There are currently 37 languages on offer on the app, and over half a billion users!ĭuolingo has recently developed the Duolingo English Test.

Become a Patreon to gain access to extra BONUS episodes hereįind 20 exclusive episodes and more on our PatreonĪs I said in the introduction, Duolingo is an app that can be downloaded onto your tablet or smartphone to you learn a language.Subscribe to My IELTS Classroom on Google podcasts here.Subscribe to My IELTS Classroom podcast on Apple podcasts here.So, what exactly is the format of the Duolingo English Test? And how easy or difficult is it compared to the other academic exams? Well, we thought the only way to find out was to try the test ourselves! Listen to the episode to find out how we got on!īelow, you can find a summary of the episode, which includes all of the links to useful materials and the times of each part of the discussion (so you can go directly to the part you want to listen to) 🚀 It seemed mind-blowing to me that the makers of this seemingly smile app had managed to create an academic exam that could accurately predict a student’s ability to perform at university. A test that is now accepted at over 1,500 institutes world-wide as an alternative to IELTS and TOEFL. That is why I was surprised a couple of months ago to find out about the Duolingo English Test. In short, Duolingo seemed to be a simple app designed to help people learn the basics of a language. It was all very intuitive and there were cute pictures and sounds to keep me motivated, and I was rewarded for studying every day. I was asked to match words with pictures, repeat simple phrases, and make short translations. It is one of oldest and most-well know language learning apps, and is well-known for being easy to use, especially for beginners. I remember using the app to get to grips with Italian before going on holiday to Tuscany, and I found it was a great way to learn the basics in a fun way. If you have ever thought about studying a second language and searched online for an app to help you, then there is a high chance the you have come across Duolingo. What is the Duolingo English Test and is it a good option for you as a test-taker? That’s what Nick and I will be discussing in today’s lesson!

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