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English Learning Tool · 2013

Duolingo

Duolingo is a platform that includes a language-learning website and app, as well as a digital language proficiency assessment exam.

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2013

Community summary

Reviewers mostly see Duolingo as a strong beginner tool that makes language practice easy to stick with. They praise the short, game-like lessons, streaks, leaderboards, and intuitive design for turning daily study into a habit and helping with vocabulary, reading, listening, and basic confidence. The main limits are depth: many say grammar explanations can be thin, lessons repetitive, and content too basic for intermediate or real-world use. A few also mention annoying notifications, occasional instability, and one language-setting restriction.

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beginner friendly2fun learning experience2gamified features2microlearning modules2

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Tim Ang

6 reviews · 2yr ago

Founder Reviews

Great extension. Would like to see AI-generated reading material that integrates everything you've learned til now. They also still haven't mastered the non-European languages - Duolingo is not the place to become literate in Chinese, but is ok for mastering a few phrases.

Dipak Shiroya

3 reviews · 2yr ago

Founder Reviews

Duolingo is a fantastic language-learning platform that offers a user-friendly interface, a wide selection of languages, and structured lessons that cater to learners of all levels. Its gamified approach makes learning fun and addictive, while its emphasis on practical language skills ensures real-world proficiency. The community features add an extra layer of support and motivation. Overall, Duolingo is an excellent tool for anyone looking to learn a new language efficiently and enjoyably. Highly recommended!

Viktoria Zaiets

1 review · 2yr ago

Founder Reviews

Duolingo is the only app that helped me develop a habit of everyday language learning, which is essential if you want to succeed. Love the app for all its educational content and teaching approach.

Emily

10 reviews · 11mo ago

Other Reviews

I use Duolingo every morning to practice Spanish, and it’s become a valuable part of my daily routine. The bite-sized lessons make it easy to stay consistent, even on busy days. I’ve noticed real progress in my vocabulary, reading skills, and listening comprehension since I started using it regularly. The gamified features, like streaks and XP points, keep me motivated without feeling too pushy. Occasionally, I find the repetition a bit much, and some grammar explanations could be clearer, but overall it’s an effective and enjoyable tool. It has made language learning feel manageable and even fun

Oksana Polo

1 review · 3yr ago

Other Reviews

I'm a strong supporter and a long-term user, forever in love with the brand, the mascot and the playful and hilarious tone of voice. I've been enjoying Duolingo's French course for about a year now and while I would (and have) highly recommend it, I've seen some drastic changes which pushed me away as a premium subscriber. I.g. I'm really missing audio lessons with Paul and Estel, and the learning "tree" instead of "path" which it used to be. I'm still a user, though, and I'm still very excited about the product and the people behind it!

Rachel Chan

3 reviews · 1yr ago

Other Reviews

I've been learning German on Duolingo for a while, and it’s been pretty good for me. But when I try to practice a language I’ve learned before (like Japanese), the exercises feel too basic to really help me improve (even I’m still far from mastering it). SO I wouldn’t say it’s best way to learn a foreign language, the sentences/vocabulary taught are NOT enough when it comes to real-world situations. But still a great beginner tool to foster interest in learning another language.

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