Speak

What it does

Speak is an AI-powered language learning app built around speaking. Its Speak Method loop has learners study phrases native speakers use, repeat them until automatic, then apply them in real conversation with the Speak Tutor AI. English speakers can learn Spanish, French, Korean, Japanese, Italian, and Simplified Chinese.

Speak is for learners who want to speak a language out loud rather than work through grammar drills. The app follows a three-step loop called the Speak Method: learn the phrases native speakers use, practice them in new situations until they feel automatic, then apply them in a back-and-forth conversation with the Speak Tutor AI. The tutor gives feedback on pronunciation and phrasing, and you can repeat a conversation as many times as you need. Lessons are made by language education experts and matched to your level. English speakers can learn Spanish, French, Korean, Japanese, Italian, and Simplified Chinese. Speak offers a 7-day free trial, after which a paid subscription is required. Pricing varies by plan, region, and promotions, so the most accurate price is inside the app. The site says Speak has been downloaded more than 15 million times and holds a 4.8-star rating across the App Store and Google Play. Speak also has a partnership with OpenAI and is backed by the OpenAI Startup Fund. The website does not state whether Speak has an API or whether its software is open source, so those remain unknown.