📝 English Vocabulary for DET
Build your English vocabulary with essential words and expressions for the Duolingo English Test. Organized by topics and difficulty levels.
🎯 Vocabulary Categories
🎓 Academic Vocabulary
Research & Analysis
Analyze
verb
Definition: To examine methodically by separating into parts and studying them
Example: "The researcher will analyze the data to find patterns."
Synonyms: examine, study, investigate, assess
Evidence
noun
Definition: Facts or information that prove something is true
Example: "The study provides strong evidence for this theory."
Synonyms: proof, data, facts, support
Significant
adjective
Definition: Important or meaningful
Example: "There was a significant increase in test scores."
Synonyms: important, notable, substantial, meaningful
Academic Writing
Furthermore
adverb
Definition: In addition; moreover
Example: "The study shows positive results. Furthermore, it suggests new applications."
Synonyms: moreover, additionally, besides, also
Consequently
adverb
Definition: As a result; therefore
Example: "The weather was bad. Consequently, the event was cancelled."
Synonyms: therefore, thus, as a result, so
🏠 Everyday Vocabulary
Family & Relationships
Sibling
noun
Definition: A brother or sister
Example: "I have two siblings: an older brother and a younger sister."
Synonyms: brother, sister, family member
Reliable
adjective
Definition: Dependable; can be trusted
Example: "My friend is very reliable - she always keeps her promises."
Synonyms: trustworthy, dependable, consistent
Work & Career
Deadline
noun
Definition: The latest time or date by which something should be completed
Example: "The project deadline is next Friday."
Synonyms: due date, target date, cutoff
Efficient
adjective
Definition: Working well without wasting time or energy
Example: "The new system is much more efficient than the old one."
Synonyms: productive, effective, streamlined
💬 Idioms & Expressions
Time-Related Idioms
In the nick of time
idiom
Definition: Just in time; at the last possible moment
Example: "I arrived in the nick of time to catch my flight."
Time flies
idiom
Definition: Time passes very quickly
Example: "I can't believe it's already December - time flies!"
Success & Achievement
Hit the nail on the head
idiom
Definition: To be exactly right about something
Example: "You hit the nail on the head with that analysis."
Break the ice
idiom
Definition: To start a conversation in a social situation
Example: "I told a joke to break the ice at the party."
🔗 Collocations
Common Verb Collocations
Make a decision
collocation
Definition: To decide something
Example: "I need to make a decision about which university to attend."
Take responsibility
collocation
Definition: To accept blame or duty for something
Example: "Good leaders take responsibility for their team's mistakes."
Adjective Collocations
Heavy rain
collocation
Definition: Intense rainfall
Example: "The heavy rain caused flooding in the city."
Strong coffee
collocation
Definition: Coffee with intense flavor
Example: "I prefer strong coffee in the morning."
📊 Vocabulary Practice
Flashcard Quiz
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Analyze
Definition
To examine methodically by separating into parts and studying them
Example
The researcher will analyze the data to find patterns.
📚 Study Tips
- 📖 Context Learning: Learn words in sentences, not in isolation
- 🔄 Spaced Repetition: Review words at increasing intervals
- 📝 Use It: Try to use new words in your own sentences
- 🎯 Focus on Frequency: Learn the most common words first
- 🔗 Learn Collocations: Pay attention to words that go together