Italki

Android iOS

Language Tutoring

Italki is a language‑learning platform that connects learners with native‑speaking teachers for private, online tutoring sessions. Users can select teachers, set class duration, and hold lessons via the app’s classroom, Skype, Zoom or other video tools, allowing flexible scheduling. Tutors tailor lessons to the learner’s CEFR level and goals, covering conversation, grammar, writing, business or exam preparation. The service operates on a pay‑as‑you‑go model and includes a community where students can ask questions and practice languages together.

Key Features

Speaking Grammar Writing Community

Methodology

Human Instruction Self-Directed Learning

Languages Available

English German Spanish French Italian Japanese Korean

Proficiency Levels

Beginner Intermediate Advanced

5.21M

Downloads

4.74 / 5

User Rating

Languages

Freemium

Pricing

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