Real Fluent
Real Fluent isn't just another language app. It's a carefully crafted system grounded in Stephen Krashen and Tracy Terrell's Natural Approach, which centers on acquiring language through meaningful, comprehensible exposure. Rather than relying on grammar drills or flashcards, Real Fluent immerses you in realistic reading and listening activities that mirror everyday contexts, helping you develop genuine fluency without the pressure of live conversation.
Real Fluent simulates everyday scenarios with short, realistic dialogues presented like chat messages. Each conversation includes:
You can listen to native-like audio, follow along with word-level timing highlights, and tap explainer buttons for further detail—all in an intuitive format that encourages active listening and comprehension.
Control your own learning pace. Replay tricky phrases, slow down the audio, and explore sentence patterns more thoroughly whenever you need. Real Fluent's flexible tools let you focus on truly understanding each conversation before moving on.
Track your growth by your cumulative listening time—a clear indicator of your language exposure. But remember, it's not just about clocking hours; comprehension is key. Use synced translations, interactive highlights, and explainer tools so every minute of listening genuinely counts.
Real Fluent is built on core principles from Stephen Krashen and Tracy Terrell's Natural Approach—focusing on exposure to meaningful language content. Here's how these principles shape Real Fluent:
We learn best when we can mostly understand the content while still encountering new language elements that nudge us forward. Real Fluent offers two levels to deliver this “i+1” experience:
Krashen differentiates between “acquisition” (a natural, often subconscious process) and “learning” (a more conscious focus on rules). Real Fluent emphasizes acquisition:
Real Fluent's chats, audio, and interactive tools promote true language “acquisition” by allowing you to absorb the language as it's actually used, rather than forcing you to memorize abstract rules.
Understanding the message matters more than dissecting grammar. Grammar insights are available via explainer buttons—on demand—so you can stay immersed in the dialogue itself without being bogged down by technical details.
Anxiety can block language acquisition, a phenomenon Krashen calls raising the “affective filter.” Real Fluent lowers stress by letting you:
This keeps you relaxed, focused, and more open to absorbing new language.
Early on, many learners benefit from primarily listening and reading before speaking. Real Fluent respects this natural progression, allowing you to concentrate on comprehension before feeling pressured to produce language. This groundwork leads to more confident speaking when you're ready.
Listening is key to language acquisition. Real Fluent syncs audio with on-screen text at the word level, ensuring you catch essential elements of pronunciation and intonation. Strong listening skills pave the way for speaking skills to develop more smoothly.
Language structures tend to be learned in a natural sequence, and Real Fluent doesn't force you to master them out of order. Instead, you encounter grammar and vocabulary in organic contexts. The more dialogues you explore, the more naturally you'll internalize challenging structures.
By weaving these principles into every aspect of its design, Real Fluent offers a language learning experience rooted in the same processes that guide how children and successful second-language learners naturally acquire a new language. It's not about memorizing lists of words or rules—it's about immersing yourself in meaningful content, gradually absorbing vocabulary and grammar, and progressing at your own pace.
Coming soon to the App Store.