PTE DESCRIBE IMAGE TEMPLATE (DETAILED & SIMPLE)
This template can be used for graphs, charts, diagrams, maps, tables, and pictures.
OPENING (Sentence 1)
Purpose: Introduce what the image is about.
The image illustrates information related to [general topic].
Examples for [general topic]:
- population change
- economic data
- a process
- geographical development
- a social situation
OVERVIEW (Sentence 2)
Purpose: Give a general summary (VERY IMPORTANT for scoring).
Overall, it is clear that the image contains several key features and trends.
(You can ALWAYS say this sentence.)
MAIN FEATURE 1 (Sentence 3)
Purpose: Describe the most obvious feature.
Firstly, the image shows [main feature], which clearly stands out.
Examples of [main feature]:
- a significant increase
- a noticeable decrease
- the highest value
- the largest proportion
- a main stage in the process
- people performing an activity
MAIN FEATURE 2 (Sentence 4)
Purpose: Describe another important feature.
Secondly, another important aspect is [second feature], showing a clear comparison or pattern.
You can reuse:
- comparison
- difference
- change over time
- variation between categories
EXTRA DETAIL/ TREND (Sentence 5)
Purpose: Add one more detail to sound fluent and confident.
In addition, we can observe [minor feature or trend], which indicates overall variation or development.
(This sentence is optional if time is short.)
CONCLUSION (Sentence 6)
Purpose: End clearly and confidently.
In conclusion, the image provides a clear and concise overview of the given information.
IDEAL DELIVERY (35–40 seconds)
- Speak calmly
- No numbers needed
- No exact data needed
- Accuracy > detail
UNIVERSAL VERSION (COPY & PASTE/ MEMORIZE)
The image illustrates information related to the given topic.
Overall, it is clear that the image contains several key features and trends.
Firstly, the image shows a main feature that clearly stands out.
Secondly, another important aspect is a clear comparison or pattern.
In addition, we can observe some variation, indicating overall development.
In conclusion, the image provides a clear and concise overview of the given information.