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Flowently

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Basic Info

Cost
One Time Purchase
Subscription
TL;DR
Connects you with native-speaking tutors for in-person or online sessions focused on practical, real-life conversation.
FluentU turns authentic videos into lessons with interactive subtitles, a contextual dictionary, and vocabulary quizzes. It's an immersive way to learn from real media.

Description

Description

Flowently is a service that connects language learners with tutors for live conversation practice in realistic settings. The premise is to learn by doing, with sessions often taking place in cafes, markets, or online, focused on a specific task like ordering food or asking for directions. It is an excellent way to build conversational confidence and apply learned knowledge in an authentic context. It operates on a pay-per-session basis and is best for supplementing other study methods with practical speaking experience.

FluentU uses authentic video content—such as music videos, commercials, and news clips—as its foundation for language lessons. The platform features interactive subtitles that allow users to click on any word for a definition, example sentences, and pronunciation. New vocabulary can be saved as flashcards, which are then reinforced through personalized quizzes. While it offers a method for learning vocabulary in context and improving listening skills, it does not provide explicit grammar instruction or speaking practice.

Features

Key Features
Tutor Platform, Communicative Approach, Speaking Practice, Immersion, Task Based
Video Based, Comprehensible Input, Immersion, Listening Comprehension, Vocabulary Builder, Bite Sized Lessons

Limitations

Known Issues
Poor Offline Mode, Pay Per Session, Weak Grammar Explanation
Limited Speaking Practice, Weak Grammar Explanation, High Cost, Repetitive Content

Core Methodology & Pedagogy

Comprehensible Input
Immersion
Communicative Approach
Task Based

Content & Material Type

Video Based

Primary Skill Focus

Vocabulary Builder
Speaking Practice
Listening Comprehension

Interaction & Technology

Tutor Platform

Learning Context & Style

Bite Sized Lessons
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