G-TELP English Speaking

Master the computer-delivered G-TELP Speaking Test (GST). Practise timed picture narrative descriptions, situational reports, and secure your professional civil credentials.

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Who is this exam for?

The G-TELP Speaking test (GST) is a high-stakes computerized language exam widely taken in South Korea, Taiwan, and Japan. G-TELP scores are standard entry and licensing requirements for national civil service candidates, police recruitment, flight attendants, and patent attorneys.

Try a Timed Picture Narrative Prompt

In Part 2 of the G-TELP Speaking test, you must narrate a story based on a sequence of pictures. Here is a realistic practice prompt screen.

Part 2: Picture Narrative Sequence (GST Intermediate)

Scenario: Planning a Surprise Party
"You are shown a sequence of four pictures: **Pic 1** (a girl writing down shopping items), **Pic 2** (buying decorations at a store), **Pic 3** (inflating balloons in a living room), and **Pic 4** (surprising a friend opening the front door)..."

You have 30 seconds to prepare. In your 1-minute recording, you must:
  • Narrate the story chronologically, describing the actions and locations shown.
  • Connect the events smoothly using appropriate time transitions.
  • Explain the final outcome and speculate on how the friend felt.

Speaking Test Structure

The computer-delivered speaking component takes approximately 30 minutes, consisting of eleven rapid questions split across five distinct parts.

Part 1: Giving Personal Information

6 Questions | No Prep | 30s per answer

You answer six spontaneous personal questions about your studies, hobbies, hometown, or future travel plans read aloud by the computer.

Pro Tip: Expand your answers! Give a structured, two-sentence response explaining your views rather than simple single-word answers.

Part 2: Picture Narrative Description

30s Prep | 60s Speak

You narrate a complete chronological story based on a sequence of illustrations displayed on the screen, showing active narrative control.

Pro Tip: Use past continuous and time linkages! Phrase actions clearly (e.g. "while she was decorating...") and signpost with "firstly", "next", and "in the end".

Part 3: Situational Report & Problem Solving

30s Prep | 60s Speak

You are given a scenario describing a workplace or social problem. You must outline two feasible solutions and justify which option is superior.

Pro Tip: Compare clearly! Explain the advantages and disadvantages of both solutions before stating your final, logical choice.

Part 4: Argumentative Opinion Speech

60s Prep | 90s Speak

You are asked a controversial social question. You must state your opinion and support your views with clear, logically organized arguments.

Pro Tip: Organise with transit markers! Use an introductory stance, structure your two main points using "firstly" and "in addition", and conclude in a final sentence.

Part 5: Comparing and Contrasting Options

60s Prep | 60s Speak

You choose the best option from a comparison chart (e.g. two holiday destinations) and justify your decision based on specific bullet points.

Pro Tip: Do not just read statistics! Synthesise the overall pros and cons of both choices to highlight advanced comparative vocabulary.

Watch a G-TELP Test Walkthrough

Watch a computerized G-TELP Speaking tutorial to familiarise yourself with the digital test interface.

What are examiners listening for?

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the G-TELP Speaking exam?

The G-TELP (General Tests of English Language Proficiency) Speaking test is a standardized computerized English exam recognized globally, heavily used in South Korea, Taiwan, and Japan for civil service and licensing.

How is the G-TELP Spoken test conducted?

It is computer-delivered in a local language laboratory. Candidates wear a headset with a microphone and record their responses to audio and visual prompts through a headset microphone.

What are the five parts of G-TELP Speaking?

The test consists of Part 1 (Personal Q&A), Part 2 (Picture Description), Part 3 (Situational Report), Part 4 (Argumentative Speech), and Part 5 (Comparing & Contrasting).

Prepare for Your G-TELP Speaking

Practise timed picture narratives and situational problem-solving drills with partners or book an online lesson with a certified British tutor.