Duolingo English Test: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
In this article, we answer all of the most frequently asked questions about the Duolingo English Test.
Table of Contents
- Given my score on the official practice test, what will be my score on the real test?
- What is the highest score on the Duolingo English Test?
- What is the lowest score on the Duolingo English Test?
- How do I cheat on the Duolingo English Test?
- Where can I find Duolingo English Test practice materials?
Given my score on the official practice test, what will be my score on the real test?
Duolingo provides an official practice test that you can take as many times as you like. It provides you with an estimated, overall score.
However, these estimated scores often have very large ranges. For example, it is not unusual for someone to receive an estimated score of 60 to 110!
From what we have seen, the estimated scores on the practice test are typically lower than what people get on the actual exam. So, we recommend that you take the average of the lower and higher bounds and use that as a safe estimate of your overall score.
For example, if you receive an estimated score of 60 to 110, the average of those numbers is 85. If you take the test, it is more likely that you will score above 85 than below 85.
That said, the estimated scores simply aren’t an accurate indicator of how you will do on the actual test, so there is no way to know for certain if you will get the score you need before you take the DET.
What is the highest score on the Duolingo English Test?
The highest score is 160 in theory. However, that score is impossible to get. Realistically, the highest score is 155.
What is the lowest score on the Duolingo English Test?
Theoretically, the lowest score is 0. However, in reality the lowest score is 60.
How do I cheat on the Duolingo English Test?
We have never encountered someone who successfully cheated on the DET. However, we have encountered many people who did not cheat but whose scores Duolingo did not certify and who were asked to retake the exam! This indicates that Duolingo wants to make sure that no one cheats.
While you take the test, Duolingo records you the entire time. Human proctors watch your session for any signs that you were cheating. Many, many people have to retake the test simply because they looked away from the screen too much.
If Duolingo finds clear evidence that you cheated, you will be banned for life!
Where can I find Duolingo English Test practice materials?
We recommend Arno. We not only give you unlimited practices. We use AI to give you instant scores as well as feedback on your grammar, pronunciation, and vocabulary.
In addition, on our blog, we have tons of great articles about every aspect of the DET. Some popular ones are Duolingo English Test Ultimate Guide and 8 Ways to Improve Your Production Score on Duolingo English Test.
