LingQ
lingq.comLearn languages naturally from podcasts, books and TV shows
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About
LingQ is a language learning platform that teaches through real-world content such as podcasts, books, TV shows, and videos rather than traditional drills or gamified exercises. Users highlight unfamiliar words in context, and the app helps them review and retain vocabulary over time. The platform supports over 50 languages and uses AI tools to convert external content like Netflix shows or YouTube videos into interactive lessons.
Problem
Traditional language learning apps rely on repetitive drills and gamified exercises that don't lead to real fluency or vocabulary growth.
For
Language learners of all levels seeking a natural, immersion-based approach
How it works
Users import or choose content they enjoy, highlight unknown words in context, and LingQ uses spaced repetition and AI tools to help them review and retain vocabulary over time.
Business model
freemium
Status
launched
Founders
- Steve Kaufmann