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Life & fun · October 6, 2016

Duolingo Bots

AI-powered characters to teach language conversation

Duolingo Bots launched on October 6, 2016 with 631 votes, #14 of 3,690 launches that month and more than 99% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 10 years on.

In plain words

Duolingo Bots are AI-powered characters designed to teach language conversation skills. The bots respond dynamically to thousands of possible user answers, adapting to different inputs rather than following rigid scripts. They are intended for language learners seeking interactive conversation practice. The system stands out for its flexible AI responses that can handle variable user inputs, making practice feel more natural and less scripted than traditional language learning tools.

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Duolingo Bots are powered by artificial intelligence and react differently to thousands of possible answers.

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