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Tools that make learning a new language easier
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items I’ve always loved learning new languages, so I put together some of the apps and websites I’ve actually used along the way. These are the ones that helped me stay consistent and made studying a bit more fun.
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I use these apps when I want to practice on the go. They’re super handy for quick vocab or grammar, and they keep me consistent even when I don’t feel like sitting down to study.
I really like this app - it’s one of my go-tos. There’s a free version and a premium one (I use premium). With free, you can still do lessons, but you’ll have ads and you can’t practice vocab or grammar as much. The language selection is solid, and t...
Busuu
This app is great when you’re just starting a new language. It uses different scenarios to teach vocabulary in context, which makes it easier to remember. There’s a little grammar, but it’s mostly vocab-focused. The language selection is really good,...
Memrise
I love this app - also, that little blue cat is my favorite! 😍 The lessons are short and cover both vocab and grammar, with clear explanations for everything you’re learning. It has free and premium versions; with the free one, you get 5 lessons but...
Airlearn | Language Learning App
Good app (also has a website) for learning a language in context. You get premade sentence lists, and in the exercises, you fill in the missing word. It’s mostly vocab practice, but seeing words in real sentences really helps them stick. I like that ...
Learn language in context - Clozemaster
This is a classic that I had to include. It’s not the most exciting app because it can be very repetitive, but it’s perfect for starting a new language and for extra practice. Even though it’s simple, it really helps build a solid foundation.
Duolingo - Learn a language for free
Babbel’s lessons feel structured and realistic—it actually teaches you sentences you’d use in real life, not just random vocab. I appreciate its grammar tips sprinkled throughout lessons. You get a free trial (usually a few lessons). Premium unlocks ...
Babbel
HelloTalk is basically Tinder for languages. I chat with native speakers, help them with my language, and they help me with theirs. It’s fun, social, and highly practical. Free lets you text and voice message a limited number of people, and see trans... can use it without Premium, the free version works great for chatting casually.
HelloTalk - Language Exchange
andem is another social app, but with more structured corrections. I like that I can swap voice notes, text, and even video chat with natives. Feels like a casual, fun language exchange. Free version lets you chat and correct others. Premium adds unl...
Tandem Language Exchange App | Find Conversation Exchange Partners
Web sites
These are the websites I keep going back to whenever I need more than an app. They have great exercises and help me dive deeper into the language.
Great site for language learning. You can study vocabulary, practice listening, and work on verb conjugation. My favorite feature is the crossword puzzle - it’s a fun way to apply the words you’re learning. The language selection is small (English, S...
Linguno - Language learning tools
Great site for learning Spanish (I think they have versions for English and French too). It’s best for learning vocabulary - I use it mainly for that. There are some grammar exercises, but in my opinion, they have too many lessons for one topic, so i...
SpanishDictionary.com
I love this site! It gives you double subtitles—English and the language you’re learning—so you can watch Netflix or YouTube shows while picking up new words. If you don’t understand a word, just click on it and see the meaning. One of my favorite fe...
Language Reactor
I know this isn’t only for language learning, but it’s seriously one of the best tools for it. It’s perfect for making vocab flashcards - you can add any words you want and focus only on what you actually need to learn. I love that it uses spaced rep...
Anki - powerful, intelligent flashcards
YouTube can be a really good tool for learning languages. You can find channels that explain language concepts or channels that talk about topics you enjoy, but in the language you’re learning. I’ve found some great channels that cover things I like,...
YouTube
Rosetta Stone is classic for a reason. Total immersion from the start—you’re thinking in the language, not translating in your head. I enjoy the slow, solid buildup. There is no free version per se, but sometimes trial lessons. Premium unlocks full c...
Official Rosetta Stone® | How language is learned
I adore LingQ because you learn languages through content you actually want to read—articles, books, podcasts—and you get to turn any word into a vocab flashcard instantly. Free version gives limited access to lessons and content. Premium unlocks ful...
LingQ