{"id":203603,"date":"2022-09-20T08:08:16","date_gmt":"2022-09-20T06:08:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/sftarticles.wpenginepowered.com\/en\/?p=203603"},"modified":"2025-07-01T20:26:48","modified_gmt":"2025-07-02T03:26:48","slug":"how-to-use-duolingo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cms-articles.softonic.io\/en\/how-to-use-duolingo\/","title":{"rendered":"How to use Duolingo in 5 simple steps"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Duolingo is a popular language learning app<\/strong> that enables users to learn a new language in a fun way. By gamifying the learning process, Duolingo makes learning new languages<\/strong> easier, more efficient, and, most importantly, fun. But is the app really effective? And where do you start with learning a new language?<\/p>\n\n\n

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In this guide, we\u2019ll share with you the best ways to get the most benefit from the app, as well as how to use Duolingo<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is it actually possible to learn a new language with Duolingo?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With frequent use of the app, users can learn the basics <\/strong>of a new language. Duolingo was specifically developed to teach users the basics of a new language. Through daily use of the app, users can learn basic vocabulary and sentence structures for the targeted language. However, it won\u2019t be easy to become 100% fluent in a language<\/strong> through only the app, as sayings, phrases, and the context in real conversations can vary. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Duolingo is great for covering the basics and getting you started. However, practicing conversations with a native speaker of the language will be beneficial once you\u2019ve completed the basics using Duolingo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s the best way to progress through Duolingo?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To make the most of your learning experience on Duolingo, it\u2019s recommended that you keep revising<\/strong> old work while also learning new material. This keeps things fresh while also ensuring you revise old content and really get a grasp of them before simply moving on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The best way to do this is to learn a new skill and progress with it until you reach level one. Once you\u2019ve reached level one in a new skill, go back to a previous skill and work on leveling it up. Circulate through the various skills by learning a new skill<\/strong> and then upgrading a previous skill. Doing this ensures that you revise the previous lessons, keeping the material fresh in your mind and ready to build on as you progress through the modules and skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to use Duolingo<\/h2>\n\n\n

  1. Download the app and create an account<\/h2>\"How

    First, you\u2019ll need to download the app from the relevant app store. Currently, Duolingo is free to download on Android, iPhone, and Windows. Once you\u2019ve <\/span>downloaded and installed the app<\/b>, create an account by adding your email address and password.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>

  2. Choose a language to learn<\/h2>\"How

    Next, you can <\/span>choose what language you want to learn<\/b> and you can learn more than one at a time. However, for first-time users, focusing on one language is recommended until you have it down before starting a new one. Currently, there are 19 different languages available, including French, German, Italian, Spanish, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>

  3. Set reminders<\/h2>\"How

    Working on a new language daily is the best way to ensure you become fluent in the basics. <\/span>Set reminders<\/b> by going to the \u2018Notification\u2019 settings. Here you can set a daily time for the app to remind you to take your lesson for the day.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>

  4. Click home to return to your skill tree<\/h2>\"How

    Tap on the \u2018Home\u2019 icon to return to the main screen. Here you will see the skill tree for the language you selected. This skill tree consists of different modules, each with its own lessons and progress. <\/span><\/p>\n

    Each unit consists of five lessons; your progress through these lessons is tracked so you can continue with them at any time. As you <\/span>complete lessons and modules<\/b>, they will level up and increase in difficulty. More will also be unlocked to help you progress through your learning.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>

  5. Click on a skill unit and start learning<\/h2>\"How

    You can start with any module you want by simply <\/span>tapping on it<\/b>. Once you\u2019ve tapped on it, you\u2019ll be given lessons that consist of exercises, explanations, and more. Once you\u2019ve completed a module, <\/span>there will be a test<\/b>. If you pass the test, you\u2019ll be<\/span> rewarded with crowns<\/b>, and the lesson will level up. <\/span><\/p>\n

    Tip: Remember to cycle through previous work as well as new work to keep a good pace going. Keep building on your previous knowledge by leveling up modules you\u2019ve already covered.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ol><\/div>