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Basic Info

Cost
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TL;DR
An immersive platform using authentic videos with interactive subtitles. Perfect for improving listening skills but not a structured beginner course.
Speakly focuses on teaching the 4,000 most frequently used words of a language. It uses spaced repetition and real-life scenarios to help you communicate effectively as quickly as possible.
A powerful flashcard app using spaced repetition to help you memorize useful vocabulary quickly. Best used with other resources for grammar.

Description

Description

Yabla immerses learners in the language through a vast library of authentic videos, including everything from TV shows and music videos to interviews. Its standout feature is a unique video player with clickable, dual-language subtitles, slow-motion playback, and looping functions that make native-level content accessible. Integrated games reinforce vocabulary and comprehension from the videos. It is an exceptional tool for intermediate to advanced learners looking to sharpen their listening skills, but it is not a structured, A-to-Z course for beginners.

Speakly’s methodology is built on teaching the 4,000 most statistically useful words of a target language. The app uses spaced repetition flashcards, listening exercises, and simulated conversations to embed these high-frequency words and phrases. By prioritizing practical vocabulary, Speakly helps beginners and intermediate learners build conversational confidence quickly. While light on deep grammar, its practical approach is highly efficient for those whose primary goal is to start speaking.

MosaLingua is built around a highly effective Spaced Repetition System (SRS) designed to help you learn and retain a large amount of vocabulary efficiently. The app prioritizes the most useful words and phrases to accelerate practical knowledge. While its core is flashcards, the platform also includes dialogues, articles, and other resources to add context. It is a powerful tool for learners dedicated to building a strong vocabulary foundation, though they will need to look elsewhere for structured grammar lessons or extensive conversation practice.

Features

Key Features
Video Based, Comprehensible Input, Immersion, Listening Comprehension, Gameified
Vocabulary Builder, Spaced Repetition, Communicative Approach, Listening Comprehension, Bite Sized Lessons
Flashcards, Spaced Repetition, Vocabulary Builder, Bite Sized Lessons, Audio Based, Offline Access

Limitations

Known Issues
Limited Speaking Practice, Weak Grammar Explanation, Passive Learning Focus
Weak Grammar Explanation, Small Language Selection
Weak Grammar Explanation, Passive Learning Focus

Core Methodology & Pedagogy

Comprehensible Input
Immersion
Communicative Approach

Content & Material Type

Gameified
Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Video Based
Audio Based

Primary Skill Focus

Vocabulary Builder
Listening Comprehension

Interaction & Technology

Offline Access

Learning Context & Style

Bite Sized Lessons
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