Work · alternatives · 2026
24 alternatives to Linga
Reading app, stellar translator & vocabulary wizard
Below are 24 products that do a similar job, ranked by how close each is in meaning and then by launch-day votes. Linga launched in 2024; newer entries below may have overtaken it.
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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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LangRead▲127Read books, learn languages one word at a time
2025 · langread.online · 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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Lingo Champion▲108Acquire languages on the go from the news, videos etc.
2025 · lingochampion.com · its alternatives →
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What's That▲77Translate words into multiple languages in one click
2019 · whatsthat-littlewonder.vercel.app · its alternatives →
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Mate Translate▲164Ultimate translation app for Mac, iOS, Chrome and many more
2017 · matetranslate.com · its alternatives →
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Translates your text or speech into 50 different languages
2015 · microsoft.com · its alternatives →
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ReadBit▲122Read wisely & save time with text-to-speech audiobook reader
2021 · readbit.app · its alternatives →
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Create a completely customized course in seconds
2019 · lingvist.com · its alternatives →
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Blarma▲81Build vocabulary - learn words & languages with techniques
2022 · blarma.com · its alternatives →
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The in-line vocabulary translator for iOS
2018 · apps.apple.com · its alternatives →
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Language learning activity tracker for Android
2021 · play.google.com · its alternatives →
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An Android AR app for improving English literacy
2019 · microsoft.com · its alternatives →
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Read smarter, not harder with this text-to-speech reader
2022 · speechify.com · its alternatives →
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