Dictation Practice Tips for DET Exam: Understanding Punctuation and Spacing
Mastering Dictation in the Duolingo English Test (DET) requires more than just listening skills. In this episode/article, we share practical tips to improve your punctuation awareness, spacing accuracy, and overall listening-to-writing speed. Learn how to catch every word clearly and write it down with proper formatting—an essential skill to boost your DET score!
Why DET Combines Listening and Speaking
The Duolingo English Test brings real-life situations into your exam—like chatting with someone, listening to a lecture, or thinking on your feet. It blends listening and speaking into one task to check how well you understand, respond, and speak fluently and clearly.