LingQ
Read and listen to real material while tapping unknown words, which quietly become your review deck.
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How to get the most from it
LingQ sits in Language & Words under Learn, filed as coffee break.
- Set aside five to fifteen minutes and give it your proper attention.
- It works on a phone or a desktop, so open it on whatever is nearest.
- Turn the sound up or put headphones on — it needs audio.
- Expect to create an account before you get far.
- It is paid or freemium, so check what the free tier covers first.
- Go in expecting something useful and brainy.
About this category: Etymology, vocabulary drills, immersion tools and dictionaries with opinions. Useful whether you are learning a language or just fond of your own.
Good for
- Filling a coffee break properly
- Getting something practical done
- Giving your brain a workout
- Killing time on your phone
LingQ: quick answers
Is LingQ free?
Not entirely. We list LingQ as paid or freemium, so expect a price, a subscription or a limited free tier.
Do I need an account to use LingQ?
Yes. LingQ asks you to create an account before you get far.
Does LingQ work on a phone?
Yes. LingQ works on phones as well as desktop browsers.
Is LingQ safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It does need sound, so bring headphones.
How long does LingQ take?
We file it as "Coffee break": Five to fifteen minutes of proper attention.
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