Essential Lessons for the Duolingo English Test

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0:00 Intro: Duolingo English Test Essential Lessons
0:24 Interactive Listening and Summary
23:50 Read and Select (Vocabulary question)
33:03 Read and Complete (Fill in the blanks)
1:11:32 Listen and Type (dictation)
1:25:23 Interactive Reading
1:59:42 Write About the Photo (describe a photo)
2:06:34 Speak About the Photo
2:20:04 Read, Then Speak
2:37:06 Listen, Then Speak
2:51:22 Read, Then Write
3:12:43 Rules for the Duolingo English Test
This video is all the essential lessons you need to succeed on the Duolingo English Test. Learn about each question type, get tips and strategies, and practice with lots of Duolingo English Test practice questions.
Are you taking the Duolingo English Test soon? Let me know in the comments.
The Duolingo English Test is the newest English proficiency test available for English students to take to validate their English skills. You usually need to take a test like the Duolingo English Test before you apply to a university or college in an English-speaking country.
This new Duolingo English Test is made specifically for those who need to get an official English score to study at a university or college. It’s similar to the IELTS and TOEFL and is accepted by thousands of universities around the world. You can go to the Duolingo English Test website to find out whether the university you want to attend accepts the test.
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[@anupsijapati]

Just got my official Duolingo test result yesterday and I managed to score overall 130 with just a day of preparation. Tips: Don't portray your mind thinking this as a hard test. Just practise 5 to 6 practise test and see in what range you are getting the score. Work on your mistakes. You all can do it guys. Go for it !!!!

[@aanuoluwapoodeyemi7762]

Please how can I register and pay for it Do I need to pay in dollar or naira Or can I use my card to pay I’m in Nigeria please put me through

[@user-hf3jx6gp9p]

Hello man. Congrats on your level and if you don't mind can you share your experience i mean what kind of material did you use in your preparation time? If you answer me I greatly appreciate it!!

[@ouremotions7395]

Brother can you give me some advice how can i achieve it??

[@sandeep7199]

Hey @@aanuoluwapoodeyemi7762 you can use any type card either credit or debit card for to purchase the test

[@telles131]

@@aanuoluwapoodeyemi7762 You can probably pay with your country's currency if you have a credit card that works with Visa, MasterCard, and others. It costs $60, and your card will automatically convert the amount to the desired currency, including the charge for IOF tax.

[@ahmads.u.d5374]

First test 75-120 Then after taking Teacher Luke lectures Second test 110-145 This man is really a magician 😳😳❤️❤️

[@hortieducation]

How many days you prepared?

[@ahmads.u.d5374]

@@hortieducation brother less than a week seriously. Its a black magic in his lectures i guess 😂lol

[@JustineKweyo]

Teacher Luke ? Where do I begin? THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR TAKING THE TIME to teach all of us English so clearly 😭. I’ve been watching your videos for the past 5 days and I managed to achieve a score of 135 overall Literacy 125 Comprehension 140 Conversation 140 Production 130 I only needed 120 overall and 105 in each component. Thank you so much. To anyone doubting themselves, if you’re getting a score of 110-140 on the practice tests, trust me you’re ready to take the test, just believe in yourself and be confident.

[@krithika1438]

Hello. I'm constantly getting 105 - 140 in my practice test. Can I have the chance of getting 130 overall?

[@JustineKweyo]

@@krithika1438 hey there. I’d say you’re on track👏🏽. Watch more of Teacher Luke’s videos and improve on areas where you feel you’re weak at & then take the test. Make sure to utilize the writing and speaking prompt. Write and speak as much as you can. Good luck.

[@krithika1438]

@@JustineKweyo Thank you so much!

[@trxpsyclone1333]

Can you tell me how i can get 120

[@evalinejerop7474]

How can i get practice questions

[@akhilgubbala459]

Thanks, Luke. I’ve watched your duolingo playlist for 5 days and attempted the exam, and I got 130

[@tayyabzahid1636]

bro really?

i truly believe those comments are fake and you can find them every other video. they are all in the same structure and at least 15 words@@tayyabzahid1636

[@powerstar5676]

Is paper will be easy to attempt...

[@sagarkarankal6325]

Hello pls tell us about the exam

[@alimehdi7834]

What u were getting in practice

[@itsmerej]

Hey Teacher Luke, just got my results today and I got 150!! So over the moon right now! Been practicing daily for a month in your practice platform and regularly watching your videos. I usually average on 135-145 on the practice tests 2 days before the exam so I knew I can pass. Still, the actual exam especially the speaking portion for me was so nerve-wracking. Fortunately, the adrenaline and a month’s practice kicked in before my nerves. You’ve helped me a lot get this score. Now, I can enroll to get a doctorate degree at a university in the US. Thank you so much and I hope you keep helping and inspiring more people to pass the DET with flying colors. Cheers! 🎉

[@falonemusonda7767]

Please I have a problem connecting my microphone to duolinguo. How did you do for yours?

[@vinodkuppala4145]

Hi, Teacher Luke! I just received my results today and I wanted to thank you for all your amazing videos and content. I ended up with an overall score of 130, which is all thanks to you and your incredible teaching skills. I'm so grateful, I found your videos, and Thankyou so much teacher for giving us valuable content. From the bottom of my heart, Thank you again, Teacher Luke!❤❤

[@gapyisizephilin3276]

God Bless you teacher Luke! Your courses and videos helped me to succeed in my Duolingo English Test. You're doing a wonderful Job! Greetings from Africa!🙏🙏

[@Aryani.]

I had almost searched on KZbin for an appropriate resource and I found this channel! It's amazing. Thanks for sharing required info for the test.❤

[@lynnetgrace6677]

Thank you so much Teacher Luke for these videos, I watched them for 3days and managed to get 140. May God bless you

[@efeakpomudje7854]

Thank you so much Teacher Luke for your videos. I scored 125 in my first ever Duolingo Test. You have no idea how much impact you’re making ❤

[@DiYbyUc]

Good afternoon, Luke. I came across your practice videos, and I studied them. Thank you so much. I got my score on Monday, scored 130 overall😇

[@user-qr7ww6wy8c]

Hi Teacher Luke. Last night, I tried to take a practice test on DET website, and my score is 100 meanwhile my target score is 145. Today marks my first day learning from your KZbin Channel for DET preparation. I am planning to take the test within a month. Wish me luck and I'll be back to this comment after I got the result!

[@ZeyiadAlthafery]

BRO, did you take the official test?

[@maryamdahir1956]

Thanks a lot, teacher Luke. I watched your videos before I gave my duolingo english test, and it helped me to achieve my target. Thanks again.

[@princessnatashabals]

Teacher Luke, I came across your videos a day before my exam and I just binge-watched this particular video. I got a 150 overall score! 145 Production 150 literacy 150 comprehension 145 conversation I must say that I took the practice test about 5 times (with a lot of distractions btw) and I kept getting 115-140 so I encourage everyone to take the jump!

[@VedantNayak-cn4uz]

hey, was real test harder than practice test? how much harder?

[@princessnatashabals]

@@VedantNayak-cn4uz nope. Pretty much the same.

[@esthernyambura897]

Hi

[@crystaljoyce9451]

Thank you, Teacher Luke, for the information and guide looking forward for getting a passing grade in my DET soon. this is my 1st time watching your vlog. I learned a lot! will watch more of your content before I take the exam.

[@lovevictoria8242]

Thank you for providing this free resources for us. I just got my score earlier, and I scored 130. Thanks a million teacher Luke.

[@alizafar4004]

Thanks Luke. This guides me a lot.

[@keval3535]

Please make more videos like these ....where every section can be learned in a single video 🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@TheBm60]

Thank you. I managed to watch all the videos and improved my score.

[@christianamiller4086]

Hello Teacher Luke, thank you so much for your very informative DET videos. I have been able to pass my DET with a score of 140. I am deeply grateful for your assistance.

[@alapiscof]

💗 great help, thank you so much!

[@eltomosman8802]

Hello, Teacher Luke! I just received my results on March 8, 2024, and thank you for all your amazing videos and content. I ended up with an overall score of 160, which is all thanks to you and your incredible teaching skills. I'm so grateful that I found your videos, and thank you so much, teacher, for giving us valuable content. From the bottom of my heart, thank you again, Teacher Luke!

[@sabasaadat9430]

Hey Luke! Thanks for your wonderful videos! Helping me alot, im going to have a test less than a month and your guidance is precious to me💖

[@Gamer_75763]

Thank you teacher luke. After taking 7 days premium access of your det practice site and watching your videos, i have managed to get 110 overall in my Duolingo exam. Although i don't know the pattern of det before and you know you have made me ready within this short time . Thank you again sir ❤

[@HammadKhan-yn7vq]

i Got 120 in just 5 days , i appeared in ielts as well or scored only 6.0 which was not enough or i had not much to attempt again an ielts. Thankyou so much for such a quality content anyone who scored between 110-145 in a practice test can easily score 120 in real test which is good and equivalent to ielts band 7.0

[@playboicartihey]

i got 115-145 in practice but i can't talk long what would i get?

[@HammadKhan-yn7vq]

@@playboicartihey it's only effect your production score overall you can easily score 110 or above which is good. Try to talk more or just be confident or don't be in hurry .. Talk in medium speed so you can easily think about the next sentense .. All the best dude

[@DionisoBaco.]

@@HammadKhan-yn7vq Yeah, my production is under 100…which is really bad. I need to figure out a way to improve it sooner or later 😞😞😞

[@saileshdhakal215]

Thanks to teacher luke for preparing all the videos for DET. I really loved them . I literally watched them for 2 days and i got score of 130. Though, I am not from an English speaking country(First language) I❤ attempted for the first time and got this. Thank you so much and many more🎉🎉

[@mariescorner2447]

Hi Teacher Luke I stumbled on your channel just a week before I wrote the DET and I had no clue about the test.finallly I got my results today with an overall score of 125.Thank u so much👏 your videos really helped me.indeed your good at what u do.....kudos💃💃

[@khanzadaaqeel2088]

Thank You 🎉 Teacher Luke. Your videos help me alot in achieving my target score. Your are doing a great job. Your test site detready is also a great platform for preparation. Thanks so much.

[@krishnagaming3182]

Thanks for your guidance Luke sir.I try to take the test today I prepared well by watching your videos and practice by your practice platform. Thanks for your support and God bless you ❤

[@gokuleshyendamuri2706]

Thanks, Luke I've watched your Duolingo playlist for 3 days and I got my desired score.

[@BANGINGONSTREET]

Which playlist did you see?

[@yonnymillion1221]

Thank you so much, Teacher Luke!!

[@bhuvanpurohit9951]

Thanks Luke for uploading such a great content for free of cost.

[@arjunstyle9726]

Thank you, Teacher Luke, for the information

[@jeanreginaldcadet1458]

I finished watching the whole video. You did a good job professor because I learned so much watching it. Thank you so much.

[@fa60maa]

It is very helpful thank you sir!

[@sangamveerayogendrareddyul3713]

Thanks Teacher Luke, got the results today scored 120 by going through your videos for just 2 days.

[@raphaelamalta2409]

Thanks, Luke! Your videos are very helpful. I will attempt my test today :) Wish me luck

[@fasasichillex8649]

Let's 😮know when the result is out 🤩

[@alvarmillas9712]

This is the only comment I've ever made on youtube and I'll therefore keep it short, but I just had to express my many thanks to you. I got my test results today and scored 160 overall, with my lowest score being production (140). I had consistently scored 115-145 and 105-140 on practice tests, so I wasn't at all expecting this result. Anyway, I wanted to tell you that the fact that you've provided us with these amazing videos for free is extremely generous, and I hope you realize how many people's lives you've made better. You're a wonderful human being -thanks.

[@faavaivaifiu57]

That awesome I find it easy to do with using the tips given. THanks a lot

[@user-ii4pm3fc8t]

Thank you, Teacher Luke.

[@Creativesisvibe]

Yes, I want you to do more videos on writing task, more over on the questions that will help us to practice more

[@cynthiahernandezcruz5553]

Muchísimas gracias teacher, estuve estudiando con sus videos y obtuve mi puntaje solicitado por el college. Saludos y bendiciones.

[@abdullahalajlan5663]

Thanks, Luke. For these awesome videos, I got 110 from the first try, and I am looking to get better on the second one.

[@anuhyaparise1483]

Thank you teacher Luke.. I was able attain my desire score

[@Daryadarya-ul3sh]

Thank you sir, I watched this video completely, and it was so beneficial for me.

[@jeimmylorenasolerlopez1312]

I finished the whole video. These are great tips to follow. Thanks so much, Teacher Luke.

[@TeacherLuke-DET]

You're very welcome!

[@Dr_bone111]

I am going to start my preparation from today and I find your video interesting & to the point . Hope so I will score above 120 in my real time exam which i will right may be in next few days ….!! Such a amazing mentor you are . Thanks for providing a guidance.

[@mohamedihab4599]

Thanks very much Teacher Luke for your awesome videos! I prepared in about a week using your videos and the training website. In particular, I was very nervous about production and conversation questions because I don't speak English often with other people. Fortunately, I took the test and received 150/160 (150 Production)! I am very grateful for your efforts and definitely recommend your channel and training website for anyone who wants to ace the DET or improve their English in general. Even if I didn't get a good score, I still benefited very much from your amazing content. Definitely one of the best English teachers and teachers in general! Thanks again!🌹

[@soorajs5735]

How much did you get when you are practicing?

[@mohamedihab4599]

@@soorajs5735 Almost always 105-140. It is worth mentioning that I got the same score range even though in some practice tests I entirely skipped the speaking questions (by remaining silent until the end of required time). So, I guess practice test scores are not 100% reliable.

[@Sandie27]

Hi Teacher Luke, Sandra from Nigeria here.Thank you so much for your lessons and tips.I was really nervous to take the test at first but after watching your videos, I had a bit of confidence built up especially for the speaking aspect. My results just came out today and I got an overall of 145 with literacy-140 , comprehension -150 ,conversation - 145 and production -130 Thank you so so much. P.S I add, I only had 1 week of practice and watching your videos. This was also my first attempt

[@emmanuelabakah5194]

Wow, congrats Could you share some tips please?

[@Sandie27]

@@emmanuelabakah5194 the tips I followed was from teacher Lukes videos, and I also practiced my speaking by looking up random speaking topics and trying to elaborate on them. Another thing is, I have been speaking English since I was in nursery, The medium of teaching in my country is in English and so it wasn't so difficult to adapt quickly to the tips.However,you'll do great , just work on your weakness and do the test. My weakness was confident speaking, I can't form words confidently, I stuttered but I worked on it before the test.

[@nellymoralesojeda1777]

I want to express my gratitude to Luke! He helped me achieve the score I needed (which was 135). I highly recommend paying his production course on the DET practice platform, it is organized and straightforward. Thank you!!🤩

[@hudaabbas5703]

how days it takes to be prepared after buying his PRODUCTS?THANKS

[@jagdipbrar9903]

It's really great method to teach anyone.

[@nimrabutt2744]

Thank you so much, Teacher Luke..... I got my desired score in Duolingo. Your videos really helped me a lot. At the end of the test, they ask you about your target score so always show them a higher target eg if you are targeting 125 then write a 145 target score.

[@itsstubby7536]

Thank you teacher Luke 🎉

[@cenkylmaz8988]

just binge watched some of your videos and got 135 in my first attempt. Thank you Teacher Luke

[@harimatakala3309]

Thank you so much sir for giving valuable tips .I score 125 by seeing your videos, it really greatful to me that i made it and given answer with my score to all people who judged me .

[@charliemore2726]

Teacher Luke, I want to thank you for all the advices and the platform, I've got my results today and I am very happy!!! cheers

[@TeacherLuke-DET]

Nice one!

[@susanayago4881]

Hello, Teacher Luke. I just came here to comment and say thank you for all the lessons and practice exams. I just got my results and I was able to score a 145 overall with just a few days of practice using your youtube channel tips. Thanks again.

[@TeacherLuke-DET]

That's great to hear- what a score! Well done 👏

[@susanayago4881]

@@TeacherLuke-DET Thank you!!

[@pinalbhalala5751]

Thank you sir , your all information and tricks are very important and useful which are helpful for numerous students.

[@sajjadhaider6016]

thank you very much sir.

[@realbuddy1]

Hi! This is my text for the speaking task 2:35:19 My favorite hobby is taking photos of my friends, strangers, and landscapes. I like to catch the epic emotions. Moving to the next question, I’ve been shooting photos since my parents bought their first camera in the early 00s. It was a small camera with a flash card. As for question three, I prefer to do it alone, because I am too focused on my feelings, proсess, and myself. But sometimes when I need some help with lighters and some other stuff, I invite my friend or my sister. And for the last question, this hobby is important for me, because it is the opportunity to show others my vision of the world, and creativity. Moreover, it is one of the ways to earn money.

[@myacc10101]

I just have to write this comment to thank this channel. I got 125 on DET, thank you so much!! I have no idea how I would've passed it without your lessons..

[@twins_mz]

Your videos are more than tips. Thank you for teaching us. I got my 120 score on my first attempt which is enough for my master degree. May God bless you.

[@Trendinginfo623]

Thanks Mr Luke am from Nigeria after watching your videos for 4days I decided to take the exam, I just received my results now and I scored 110 thanks Mr Luke...you are the best

[@nijithajose2603]

Thank you so much Teacher luke for your videos ❤

[@user-vm4th9oc7n]

Actually, I felt so good after this video thank you so much teacher.

[@cruelheart9839]

Hi there, I have watched his videos and attempted the test twice and I got 140 in the 2nd attempt.Thanks luke. Only this video is enough to score 120.

[@savi_deshmukh]

Thank you teacher Luke. I have scored 130 with 2-3 days preparation, your videos helped me immensely. THANK YOU! ❤

[@avanthika7880]

How did you do it ??

[@jorgeklu3766]

Will write my tomorrow ,I have learnt a lot from this page , hopefully I get the score I want

[@jenyaosmolovska]

Thank you, Teacher Luke! Only because of your videos got 115 for Production. Appreciate 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@huynhngocloanchau]

Hi, teacher Luke. Thanks a lot for your valuable tips. I watched your videos and practiced within 4 days. And I got my scored this morning, 125 overvall.

[@divyasri6015]

Thank you soooooo much teacher Luke,i got good score in Duolingo ❤🎉

[@user-zv9ou2mc6b]

Am really enjoying your studies Mr Luke.I will be taking my DET on march 2024 ,am hoping to get a very good score.thank you

[@knowledge2021]

Thanks my teacher. I love it

[@TeacherLuke-DET]

Glad to hear that

[@swetathapa5070]

Thank you so much teacher Luke for your great guidance 😊I got my desire score. You are wonderful mentor👍

[@TeacherLuke-DET]

That's awesome! Well done 😀

[@sheenashuri8370]

Teacher Luke thank you so much for your detailed videos. I watched them for a week and scored 130 in my test 2 weeks ago. Thank you 😊

[@Creativecreation1541]

What was you practice test score bro tell please🙏

[@Tiana7388]

Thank you!

[@alexandrahenriquez2722]

Best video ever! Thank you so much! I’m very worried about my English test, but I’ll give ma best❤

[@TeacherLuke-DET]

Thank you! Good luck on your exam.

[@ajaynegi4572]

Thanks a lot Mr Luke Sir.

[@TeacherLuke-DET]

You are very welcome

[@user-ev6ro2ci2b]

Thank you, I'm planning to write my Duolingo test

[@elvismba1115]

❤This is really good. Thanks a lot.

[@user-zq9ts7uw2g]

Thanks for great videos❤❤

[@hasanmusa2538]

Thanks a lot Luke! I have scored 130 on Duolingo. I watched your video for 5-6 days, 7-8 videos. And after that I appeared on Duolingo test. I am sure, if I have watched your video for 10-15 days, 20-25 videos, I would have scored 150.

[@SandeepaNirmanitha]

For those who want to skip practice questions 0:25 Interactive listening key points and strategies 9:00 practice questions 15:42 Summarize the conversation key points and strategies 23:49 Read & select key points and strategies 28:22 practice questions 33:05 Read & complete key points and strategies 38:05 practice questions 1:11:33 Listen & type key points and strategies 1:13:05 practice questions 1:25:25 Interactive reading key points and strategies 1:26:08 practice questions 1:59:42 Write about the photo key points and strategies 2:06:35 Speak about the photo key points and strategies 2:20:06 Read then speak key points and strategies 2:34:55 practice questions 2:37:07 Listen then speak key points and strategies 2:44:06 practice questions 2:51:23 Read then write key points and strategies 3:12:43 DET rules

[@TeacherLuke-DET]

Thanks!

[@jahnavipragada8677]

Hello teacher luke your videos helped me to clear det in my first attempt by watching them just a day before my exam.I got practice score between 110-140 which is enough for my desired university so I gave a attempt and got 120 which is more than enough with a production score of 110 thanks for everything🎉🎉🎉

[@user007-bj9wv]

Thank you for the lessons.

[@TeacherLuke-DET]

My pleasure!

[@sumudupriyanka1812]

superb one

[@roshankc8175]

Thank you, Teacher Luke ! Being a premium member of your products and materials, I practiced for 5 days on your platform and overall scored 135. Initially I was nervous during the real test and later my confidence boomed. Your strategies and techniques really helped me a lot. All I can say - THANK YOU.

[@TeacherLuke-DET]

That's awesome - well done! May I use this comment as a review on my website? I will blur out your name.

[@roshankc8175]

@@TeacherLuke-DET Thank you. No harm in doing so.....

[@sanjanayadav6801]

@@TeacherLuke-DET my practice score is 115-125 .. will I be able to score 110 in real test I m planing to take it within a week please help me sir should I take the exam or I should practice for more

[@Beauty-highlights]

Greetings , Dear Teacher luke I'm very thankful to you . By only 1 day of practice ,due to urgent requirement of English proficiency test i got 105 scores. I just practice 3 test on duolingo website and watched your videos. Although there was 3 years gap in my education but i succeeded. Embassy demand was 90 but i got 105 . Again thank you. MAY GOD BLESS you with more success.

[@veeramahendranathreddygang1086]

Thanks Sir The video really helped me to get a good score

[@satnamkangkang1210]

Thanku sir this video is really helpfull for Duolingo test

[@resdilmen]

I watch couple of video from Luke. I am fluent but exam totally a different story. I even mess up at the exam but managed to get 130. Definetely he is on point with all suggestions. The most useful content for this test. I have been checking couple of different youtuber but Luke way better at explaining and pointing out the right tricks. Thanks for your content!

[@keerthireddy7416]

Thanks for your guidance Luke sir. I have gone through your video before my exam .I am able to score 115 marks. With 3 hours practice I am able to score this much marks. Thanks Luke sir.

[@yassinelnajjar7085]

Excellent

[@jenni2565]

Hi, Teacher Luke, you've been such a great teacher. Please create more videos for learners . I got 125 and made it to my desired score which is 115, but I have to improve more on my production score. Worry anymore. Thank you Teacher 🙂

[@liliannnaji5958]

That's interesting..it's not quite difficult... thanks for the tips

[@user-if9kq6dw1i]

thanks a lot.😍❤

[@user-qr7ef5lo4n]

Was helpful ❤

[@user-hp2qd9ps9b]

Very useful

[@user-xq8jq9jh9x]

Very Helpful sir ..

[@komalsrinivas2883]

Hey Luke! I watched your videos for 4 days and I got a score of 140. You're doing an amazing job Thank you

[@TeacherLuke-DET]

Wow that's amazing! Well done!

[@dhruvpatel2067]

I got 95 -135 should i take exam?

[@komalsrinivas2883]

Take the practice tests regularly. It really helped me score better marks. Try getting 115-145, then you can take the test. @@dhruvpatel2067

[@BANGINGONSTREET]

Which videos did you watch?

[@amalnazeer5134]

​@@dhruvpatel2067bro.. I got 85-120 on practice test, but when u attempted the real test i got 130