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A website where you can ask native speakers questions about the correct usage of words and grammar. This can be done by sending written text that natives can correct and edit. Recently, a new feature was introduced—you can send audio and ask natives to correct your pronunciation of words.
Pros
- Questions can be asked for free.
- You can get feedback on your text or audio from native speakers.
- Supports multiple languages.
- There is an app.
Cons
- The site is limited to answering questions.
- Responses and corrections may be subjective.
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A website for communication and language exchange through text and voice messages. A large number of languages are available. You can set filters when searching for a partner and practice vocabulary through games.
Pros
- There is a built-in translator.
- There are additional word learning games.
- Filters are available for finding a chat partner.
- Subscription cost is not very high.
- You can find friends from different countries.
Cons
- Access to additional features is limited in the free version.
- No option to switch to video call or even regular call (unless mutually agreed upon through exchange of messengers).
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A language exchange site that announces conversation clubs worldwide, held both online and offline. You can chat by correspondence, select a native speaker's rating, and send texts for error checking. The site also has additional useful materials (articles and videos) for language learning. The main languages are English, French, and Spanish.
Pros
- Both online and offline formats are available.
- The cost of meetings is relatively low or sometimes free.
- Possibility of meetings worldwide, in different cities.
- You can communicate with native speakers.
- You can ask for feedback on your language level.
- Additional materials and resources for language learning.
Cons
- You don't know who is organizing the event and what it will be like.
- Conversation clubs may have limited effectiveness since it's unknown what level the interlocutors will be.
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A site for chatting (and you can switch to other platforms like Discord, Zoom by mutual agreement). This service is completely free, and the site also has additional materials (articles and guides) on correspondence, pronunciation, and learning new vocabulary.
Pros
- You can choose the type of communication: face-to-face or chat.
- You can find friends from different countries.
- Filters are available for finding a conversation partner.
- You can choose a comfortable platform for communication.
- Additional useful materials for language learning.
Cons
- Not a very user-friendly interface.
- The interlocutor may not always be who they claim to be, as registration is simply done with a login and password.
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A website for finding language exchange partners. On the service, you need to provide your Skype ID and basic information about yourself, your interests, and your language learning goals. Users can write and call you for language exchange, communication, and help with language learning questions.
Pros
- Free access.
- You can find a conversation partner for language exchange.
- You can leave information about yourself and your interests.
- Users can call and write to you only when you are online.
Cons
- Uncomfortable interface.
- A large number of people can write and call at the same time.