Looking for a modern, accessible, and fast alternative to traditional English proficiency tests? Meet the Duolingo English Test (DET). You can take it online, at home, anytime—and get your results in just two days.
Thousands of universities across the globe now accept the DET for admissions. Its unique, adaptive format makes it different from any other test. At Fluent Edge Lab, we provide specialized coaching to help you navigate this innovative exam with confidence.
Understanding the Duolingo English Test Format
The DET is a one-hour computer-adaptive test. “Adaptive” means the questions get harder or easier based on your answers, allowing it to pinpoint your proficiency level quickly.
The test integrates all four skills into a series of short, innovative question types:
Read and Complete: Fill in the missing letters of words in a passage.
Read and Select: Identify the real English words from a list.
Listen and Type: Transcribe a sentence you hear.
Read Aloud: Record yourself reading a sentence.
Write About the Photo: Describe an image in writing.
Speak About the Photo: Describe an image out loud.
Interactive Reading & Listening: Longer, multi-part sections that simulate real conversations and academic contexts.
Video Interview & Writing Sample: An unscored section where you speak and write on given topics, which is sent to universities along with your score.
Why Choose Fluent Edge Lab for DET Preparation?
Success on an adaptive test requires a unique skill set.
Adaptive Test Strategy: We train you to handle the pressure of an adaptive format and stay focused through rapid question changes.
Mastery of All Question Types: Our curriculum provides extensive practice on every unique DET question, from “Read and Complete” to the “Interactive Reading” sections.
Focus on Foundational Skills: Since the test is adaptive, we strengthen your core grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation to ensure you can handle questions at any difficulty level.
Interview & Writing Sample Coaching: We help you prepare for the unscored section to ensure you make a great impression on admissions officers.
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Duolingo English Test FAQs
Q1: Is the Duolingo English Test as respected as IELTS or TOEFL? Yes, it is now accepted by over 4,000 institutions worldwide, including top universities like Yale, Duke, and Imperial College London. However, you should always check the specific requirements of the universities you are applying to.
Q2: How is the DET scored? The test provides an overall score on a scale of 10-160. It also gives you subscores for Literacy, Comprehension, Conversation, and Production, giving universities a more detailed view of your abilities.