OET Speaking | Using Action Words to Help Maximise Your Score
- Bose Learning
- Mar 2
- 1 min read
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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