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24 alternatives to Brill

Language at your fingertips

Below are 24 products that do a similar job, ranked by how close each is in meaning and then by launch-day votes.

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    Learn the most common 1000 words of popular languages

    2020 · mostcommonwords.co · its alternatives →

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    lwlnow▲167

    I’m thrilled to introduce lwlnow, a web app designed to assist language learners in enhancing their listening, vocabulary, and writing skills through dictation-based practice—a technique that is both versatile and impactful. Why we developed it: Most language apps focus on passive learning or game-like memorization techniques. However, true fluency emerges when you train your brain to understand native speech and respond accurately. Dictation stands out as one of the most effective yet underappreciated methods for skill-building: You listen to a native sentence. You type exactly what you…

    2025 · lwlnow.com · its alternatives →

  3. 3GA

    Hi HN, For over two years I've been working on an App to learn languages (currently French, Italian and Spanish), together with my partner, a language teacher. I think it is finally ready to share with this community! The idea is to introduce vocabulary and grammar whilst you read eBooks in your own language. I've found that it is easier to remember vocabulary 'in context' and with regular repetition. Plus you don't have to carve out dedicated time for language learning. Other apps require you to build a habit around various exercises or ‘games’, whereas lots of people already read books.…

    2024 · glossarie.app · its alternatives →

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    Hi! Wanted to share the project I really wanted to have. TLDR; this app lets you create your own list of words and you get a Duolingo-like experience (kind of, still needs a lot of features) practicing those words in their context. My English is not the best but not the worst either. But I realized I can't boost it up after a certain level! In my belief, in order to truly learn a language, you need to be exposed to that language often. Vocabulary is the key factor here if you really want to improve in any language. My experience is that when I read a book to improve my English vocabulary, I…

    2025 · github.com · its alternatives →

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    LangLime▲289

    A language learning app that doesn’t actually suck

    2025 · langlime.com · its alternatives →

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    A pocket vocabulary for any language you want to learn.

    2020 · worddeposit.com · its alternatives →

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    Clozemaster is language learning gamification through mass exposure to vocabulary in context. Great post-Duolingo app and useful for language learners of all levels. Free to sign up and play!

    2017 · clozemaster.com · its alternatives →

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    Blarma▲81

    Build vocabulary - learn words & languages with techniques

    2022 · blarma.com · its alternatives →

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    A proof-of-concept language learning app that uses LLMs to generate definitions of unknown words using only previously mastered vocabulary.

    Dec 2025 · simedw.com · its alternatives →

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    Canary▲278

    Learn languages with music, practice with people

    Jan 2026 · singwithcanary.com · its alternatives →

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    Play with your words. Language learning simplified.

    2015 · planblabs.net · its alternatives →

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    Remember▲177

    The BEST app in the GALAXY for learning new languages!

    2018 · apps.apple.com · its alternatives →

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    Orenoo▲63

    All-in-one english dictionary web app for language learners

    2019 · orenoo.com · its alternatives →

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    Vocabulary learning tool

    2023 · its alternatives →

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    Snap at things to translate them in different languages! 📸

    2017 · apps.apple.com · its alternatives →

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    Your digital notebook to learn vocabulary

    2025 · play.google.com · its alternatives →

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    Learn languages fast with vocabulary games.

    2020 · play.google.com · its alternatives →

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    Vocably▲75

    A fun way to improve your vocabulary

    2022 · its alternatives →

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    Wordi▲56

    Word-saving application for building new vocabulary

    2023 · play.google.com · its alternatives →

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    Learn a language the right way

    2020 · its alternatives →

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    Practice languages on Widgets. Launch offer: LIFETIME FREE

    2025 · apps.apple.com · its alternatives →

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    Facilitate your language learning with tons of dictionaries

    2020 · github.com · its alternatives →

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