Next, she moved on to the listening section, where she found a collection of podcasts, audio recordings, and videos on various topics. She listened to a podcast about travel, taking notes on new vocabulary and phrases. She was amazed at how much she could understand, even though the speaker was a native English speaker.
Because this is a launch, we’re keeping the core program for our first 10,000 active users. No subscription. No hidden "pro" tier. Next, she moved on to the listening section,
Finally, the "speaking" upgrade requires output, which is often the hardest part to replicate for free without a tutor. However, technology offers a solution. Shadowing—the practice of listening to a native speaker and repeating their speech simultaneously—is a powerful, cost-free technique. By shadowing, the learner trains their mouth muscles to move in new patterns dictated by English grammar. Additionally, free language exchange apps like Tandem or HelloTalk allow learners to practice these grammatical structures in text and voice messages with native speakers, providing a testing ground for the skills they have launched. Because this is a launch, we’re keeping the
"I’ve tried Duolingo and Busuu, but this is different. After two weeks, I stopped translating in my head. I just... replied." — Carlos M., beta tester Finally, the "speaking" upgrade requires output, which is
She started with the grammar lessons, reviewing the basics of verb tenses, sentence structure, and common grammar mistakes. The explanations were clear and concise, and the examples were helpful. Emily felt her confidence growing with each lesson.