• Duolingo English Test

    "Unlock Your Future: Take the Duolingo English Test – Convenient, Affordable, and Trusted Worldwide."

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    What is Duolingo English test?

    • The Duolingo English Test is an online exam that assesses English language proficiency. It is recognized by many institutions worldwide as an alternative to traditional standardized tests like the TOEFL and IELTS.
    • Designed to be taken online from the comfort of your home, this test offers a streamlined experience that can be completed in about an hour. It features a variety of question types that assess your reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills through interactive exercises.
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    Requirements for the Duolingo English Test

    Some of the basic test requirements which a candidate should take care of befor the DET exam begins are as follows:
    • Your passport, driver's license, or government ID
    • A quiet, well-lit room
    • 60 minutes of free time
    • A reliable internet connection
    • A computer
    • Windows or macOS
    • A front-facing camera
    • A microphone
    • Working speakers

  • Questions in the Test

    1

    Reading

    The candidate is expected to read a certain line and select the words they think are English. As the test progresses, they are given passages in which there could be missing words that they need to complete. These are timed, and the candidate is supposed to follow the same, else the screen moves on.

    2

    Writing

    The candidate is provided with a photo and would be expected to see and write about the photo in one or two sentences.

    3

    Speaking

    The candidates would be asked to listen to an audio recording and speak out their answers at the prompt. They would be given an extra 20 seconds to replay and then record the answers. There is also a part where the candidate will have to look at a picture for 20 seconds and then speak about it.

    4

    Listening

    The candidates are expected to listen to sentences and pick out the English words from them. Then, it moves on to sentences that are spoken in English. The candidate has to listen to them and type it out in English.

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