Preply

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Language Tutoring

Preply is an online language learning platform that connects users with professional tutors for personalized 1‑on‑1 lessons conducted via live video. Learners choose tutors based on language, price, ratings, or specialization, then schedule lessons that fit their timetable. The app emphasizes real conversations with human instructors and provides progress‑tracking tools to monitor improvement. It positions itself as a structured alternative to gamified or AI‑driven apps, focusing on fluent speaking and pronunciation through direct human interaction.

Key Features

Speaking Pronunciation Progress Tracking

Methodology

Human Instruction Conversation Practice

Languages Available

English Spanish German Italian French Japanese Korean Portuguese Polish Mandarin Arabic Dutch Chinese

9.31M

Downloads

4.69 / 5

User Rating

Languages

Freemium

Pricing

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