Duolingo English Test Key Vocabulary
Essential terms and definitions you must know before exam day.
Key Vocabulary
Adaptive test
Exam that adjusts difficulty based on your previous answers to precisely measure proficiency.
Sub-scores
DET's four reported dimensions: Literacy, Comprehension, Conversation, Production.
Video Interview
Unscored recorded responses sent to universities to supplement the test score.
Vocabulary Study Tips
- 1.Use the official Duolingo practice test at englishtest.duolingo.com — identical format.
- 2.'Read and Select' tests vocabulary breadth — use Quizlet decks for academic word lists.
- 3.For 'Listen and Type', practice by transcribing English podcasts at 1x speed.
- 4.Speaking sections favor natural fluency over perfect grammar — aim for 4–5 complex sentences.