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Learn English through a language you already know. Build useful vocabulary, follow personalized lessons, and practise everyday conversations with your AI tutor.
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- Speakers
- 1.5+ Billion
- Speaking regions
- Worldwide
- Writing system
- Latin
People, places & possibilities
Why learn English?
English is the global lingua franca and an associate official language of India, serving as the language of technology and commerce.
- Global lingua franca for business, science and tech
- Access to vast English media, research and educational content
- Useful for travel, international careers and diplomacy
- Opens opportunities in multinational companies and academia
- Common bridge language across many multilingual contexts
Your first steps
How to start learning English
Start where you are. Connect each new word to something you want to say.
Get to know the writing and sounds
Explore Latin writing and how English sounds. Take time with unfamiliar characters and pronunciation.
Start with words you will use
Learn useful English greetings and everyday vocabulary, with explanations in the language you choose.
Turn words into a conversation
Practise speaking English with your AI tutor. Ask a question, explain an idea, or talk about something you enjoy.
Make a little time for practice
Return to your lessons and try your new English words in different situations. Build towards fluent speaking at your own pace.
From knowing to speaking
Make English part of your day
Work towards more fluent conversations by putting your words into practice, not just memorising them.
Practise both sides of a conversation
Speak English with an AI tutor that responds. Try everyday situations or talk about your interests.
Understand it in your own language
Ask your AI tutor to explain a word or idea in a language you already know, then try using it yourself.
Follow a plan that starts with you
Your goals, interests and level help shape your next lesson. Keep building on what you have already learned.
Speaking practice in the Indilingo app.
Can I start learning English for free?
Yes. You can start with the core learning experience for free. AI chat and speaking have free-use limits, and Indilingo Pro gives you more. Check the app for your current plan's features and limits.
Can I learn English from a language I already speak?
Yes. Choose English as the language you want to learn and a supported language for your explanations. Your starting language can help you understand new words and ideas.
How can I practise speaking English?
Open the Speak tab in the app and choose an everyday situation or General Practice. Talk with your AI tutor, ask questions, and try using the English words you have learned.
Is English difficult to learn?
That depends on the languages you already know and what you want to do with English. Get familiar with its Latin writing system, start with useful words, and give yourself time to practise.
How long does it take to become fluent in English?
There is no single timeline. Your starting point, goals, regular practice and opportunities to use English all matter. Set a practical goal, such as introducing yourself or making plans, and build from there.
How many people speak English?
Our language guide lists 1.5+ Billion speakers, with speaking communities across Worldwide. Speaker estimates vary by source and by whether they include second-language speakers.
Where can I learn English with Indilingo?
Download Indilingo on Android from Google Play or on iPhone from the App Store. Personalized lessons, AI chat and speaking practice are available in the mobile app.
Learn English from the language you know
- From Hindiहिन्दी
- From Tamilதமிழ்
- From Teluguతెలుగు
- From Marathiमराठी
- From Kannadaಕನ್ನಡ
- From Malayalamമലയാളം
- From Gujaratiગુજરાતી
- From Bengaliবাংলা
- From Odiaଓଡ଼ିଆ
- From Assameseঅসমীয়া
- From Punjabiਪੰਜਾਬੀ
- From Urduاردو
- From Sanskritसंस्कृतम्
- From Kashmiriکٲشُر
- From GermanDeutsch
- From Arabicالعربية
- From SpanishEspañol
- From FrenchFrançais
- From Bodoबोडो
- From Nepaliनेपाली
- From Konkaniकोंकणी
- From PolishPolski
- From RussianРусский
- From TurkishTürkçe
- From DutchNederlands
- From ItalianItaliano
- From Maithiliमैथिली
- From Manipuriꯃꯅꯤꯄꯨꯔꯤ
- From PortuguesePortuguês
- From VietnameseTiếng Việt
- From Chinese中文
- From Dogriडोगरी
- From IndonesianBahasa Indonesia
- From Japanese日本語
- From Korean한국어
- From Santaliᱥᱟᱱᱛᱟᱲᱤ
- From Sindhiسنڌي
- From Thaiไทย
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