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KEP 40: OET Speaking: The #1 Mistake That Costs Candidates Marks (And How to Fix It)

Are you “ticking the boxes” in your OET Speaking test but still stuck at a borderline score?

In this episode, Kevin Dean (IELTS & OET teacher at theenglishnative.com ) breaks down the biggest OET Speaking mistake — failing to respond to the patient — and shows you exactly how to fix it. Learn how to: Identify and respond to patient cues (B1, B2, A4, E4) Show empathy and gather more information naturally Rotate your phrases to sound more like a real clinician

Avoid the “task checklist trap” that keeps candidates at C grade This episode is packed with real examples from official OET role-plays, practical language you can use in your next test, and tips to sound like the kind of doctor or nurse patients want to visit.

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