OET Speaking | Using Action Words to Help Maximise Your Score
What are action words in the OET Speaking test?
In the OET Speaking test, every task on your role play card begins with an action verb — and that verb tells you exactly what the examiner expects you to do.
In this video, I break down the most common OET Speaking task verbs and show you how to respond naturally and confidently in the exam.
You’ll learn how to handle verbs like:
• Find out / Ask
• Check
• Explain / Advise / Recommend
• Persuade / Emphasise
• Reassure / Encourage
For each verb group, I share practical phrases you can use in your role play — without sounding memorised or robotic.
This video will help you:
✔ Understand what each task really requires
✔ Structure your responses clearly
✔ Use professional, patient-centred language
✔ Improve your fluency and confidence Remember: OET Speaking is not about using complex vocabulary — it’s about completing the task clearly and safely. I
If you’re preparing for OET Nursing, Pharmacy, or Medicine, this video will help you recognise the verb and choose the right language instantly.
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