5 Apps Every English Student Needs on Their Phone

The phone in their pocket can be a powerful learning tool. Here are 5 apps we recommend to our students.

1. Duolingo

5-10 minutes a day. Great gamification. Perfect for reviewing vocabulary and basic grammar. Free.

Digital flashcards with a smart spaced-repetition algorithm. Perfect for memorizing vocabulary. A bit fiddly to set up, but worth it.

Real, British content at various levels. Excellent for improving listening comprehension and current vocabulary. Completely free.

For teens and adults writing in English. Corrects errors and explains why. You learn from mistakes in real time.

Pronunciation practice with professional feedback, for students who want to improve their accent.

Use these tools between lessons and you'll see a jump in progress. Bright Stars English — learning anywhere.