Hi Teacher Luke here,

I know preparing for the Duolingo English Test can feel tough, but don't stress!

I'm here to help!

I've put together my top 5 tips to not only help you pass the DET, but really ace it!

Top 5 Tips to Ace the DET

1️⃣ Focus on Speaking and Writing

The speaking and writing sections are a common challenge for test-takers—and they're also a key requirement for many universities.

These 8 question types directly impact your Speaking and Writing Scores 👇

• Summarize the Conversation
• Write About the Photo
• Interactive Writing
• Speak About the Photo
• Read Then Speak
• Interactive Speaking
• Writing Sample
• Speaking Sample

That's a lot 😲

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2️⃣ Know all 13 question Types

The DET includes 13 different question types that assess your

• listening
• reading
• writing
• speaking

Knowing all the question types inside and out is your first step toward success.

3️⃣ Understand the Scoring Criteria

Your grammar, vocabulary, fluency, and content all play a role in how your speaking and writing tasks are scored.

Learning how to craft effective answers that hit all these points is essential—and it’s exactly what I teach in DET Ready.

(Source: Official DET Guide)

4️⃣ Practice Makes Perfect—Especially Timed Practice

Regular, timed practice is key to managing the pace of the DET. My Full Test videos on YouTube (I’ve made over 20!) and the Practice Platform on practice.detready.com are great tools to help you prepare.

5️⃣ Know the Rules

Avoid test-day mistakes by following these essential rules:

• Don’t use memorized answers for speaking and writing.
• Keep your eyes on the screen.
• Don’t use tools like Grammarly.
• Don’t take notes.
• Make sure you’re in a room alone.
• Don't wear earphones or earbuds

Master these tips, and you’ll be well on your way to acing the DET.

Teacher Luke