Memrise – Learn Languages with Real Conversations

Over 75 million learners use Memrise to achieve language goals through authentic conversations, cultural insights, and AI-powered speaking practice with native speakers.

About Memrise: Languages for life

Memrise is a language learning platform used by 75+ million people to achieve fluency in 34+ languages through real conversations, native speaker videos, and AI-powered speaking bots. Each lesson combines vocabulary building with practical scenarios encountered while traveling or working abroad, helping learners speak with confidence and cultural awareness.

The app uses adaptive technology to personalize lessons based on your proficiency level and learning pace. Whether you're a beginner or advanced learner, Memrise provides unlimited access to native speaker videos, interactive exercises, AI conversation partners, grammar lessons, and pronunciation feedback to accelerate your journey toward authentic fluency.

Features Of Memrise: Languages for life

  • Learn 34+ languages including Spanish, Korean, Japanese, French, German, and Arabic
  • Practice authentic pronunciation with thousands of native speaker videos
  • Build vocabulary through real-life scenarios like ordering food and traveling
  • Practice listening comprehension with everyday conversation examples
  • Access grammar explanations and verb conjugation drills with AI Grammarbot
  • Track progress with detailed statistics and personalized learning goals
  • Learn offline by downloading lessons for practice without internet connection
  • Adjust difficulty level from beginner through advanced conversational proficiency

Premium Features in the Paid Plan

  • Unlimited access to all vocabulary lessons and native speaker video library
  • Unlimited AI-powered speaking practice with personalized Buddy conversations
  • Advanced grammar modules with detailed explanations and verb drills
  • Offline mode to download lessons and practice anywhere without internet
  • Advert-free experience for uninterrupted focused learning sessions
  • Priority support and access to exclusive premium learning resources
  • Personalized review plans based on your individual learning patterns
  • Advanced proficiency level courses for near-fluent conversation mastery

Free with in-app purchases; Pro: $12.99/month, $59.99/year, or $179.99 lifetime

Free vs Premium Comparison

Feature Free Premium
Vocabulary Lessons Limited core lessons available Unlock all vocabulary lessons across all languages
Native Speaker Videos Sample videos with limited access Unlimited access to thousands of authentic videos
AI Speaking Practice Limited AI Buddy conversations Unlimited personalized AI conversation practice
Grammar Tools Basic content without detailed explanations Full Grammarbot with complete grammar and verb drills
Offline Learning Online streaming only Download lessons to practice offline anywhere
Advertisements Ads displayed during lessons Completely ad-free learning experience
Learning Customization Standard lesson paths Personalized review plans and difficulty adjustment
Subscription Flexibility Always available Monthly, annual, or one-time lifetime options

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to become fluent with Memrise?

Fluency varies by starting level and daily practice time. Most users report conversational confidence within 2-3 months of consistent daily practice. Advanced fluency typically requires 6-12 months depending on the language complexity and your prior language experience.

Can I use Memrise offline?

Yes, Memrise Pro subscribers can download lessons to practice offline. However, features requiring AI interaction like speaking with buddies require an active internet connection to function properly.

What languages does Memrise support?

Memrise offers 34+ languages including Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Arabic, Russian, and many others. New languages are regularly added based on learner demand and availability of quality content.

Is there a free version of Memrise?

Yes, Memrise has a free version with limited lessons, sample videos, and restricted AI conversations. A Pro subscription unlocks all content, removes ads, and enables unlimited practice with AI speaking partners for comprehensive learning.

How does the AI Buddy feature work?

AI Buddies simulate natural conversations in your target language. You speak your responses aloud, and the AI provides instant pronunciation feedback and corrections. The difficulty adapts to your proficiency level, starting with basic phrases and progressing to complex discussions.

Can I switch between languages on Memrise?

Absolutely. Memrise allows you to learn multiple languages simultaneously or switch between them. Your progress in each language is tracked separately, enabling flexible learning that matches your personal goals and interests.