this post was submitted on 21 May 2025
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I’ve been using Duolingo for a month and I don’t really like it. It does not explain anything. It just keeps throwing random sentences and hoping you can figure out the language structure and rules on your own.
They make their “streak” such a big deal and you can’t really set up a schedule that works for you. They want you to use the app everyday. But wait, there’s a fix: you can pay real money to buy gems that can be used to purchase streak freezes. It is becoming no better than those shitty pay-to-win games.
Are you serious you can buy gems? LOL
Oh yeah. Very weird vibes from an “education” app.
The only thing it was good for is memorizing words once you already know the grammar. I wouldn't trust it now, though.