In 2025, there are more language learning platforms available than ever before. Gone are the days of Rosetta Stone’s exclusivity. Now, there are plenty of smartphone apps for learning languages like French, Spanish and German. Fr. Philip Johnson, French Translator, shares his favorite language learning apps available today:
Fr. Philip Johnson, Hofstra University Foreign Language Studies Research Assistant and Academic Researcher, is passionate about teaching language. That’s why Johnson started his French language learning blog! In his commitment to teaching language to eager learners around the world, Johnson is featuring the top language learning apps available today. His favorites include Duolingo, Babbel and Beelinguapp.
Duolingo
Duolingo is an app-based, gamified language learning program that makes learning fun. Delivering quick, bite-sized lessons, Duolingo gets the user used to incorporating language learning in their daily lives. This is a great option for learners of all ages. Languages available for lessons on Duolingo include: Spanish, French, Japanese, Korean, German, Italian, Hindi, Chinese, Russian, Arabic, Portuguese, English, Turkish, Dutch, Vietnamese, Greek and more.
Babbel
Babbel is an award-winning application dedicated to teaching language learners how to speak confidently. Babbel is focused on conversational skills, rather than academic or specialized language proficiency. Fr. Philip Johnson recommends Babbel to complete beginners. There are thirteen languages available for learning on Babbel, including: European Spanish, Mexican Spanish, French, German, Italian, Brazilian Portuguese, Polish, Russian, Dutch and more.
Beelinguapp
Beelinguapp integrates novels, news and music into its language learning approach. This is an engaging approach that appeals to beginners and intermediate foreign language enthusiasts who are interested in revisiting or refreshing their proficiency.
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