# get expert advice

Duolingo is built by experts. Check out their tips to boost your learning!

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## frequently asked questions

Curious about how well Duolingo works? Our learning experts have answers!

**How do you know for sure that Duolingo works?**  
We do a lot of different [research to make sure Duolingo works](https://blog.duolingo.com/results-duolingo-efficacy-studies/), including [research with you, our learners](https://blog.duolingo.com/how-duolingo-works-with-learners/)!

**How does Duolingo compare to classroom learning?**  
Duolingo learners can read and listen as if they’d taken 5 university semesters! [Read more](https://blog.duolingo.com/effective-intermediate-learning/).

**Can Duolingo help me learn to speak?**  
Yes! [Read more](https://blog.duolingo.com/how-well-does-duolingo-teach-speaking-skills/) about how Duolingo teaches speaking skills.

**Can Duolingo help me travel?**  
Yes! [Learn more](https://blog.duolingo.com/learn-language-for-trip/) about how to use Duolingo for travel.

**Can I learn anything besides languages on Duolingo?**  
A whole lot! Duolingo also teaches [math](https://blog.duolingo.com/duolingo-launches-math-app/), [music](https://blog.duolingo.com/music-course/), [chess](https://blog.duolingo.com/chess-course/), and [kids’ reading](https://abc.duolingo.com/).

**How long does it take to learn a language on Duolingo?**  
Not as long as you think! [Read more](https://blog.duolingo.com/how-long-does-it-take-to-learn-spanish-french/).

**Can I become fluent by using Duolingo?**  
It depends on what you mean by ‘fluent’! [Read more](https://blog.duolingo.com/can-duolingo-make-me-fluent/).

**What’s the most efficient way to learn on Duolingo?**  
The key is to keep moving along the path! [Read more](https://blog.duolingo.com/duolingo-teaches-5-semesters/).