You may have heard about something called artificial intelligence, or AI, and that it can be used to help you with certain tasks. But is AI useful for language learning?
In this episode, we recommend some of the best free and paid AI tools that you might want to try so that you can improve your English and take it to the next level.

Voice message from Paco from Badajoz
I work in a bank (band) – I play in a band

I’m going to the bitch/beach
I want a shit/sheet for my bed
It’s very chip/cheap
Do you fancy a bear/beer
I leave/live in Madrid
It’s a good yolk/joke

Voice message from Cristian from El Salvador

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OUR AI RECOMMENDATIONS

General Learning

Duolingo (free app): Gamified lessons with points and rewards for motivation. https://en.duolingo.com/
Memrise (free app): Uses spaced repetition and mnemonics for vocabulary memorization. https://www.memrise.com/
Mondly (app): By Pearson. Offers exercises for grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, conversation, and a chatbot for speaking practice. https://www.mondly.com/
Busuu (subscription app): Personalized lessons, live conversation classes, and a large learner community. https://www.busuu.com/

Speaking & Conversation

TalkPal (desktop and app) AI interaction with Emma. Great for listening, speaking and pronunciation. Speech to text lets you self-correct your pronunciation. Free for 10 minutes per day. https://app.talkpal.ai/
Elsa Speak (desktop and app): Uses AI to analyze your pronunciation and provides personalized speaking improvement exercises.
11 speaking turns per role play.
ELSA Pro $11.83 per month (paid annually)
ELSA Premium (unlimited) $14.17 per month (Paid annually) https://elsaspeak.com/en/

You can also use your microphone to speak with Gemini, ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot.
HelloTalk (app): User-led app that connects you with native speakers for language exchange through messaging, voice recordings, and video calls.
A lot is free on the app. There are some restrictions. The VIP plan costs $12.99 a month, $79.99 for a year or $149.99 for a lifetime membership: https://www.hellotalk.com/

Tandem (app): Language exchange app with over one million active users. It’s largely centered around its chat capabilities and language tools that facilitate communication, but there is also a tutoring service offered in the app. https://www.tandem.net/
Speaky (app): Similar to HelloTalk, connects you with native speakers for language exchange with a focus on voice chat. Currently free but with emerging AI features. https://www.speaky.com/

Writing
Grammarly (extension/app): AI-powered grammar checker for improved writing accuracy. https://www.grammarly.com/
Hemingway Editor (website): Helps improve writing clarity and conciseness by highlighting complex sentences and suggesting simpler alternatives. There’s a desktop plugin. The basic (free) Hemingway Editor identifies issues, but does not suggest corrections with AI. Paid plans start at $10 per month. https://hemingwayapp.com/

Write & Improve (website): A free tool developed by the University of Cambridge that helps students improve their written expression in English. https://writeandimprove.com/

Vocabulary
Anki (free app): Flashcard app using spaced repetition for effective vocabulary memorization. https://apps.ankiweb.net/
Quizlet (free app): Flashcard app with various learning modes like games and quizzes. https://quizlet.com/

Eigo.ai: Create your personalized lessons (for students). Creates activities for reading, listening, writing and speaking on a wide range of topics.3 difficulty levels with feedback. https://eigo.ai/

Twee: https://app.twee.com/ (for teachers)

Fun Pick

Natural Reader (desktop) AI text to speech.Paste a text into the program and it will read it in a variety of languages and accents, including Indian and French English accents! https://www.naturalreaders.com/

…and now it’s your turn to practise your English.
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