save time, and enhance your chances of scoring well. Understanding the various essay types and customizing your template accordingly is crucial.

The examples we’ve explored illustrate how templates can be adapted to address diverse prompts. With the right tools and knowledge, you can conquer this aspect of the PTE exam and excel in your endeavors.

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PTE Essay Writing Examples and Tips: Boost Your Score Today

Writing essays is a crucial component of the PTE Academic test, and mastering this skill can significantly impact your overall score. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore practical examples and expert tips to help you …

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Published on: October 4, 2024

Understanding PTE Essay Writing Requirements

Before diving into examples and tips, it’s essential to grasp the basic requirements of PTE essay writing:

• Time limit: 20 minutes
• Word count: 200-300 words
• Clear structure: Introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion
• Coherent arguments and relevant examples
• Proper grammar, vocabulary, and spelling

How to structure responses in PTE writing is crucial for achieving a high score. Let’s explore some effective strategies to enhance your essay writing skills.

PTE Essay Writing Examples

Example 1: agree/disagree essay.

Topic: “In the future, all cars should be electric. Do you agree or disagree?”

Introduction: As environmental concerns grow, the debate over transitioning to electric vehicles has gained momentum. While electric cars offer numerous benefits, there are also challenges to consider. This essay will examine both sides of the argument and present a balanced view on whether all cars should be electric in the future.

Body Paragraph 1: Electric cars undoubtedly have significant advantages. They produce zero direct emissions, reducing air pollution and combating climate change. Additionally, they are more energy-efficient and have lower operating costs compared to traditional combustion engine vehicles.

Body Paragraph 2: However, there are obstacles to universal adoption of electric cars. The current infrastructure for charging stations is inadequate in many areas, and the production of batteries raises environmental concerns. Moreover, the initial cost of electric vehicles remains high for many consumers.

Conclusion: While the transition to electric cars is desirable for environmental reasons, a complete shift may not be feasible in the immediate future. A gradual approach, combining improved electric vehicle technology with sustainable practices in traditional car manufacturing, may be more realistic and effective.

Example 2: Advantages/Disadvantages Essay

Topic: “Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of working from home.”

Introduction: The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the trend of remote work, prompting many to consider the pros and cons of working from home. This essay will explore the advantages and disadvantages of this increasingly popular work arrangement.

Body Paragraph 1 (Advantages): Working from home offers several benefits. It eliminates commuting time and costs, provides a flexible schedule, and can lead to improved work-life balance. Additionally, remote work can increase productivity for some individuals by reducing office distractions and allowing for a personalized work environment.

Body Paragraph 2 (Disadvantages): However, working from home also presents challenges. It can lead to feelings of isolation and reduced social interaction with colleagues. Some people may struggle with maintaining work-life boundaries, leading to longer working hours and burnout. Furthermore, remote work may hinder collaboration and team-building efforts within organizations.

Conclusion: While working from home offers significant advantages in terms of flexibility and potential productivity gains, it also comes with drawbacks related to social interaction and work-life balance. The effectiveness of remote work largely depends on individual preferences and organizational support. As the workforce continues to evolve, a hybrid model combining both remote and in-office work may prove to be the most beneficial approach for many.

Essential Tips for PTE Essay Writing

Now that we’ve examined some examples, let’s explore key tips to enhance your PTE essay writing skills:

Analyze the prompt carefully : Ensure you understand the question and address all parts of it in your essay.

Plan your essay : Spend 2-3 minutes outlining your main points before writing. This will help you maintain a clear structure and coherent flow of ideas.

Use a clear structure : Follow the standard essay format with an introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion. How to improve coherence in PTE essays is crucial for achieving a high score.

Develop strong body paragraphs : Each paragraph should focus on a single main idea and include relevant examples or evidence to support your argument.

Use transition words : Employ connectors like “however,” “moreover,” and “consequently” to improve the flow between sentences and paragraphs.

Vary your vocabulary : Demonstrate your language proficiency by using a range of advanced vocabulary and avoiding repetition.

Mind your grammar : Pay attention to subject-verb agreement, tenses, and sentence structure. Proofread your essay for any errors.

Practice Makes Perfect

To excel in PTE essay writing, consistent practice is essential. Here are some ways to improve your skills:

• Set aside time each day to write practice essays
• Use official PTE practice materials and past exam questions
• Time yourself to simulate exam conditions
• How to practice essay writing for PTE offers valuable insights into effective preparation strategies

Dr. Sarah Thompson, a renowned PTE expert, emphasizes the importance of targeted practice: “Focus on your weaknesses and gradually increase the complexity of your essays. This approach will help you build confidence and improve your overall writing skills.”

Managing Word Count and Time

One of the challenges in PTE essay writing is managing the word count within the given time limit. Here are some strategies to help you:

• Aim for 250-280 words to allow for minor adjustments
• Practice writing essays of different lengths to build flexibility
• Use a simple structure: introduction (40-50 words), two body paragraphs (80-100 words each), and conclusion (40-50 words)
• PTE essay writing word limit tips can provide more detailed guidance on this aspect

Remember, it’s not just about meeting the word count, but also about the quality and relevance of your content.

Mastering PTE essay writing requires a combination of understanding the test requirements, practicing regularly, and applying effective strategies. By following the examples and tips provided in this guide, you can significantly improve your essay writing skills and boost your PTE score. Remember to analyze prompts carefully, plan your essays, use clear structures, and practice consistently. With dedication and the right approach, you’ll be well-equipped to tackle any PTE essay topic with confidence.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long should a PTE essay be? PTE essays should be between 200-300 words. Aim for 250-280 words to ensure you meet the requirement while allowing for minor adjustments.

What is the time limit for writing a PTE essay? You have 20 minutes to write your essay in the PTE Academic test.

How can I improve my vocabulary for PTE essays? Read widely on various topics, use a thesaurus to find synonyms, and practice incorporating new words into your writing regularly.

Is it necessary to include personal examples in PTE essays? While personal examples can be effective, it’s not mandatory. You can use hypothetical scenarios or general examples if they’re relevant and support your argument.

How important is grammar in PTE essay scoring? Grammar is crucial in PTE scoring. Ensure you use correct tenses, subject-verb agreement, and sentence structures to maximize your score.

Can I use the first person (I, me, my) in PTE essays? It’s generally better to use third-person perspective in academic essays. However, if the prompt specifically asks for your opinion, using first person sparingly is acceptable.

How can I practice for PTE essays effectively? Use official PTE practice materials, set time limits for yourself, and get feedback on your essays from tutors or language exchange partners. PTE academic preparation books can also be valuable resources for structured practice.

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