How Many Marks for the Duolingo Exam?

Duolingo is a widely accepted English proficiency test amongst students who are moving abroad to English-speaking countries. When the candidates are applying to study abroad or work in universities, they need to clear their English proficiency. The test-takers often wonder “How many marks are required for the Duolingo exam?”. In this blog, we will give detailed information about the scoring system and answer the question “How many marks for the Duolingo exam?” 

Exam Name	Duolingo English Test (DET)
Duolingo English Test Fee	INR 4,852
Duration	1 Hour
Score Validity	2 years
Official Website	https://englishtest.duolingo.com/

Score Range of Duolingo Exam

The marks range of the Duolingo exam is 10- 160. The candidates will also receive the subscores based on their ability and comprehension. 

Here is the range of scores with the analysis of the performance:

Score Range	Analysis
Below 60	Indicates a basic knowledge of English but with a limited level of English proficiency.
60-85	Indicates a Moderate knowledge of English. The test-takers can easily understand and communicate well in the English language.
90-115	Indicates a High-level knowledge of English. The test-takers can understand and have a strong connection with the language.
120-160	Indicates the highest level of knowledge of English. The test-takers can understand and have a strong connection with the language.

Also Read: Duolingo Exam Fees in India: Registration, Cancellation

Subscores in the Duolingo Exam

The candidates who are appearing for the Duolingo exam, are awarded subcores based on their description. 

Here is a detailed analysis of these subscores:

Criteria of Subscoes	Description
Literacy	Ability to read and write
Comprehension	Candidate’s reading and listening skills
Production	Candidate’s writing and speaking skills
Conversation	Test of Speaking and Listening Skills

How to Score Good Marks in the Duolingo Exam?

Here is the list of strategies that a candidate can easily use to score good marks in the Duolingo exam:

1. Know the pattern of the exam. It is very important to familiarise yourself with the structure of the exam.
2. The candidates should know all the language aspects including grammar, Vocabulary, and Communication skills.
3. The candidate should also use flashcards and vocabulary lists to learn new words and phrases every day.
4. Practice, Practice, and Practice. It is very important to identify weaknesses and strengths so that the candidates can work accordingly. You can easily identify these by practicing many practice tests. 

Also Read: Duolingo vs PTE

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