Hii my strawberries, today we’re talking about my favorite hobby : learning languages. It’s truly a passion for me, and I love testing every possible method to improve. I’ve already written about this topic, but this time I wanted to share with you the best apps I have personally tested, the ones that helped me grow my vocabulary, improve my pronunciation, and make learning way more fun. So here are my language‑learning favorites.
Duolingo
Duolingo is not the best app to become bilingual, but it’s still essential, especially when you’re starting a new language from zero. The interface is playful, the exercises are short, and the “game” format really motivates you to come back every day.
It’s perfect for :
- learning the basics
- getting familiar with a new language
- building a daily routine
However, I don’t recommend using only Duolingo if you want to make serious progress. It’s a good starting point, but not a complete method.
Cake
I’ve been using Cake for a long time, and honestly, this app helped me a lot to grow my vocabulary. Its strong point : learning through short videos, often taken from real-life situations. You hear native speakers, you repeat, you remember. There are also quizzes to check what you understood, which makes learning more dynamic.
Small downside : if you’re learning a language with a non‑Latin alphabet (Korean, Arabic, Russian…), Cake is not enough. In that case, Duolingo is better to start with.
Utalk
Utalk is probably my favorite app. Why ? Because it offers an incredible choice of languages, including dialects and less popular languages that big platforms usually ignore.
You can learn :
- widely spoken languages
- regional dialects
- rare languages
All in a game-like format, which makes the experience super enjoyable. If you love discovering languages that nobody else learns, this app is for you.
Linga
To progress in a language, reading is essential, and Linga is perfect for that. The app lets you read books in the language you’re learning, and if a word is unfamiliar, you can simply tap on it to see the translation.
It’s ideal for :
- improving your understanding
- growing your vocabulary naturally
- learning in real context
A very effective and immersive method.
Le Monde : Learn a Language
For this last recommendation, the vibe changes a bit.
The app offers cartoon-style episodes, which lets you hear how native speakers really talk in everyday situations. The free features are limited, but the content quality is very good. It’s a great app to work on listening and oral comprehension.
That’s it for this little article, my strawberries. I’m also preparing a version about the best websites to learn languages, because there are so many useful and free resources out there. I hope you enjoyed this article, and I’ll see you very soon for the next one. 💋🍓